Job summary
Domestic 20 hours per week Monday-Friday (Based at Bensham Hospital)
Ability to make straightforward decisions on job-related issues as an individual and as part of the wider team
Follow cleaning schedules and complete cleaning tasks as detailed daily/weekly and periodic
Ability to use own initiative in response to variations in work routine seeking support as necessary
Demonstrate flexibility in terms of work area, and shift pattern to meet the needs of the service
Ensure safe storage of cleaning equipment and cleaning chemicals
Ensure delivery of cleaning materials and disposable items match delivery note, sign to record delivery
Main duties of the job
Complete daily, weekly, and regular cleaning to include cleaning of all floor surfaces, paintwork, internal glass, fixtures and fittings as defined by QE Facilities Policy, Procedures and Service Level Agreements within the designated area(s)
Organise and remove waste materials from designated areas complying with defined waste procedures for both domestic and clinical waste
Carry out sanitary cleaning in all wet areas to include toilets, basins, baths, and shower cubicles.
Maintain, and replenish cleaning materials to all designated areas to include linen in selected locations
Respond to requests for remedial cleaning after incidents/ accidents in a timely fashion
Report building defects to ensure remedial action is taken
Prepare patient area for service of patient meals,
collection of cutlery and crockery following patient meal service the washing up of all items and storage at ward level
preparation and serving of patient beverages under the guidance of nursing staff
Linen change in on-call rooms and residential accommodation curtain change in all clinical areas.
Any other duties required within remit
About us
QE Facilities (QEF) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust (GHNT), based in the North East of England.
We provide a range of non- clinical services to GHNT and other NHS organisations. Our services include: estates, facilities services, procurement, medical engineering and devices, endoscopy decontamination and sterile services, transport, out-patient pharmacy, and prevention & management of violence & aggression training (PMVA).
In addition we provide consultancy services, advising clients on all aspects of establishing a subsidiary company within an NHS body to the provision of VAT compliance advice.
QE Facilities work to their own Terms and Conditions and these are not the same as Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust Terms and Conditions. This is not an Agenda for Change Pay Rate.
We do not hold a sponsorship licence and are unable to offer employment under any sponsorship arrangement.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for reliable, flexible, and well-motivated individuals who take pride in their work, to work as Domestics Assistants at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and Bensham hospital where we are committed to the delivery of a high-quality patient experience. The successful candidates must be motivated and able to work effectively on their own and as part of a team with a flexible approach to their duties and hours of work as the needs of the service must come first and you.
You will play an important part in making sure we attain the highest standards of cleanliness within both clinical and non-clinical areas of the hospital in compliance with the National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness. This is a vital role and essential to ensure healthcare safety and compliance with infection prevention and control standards. You will clean ward areas, and other areas of the hospital, according to a schedule ensuring the environment is cleaned to the standard required, and that infection risks are kept to a minimum.
Your duties will include but are not limited to high dusting, damp dusting, floor area, fixtures and fittings, low dusting and may also include food and beverage service in the patient environment. This is a great opportunity to provide excellent customer service to patients and colleagues throughout the Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for reliable, flexible, and well-motivated individuals who take pride in their work, to work as Domestics Assistants at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and Bensham hospital where we are committed to the delivery of a high-quality patient experience. The successful candidates must be motivated and able to work effectively on their own and as part of a team with a flexible approach to their duties and hours of work as the needs of the service must come first and you.
You will play an important part in making sure we attain the highest standards of cleanliness within both clinical and non-clinical areas of the hospital in compliance with the National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness. This is a vital role and essential to ensure healthcare safety and compliance with infection prevention and control standards. You will clean ward areas, and other areas of the hospital, according to a schedule ensuring the environment is cleaned to the standard required, and that infection risks are kept to a minimum.
Your duties will include but are not limited to high dusting, damp dusting, floor area, fixtures and fittings, low dusting and may also include food and beverage service in the patient environment. This is a great opportunity to provide excellent customer service to patients and colleagues throughout the Trust
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- oPatient and client interactions which portray a professional, supportive and caring service (E)
- oAbility to work independently and use initiative, while being part of a team. (E)
- oConstructive team working and participation including multi-disciplinary team relationships(E) oPersonal organisation and time management with strong attention to detail (E)
Desirable
- NVQ or similar qualification (D)
- Experience working in a domestic role/in a healthcare setting (D)
- oCleaning procedures and protocols (D)
- oKnowledge of the application of all regulatory and legislative requirements required to ensure a Healthy & Safe environment including: Infection Prevention and Control; Safe Working; Lone Working; COSHH; Food Safety and Manual Handling; Patient and Customer Care (D)
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- oPatient and client interactions which portray a professional, supportive and caring service (E)
- oAbility to work independently and use initiative, while being part of a team. (E)
- oConstructive team working and participation including multi-disciplinary team relationships(E) oPersonal organisation and time management with strong attention to detail (E)
Desirable
- NVQ or similar qualification (D)
- Experience working in a domestic role/in a healthcare setting (D)
- oCleaning procedures and protocols (D)
- oKnowledge of the application of all regulatory and legislative requirements required to ensure a Healthy & Safe environment including: Infection Prevention and Control; Safe Working; Lone Working; COSHH; Food Safety and Manual Handling; Patient and Customer Care (D)
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
