Job summary
Synchronicity Care Limited (SCL) are a wholly
owned subsidiary company of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
(CDDFT). Synchronicity Care Limited
(SCL) provides a range of non-clinical Estates, Facilities and Procurement
services to CDDFT.
An excellent opportunity
has arisen within Synchronicity Care
Limited (SCL) for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and committed individual to
influence and contribute as part of the Domestic Services Team at Darlington
Memorial Hospital.
Domestic Assistants are
important members of the team who assist with maintaining a clean and welcoming
environment over a 24/7 period for patients, staff and visitors within a busy
acute hospital.The successful applicant should preferably have previous cleaning
experience in a healthcare environment however full training will be provided
and all successful post holders will be expected to work towards gaining a NVQ
Level 2 Certificate in Cleaning and Support Services .
Successful
post holders will be expected to work shift pattern which includes weekends.
All post holders will be subject to a 6 month probationary period.
Main duties of the job
Successful
post holders will be required to carry out specific cleaning and other related
duties following set procedures and standards to maintain the levels of
cleanliness throughout the environment.
They will be required to
work as part of a team and have the ability to use a degree of initiative to
prioritise and organise the daily duties, whilst maintaining a professional
approach at all times regardless of the situation.
They will ensure that
communicaton channels are maintained between appropirate staff, visitors and
patient groups with regard to departmental cleaning hygiene.
Post holders will be also
be expected to be flexible to the needs of the service ensuring that a
continuity of service is maintained whilst adhering to all relevant policies
and procedures.
They
will have the ability to work unsupervised, be caring, flexible and reliable
and have good levels of personal hygiene.
About us
Where available, visa sponsorship is subject to the role meeting the Home Office Skilled Worker eligibility requirements. This includes, but is not limited to, the role being eligible for sponsorship and meeting the applicable salary threshold and other immigration requirements. Eligibility for sponsorship will be assessed in line with current Home Office guidance.
This is a legal and regulatory requirement, and we cannot proceed with sponsorship until UKVI has completed the approval process.
We regret any inconvenience this causes. Our decision is based solely on our current regulatory position and is not related to your suitability for the role or any personal characteristic.
SCL is a wholly owned subsidiary of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) set up to deliver a range of non-clinical services The company is separate legal body to CDDFT.
SCL offers its own Terms and Conditions of employment which differ to the national NHS Terms and Conditions. As an employee in the company you will benefit from:
- A Competitive salary
- Access to a pension scheme - National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) CDD Services will pay a 3% contribution (this is over and above the minimum contribution rate at the present time)
- Night Shift Working Allowances (where appropriate)
- Bank Holiday Working Allowances (where appropriate)
Bank work is offered on an 'as and when' basis with no guaranteed hours and will be paid on a pro-rata hourly rate for hours worked only
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake cleaning duties as
detailed within the domestic method statements, following cleaning schedules
and COSHH guidelines.
Ensure compliance with all aspects of Health &
Safety legalisations and correct use of PPE.
To maintain the hospital environment as laid down in the
National standards of Cleanliness.
Undertake rectifications from the cleaning audit action
plans and showing continually improvement.
Assist with beverage service as required and agreed.
Thorough and hygienic cleaning of all domestic equipment
and storage areas
To attend Trust or required training courses that is
relevant to the post as a domestic.
Request and replenish of
all cleaning products through effective stock ordering
Maintain a high level of personal hygiene
Adherence to all Trust /
Synchronicity Care Limited (SCL) and Departmental policies and
procedures.
Checking of all equipment before use and report any
faults and defects to supervisor/manager
Recording and maintaining records as required
Reporting of any estates issues that have an impact on
the cleaning services that you provide.
Undertake any other domestic orientated duties as
required.
Specialist Cleaning
Activities
To undertake any specialised cleaning (HPV cleaning) as
and when instructed by a supervisor or manager following appropriate protocols
and completion of associated documentation.
The post holder is required
to commit to delivering the actions in the Trusts Behaviours Framework:
Working together for
patients
Patients come first in
everything we do. We fully involve patients, staff, families, carers,
communities, and professionals inside and outside the NHS. We speak up when things go wrong.
Respect and Dignity.
We value every person
whether patient, their families or carers, or staff as an individual, respect
their aspirations and commitments in life, and seek to understand their
priorities, needs, abilities and limits.
Commitment to quality of
care.
We earn the trust placed in
us by insisting on quality and striving to get the basics of quality of care
safety, effectiveness and patient experience right every time.
Compassion.
We ensure that compassion
is central to the care we provide and respond with humanity and kindness to
each persons pain, distress, anxiety or need.
Improving lives.
We strive to improve health
and wellbeing and peoples experiences of the NHS.
Everyone counts.
We
maximise our resources for the benefit of the whole community, and make sure
nobody is discriminated against or left behind.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake cleaning duties as
detailed within the domestic method statements, following cleaning schedules
and COSHH guidelines.
Ensure compliance with all aspects of Health &
Safety legalisations and correct use of PPE.
To maintain the hospital environment as laid down in the
National standards of Cleanliness.
Undertake rectifications from the cleaning audit action
plans and showing continually improvement.
Assist with beverage service as required and agreed.
Thorough and hygienic cleaning of all domestic equipment
and storage areas
To attend Trust or required training courses that is
relevant to the post as a domestic.
Request and replenish of
all cleaning products through effective stock ordering
Maintain a high level of personal hygiene
Adherence to all Trust /
Synchronicity Care Limited (SCL) and Departmental policies and
procedures.
Checking of all equipment before use and report any
faults and defects to supervisor/manager
Recording and maintaining records as required
Reporting of any estates issues that have an impact on
the cleaning services that you provide.
Undertake any other domestic orientated duties as
required.
Specialist Cleaning
Activities
To undertake any specialised cleaning (HPV cleaning) as
and when instructed by a supervisor or manager following appropriate protocols
and completion of associated documentation.
The post holder is required
to commit to delivering the actions in the Trusts Behaviours Framework:
Working together for
patients
Patients come first in
everything we do. We fully involve patients, staff, families, carers,
communities, and professionals inside and outside the NHS. We speak up when things go wrong.
Respect and Dignity.
We value every person
whether patient, their families or carers, or staff as an individual, respect
their aspirations and commitments in life, and seek to understand their
priorities, needs, abilities and limits.
Commitment to quality of
care.
We earn the trust placed in
us by insisting on quality and striving to get the basics of quality of care
safety, effectiveness and patient experience right every time.
Compassion.
We ensure that compassion
is central to the care we provide and respond with humanity and kindness to
each persons pain, distress, anxiety or need.
Improving lives.
We strive to improve health
and wellbeing and peoples experiences of the NHS.
Everyone counts.
We
maximise our resources for the benefit of the whole community, and make sure
nobody is discriminated against or left behind.
Person Specification
Special Requirments
Essential
- Must be caring, flexible and reliable and have good levels of personal hygiene.
Desirable
- The ability to work unsupervised
Qualifications
Essential
- To be able to demonstrate a reasonable secondary education.
- Basic understanding of Health & Safety issues and COSSH
Desirable
- Previous experience in this type of work would be preferable. Must have NVQ 2 in Support Services or Customer Care or be willing to work towards
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Must be able to work within a caring, confidential environment and the ability to work on their own as well as part of a team in a busy environment
Desirable
- Understanding of the National Standards of Cleanliness
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as a domestic/housekeeper
Desirable
- Experience of working as a domestic in a healthcare environment. Experience of working in a multi professional team.
Person Specification
Special Requirments
Essential
- Must be caring, flexible and reliable and have good levels of personal hygiene.
Desirable
- The ability to work unsupervised
Qualifications
Essential
- To be able to demonstrate a reasonable secondary education.
- Basic understanding of Health & Safety issues and COSSH
Desirable
- Previous experience in this type of work would be preferable. Must have NVQ 2 in Support Services or Customer Care or be willing to work towards
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Must be able to work within a caring, confidential environment and the ability to work on their own as well as part of a team in a busy environment
Desirable
- Understanding of the National Standards of Cleanliness
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as a domestic/housekeeper
Desirable
- Experience of working as a domestic in a healthcare environment. Experience of working in a multi professional team.
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.
