Job overview

BANK FACILITIES ASSISTANTS – DOMESTIC/HOUSEKEEPING/CLEANING
Various shifts available, including weekends (attractive weekend enhancements).

Main duties of the job

We are looking for motivated and hard-working individuals to work as part of the Facilities team, performing housekeeping, domestic and portering duties as required in all areas of the premises, to the required standard and in compliance with legislation.

Previous cleaning or catering experience would be an advantage, but not essential as training will be provided. Please give FULL details of any relevant experience on your application form to assist us with the shortlisting process. Any fields left blank or incomplete will not be able to be scored.

Please apply online via the NHS Jobs website. If you are unable to use a computer to apply online, please contact the RECRUITMENT DEPARTMENT on 01273 696011 extension 5008 (quoting the job reference number) and ask to be sent a paper copy of the application form.

Working for our organisation

Positive 2020 NHS Staff Survey results
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) rates our quality of services as good
with outstanding features
Stunning locations in Sussex, surrounded by the South Downs and the coast
A great working environment in the community, in patients’ homes and our
community hospitals
Excellent training and development opportunities
Real Living Wage Employer with great rates of pay
Flexible working options, including job sharing, annualised hours, career
breaks, parental leave and adoption leave
Supportive team environments
Cost-effective and convenient workplace nurseries
Thriving BAME, Disability, LGBT+ and Religion and Belief staff networks
Disability Confident Employer, committed to creating inclusive workplaces

Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To work as an integral part of the ward/departmental/health centre/community hub teams, with a flexible approach within the Facilities Department. Perform cleaning / catering duties as required in all areas of the Healthcare premises to the required standard and complying with legislation.

Please see job description and person spec attached for more details.

Person specification

Qualifications
Desirable criteria

  • NVQ Cleaning
  • Basic Food Hygiene certificate
  • Basic Health & Safety Certificate

    • Experience
    Essential criteria

  • Previous experience in cleaning services
  • Customer focused environment

    • Desirable criteria

  • Working in a healthcare environment

    • skills and knowledge
    Essential criteria

  • literate and numerate
  • ability to follow and understand instructions
  • ability to record information correctly
  • Work as a team

    • This post may close earlier than the published closing date if sufficient applications are received.

    Correspondence relating to this vacancy will be conducted electronically. If you have not heard from us within two weeks please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please ensure that you check your emails, including your junk folder, on a regular basis. References will be requested electronically as well; please ensure you provide correct contact details for referees.

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