Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Facilities Directorate for highly enthusiastic and professional Domestic Assistants to be part of the Bed Turnaround Team based at the Maidstone Hospital.We are looking for individuals who have excellent interpersonal and communication skills who are well motivated, hardworking and able to work as part of a team.
In this busy role your highly reactive skills will be crucial while maintaining attention to detail, a calm manner and professionalism.
Main duties of the job We offer a per week contract, with the following work pattern: o Monday to Friday, from 2pm to 10pm.
We are looking for individuals with excellent communication skills who are well-motivated, hardworking, and ready to contribute as part of a supportive team.
Previous experience in a healthcare setting is beneficial but not essential, as full training will be provided.
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Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications.
Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.
About us MTW is a large acute hospital trust in the south-east of England.We provide a full range of general hospital services and some aspects of specialist and complex care to around 600,000 people living in west Kent and East Sussex.
We have a team of over 8,000 full and part-time staff.
We also provide specialist cancer services to around 2 million people across Kent and East Sussex via the Kent Oncology Centre.In the 2024 NHS staff survey, our employees ranked MTW among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and the second-best Trust to work for in the South East.Would you like to work flexibly?
In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you.
Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.
Job description Job responsibilities Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level.
(Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children).At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career.
We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients.
We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities.
We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace.
Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible.
You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - (Interview Date: To be confirmed.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Basic numeracy & literacy Desirable NVQ Level 2 Cleaning & Support Services.
Relevant cleaning qualification BICS or Cleaning Operators Proficiency Certificate.
Experience/Knowledge Essential To have worked in a service/customer environment or comparable experience of working within a similar environment.
Desirable Previous working experience within an NHS environment within Domestic Services.
To have an understanding of COSHH and risk assessments Skills Essential Have a working knowledge of health and safety policies, infection control and work procedures.
Have the ability to follow instructions, training, process and procedures.
Ability to be able to respond to unpredictable situations.
Be calm, focused and able to cope with work under pressure.
Ability to be flexible and adaptable.
Able to work as required with supervision available.
Able to carry out moving and handling duties.
Have the ability to work as part of a team or on own initiative.
Ability to work flexibly to meet the demands of the job role and service often with unpredictability.
Desirable Working knowledge in the use of operating mechanical and electrical cleaning machinery.