Job summary We are looking for a friendly, flexible and conscientious person to join our small team of Domestic Assistants at Alnwick Infirmary This post is to work 24hrs per week , working 4 days from 7.
Shifts worked are a share of 7am-1pm or 1pm -7pm and this post includes working a share of weekends and Bank Holidays.
Other hours may also be available.
Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date once the required number of suitable applications have been received.
Main duties of the job Quite simply, the NHS could not function without our Domestics!
Every single service in the Trust relies on domestics to keep the place clean and safe for patients, visitors and staff.
You'll be part of a team striving to maintain the highest cleanliness standards in wards, departments, corridors and offices, and in doing so making a real difference to the NHS.
About us NHFM is a wholly owned subsidiary of Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
Established in 2012, NHFM provide specialist project management services for large and small capital developments, estates maintenance and a full range of facilities services.
Carrying out facilities management for a state-of-the-art specialist emergency care hospital - The Northumbria, three general hospitals - North Tyneside, Wansbeck and Hexham hospitals - and a number of smaller community hospitals and clinic sites, we cover one of the largest geographical areas of any NHS trust in the country.
Work for us and you will be making a real difference to the NHS and the thousands of people who use our services each year.
Visit our website for more information about who we are and benefits of working for us.
Job description Job responsibilities Able to complete a range of routine work procedures such as:Cleaning of floor areas as scheduled by means of vacuuming, mopping, buffing andspray cleaning.Undertake deep cleans in areas where infection is present.Removal of rubbish including domestic and clinical waste from designated areas todisposal point.Cleaning of sanitary areas, toilet, sinks, shower cubicles and staff changing areas.Maintain the standard of cleanliness as specified throughout the designated work area bymeans of approved cleaning methods.
Person Specification Experience Essential Previous cleaning experience Qualifications Essential Basic Food Hygiene and/or Level 1 Food Safety Certificate or must be achieved within 6 months of start date Basic Numerate & Literate Skills Desirable NVQ Level 1 or 2 or equivalent GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)