Facilities Assistant

Band 2 Job summary

• To work as an integral part of the ward/departmental team, with a flexible approach within the Facilities Department. Perform cleaning duties in all areas of the Healthcare premises to the required cleanliness standard and comply with infection control legislation.

• Communication and working relationships

• a) Maintain good working relationships with and communicate with your Line Manager, Team Leader, Supervisors, and Ward/Departmental staff to provide the highest level of Facilities services and to support personal and departmental objectives.

Main duties of the job

• Wear correct and clean uniform whilst on duty
• Attend Departmental meetings as appropriate.
• To participate in the Trust's appraisal system, review and personal development process on an annual basis.
• Undertake training as necessary in line with the development planning process.
• To achieve and demonstrate agreed personal and professional development standardswithin agreed timescales.
• To contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the team in which he/she works.

About us We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex. Our 6,000 staff serve a population of 1.3 million providing essential medical, nursing, and therapeutic care to adults and children. Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community, helping people plan, manage, adapt to changes in their health, supporting avoidable hospital admissions and reducing hospital stay times. We have opportunities for everyone across our wide variety of services including medical, clinical, support and corporate services. Job description Job responsibilities

• Collect clean mops at the start of duty and return soiled mops at the end of duty to the laundry room for cleaning.
• Remove soiled curtains as required.
• Clean all floor surfaces using appropriate methods to remove dust and debris.
• Suction cleans all hard floors and mop daily.
• Empty, clean and replenish waste bins.
• Seal waste bags and carry out appropriate waste disposal procedures.
• Clean internal glass and ledges.
• Clean all sanitary areas, including edges and underneath sanitary ware.
• Maintain cleaning equipment in a clean and serviceable condition and report any malfunctioning of equipment to your supervisor immediately.
• Carry out wall washing as instructed, using the appropriate equipment.
• Wash down beds and frames after a patient vacates.
• Maintain the cleanliness of patient lockers and bed tables.
• Maintain and respect the privacy and dignity of patients whilst carrying out cleaning and housekeeping duties.
• Adopt a flexible approach, as you may be required to work in any unit of the Trust.
• Ensure the correct storage of food items at the ward level.
• Collect, wash, and return water jugs daily and replenish themas required.
• To ensure that sufficient beverages are available and served to patients. Collecting cups and cleaning all items associated with drinks, laying up trolleys for beverage service. Carry out thorough cleaning of beverage equipment when necessary.
• Reperish consumables paper towels, soap, toilet rolls, etc.

Person Specification Behaviours and Values Essential

• Trust values
• o Dignity and Respect o One Team o Compassion o Safety and Quality

Desirable

• Flexibility in shift/working patterns to meet the needs of the service o Is able to participate as a team member o Is of good health and good character
• Demonstrate a patient centered approach

EXPERIENCE Essential

• Previous Experience and past job roles. o Cleaning o Cleaning Machinery o Food Preparation o Customer Service

Desirable

• o Level 1/2 Cleaning o Level 1/2 Food Safety o Other

QUALIFICATIONS Essential

• Clear understanding of cleaning and food safety

Desirable

• o Level 1/2 Cleaning o Level 1/2 Food Safety

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Essential

• Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Desirable

• o Ability to complete accurate & detailed duties in a timely fashion

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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust Address Facilities Department, Crawley Hospital Crawley RH11 9DH Employer's website (Opens in a new tab)