Address 1. Job overview
a) 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.
2. Communication and working relationships
a) Maintain good working relationships with and communicate with your Line
Manager, Team Leader, Supervisors, Ward/Departmental staff to provide
the highest level of Facilities services and to support personal and departmental objectives.
3. Main tasks
a) Collect clean mops at the start of duty and return soiled mops at the end to the laundry room for cleaning.
b) Remove soiled curtains as required.
c) Clean all floor surfaces using appropriate methods to remove dust and debris.
d) Suction clean all hard floors and mop daily.
e) Empty, clean and replenish waste bins.
f) Seal waste bags and carry out appropriate waste disposal procedures.
g) Clean internal glass and ledges.
h) Clean all sanitary areas, including edges and underneath sanitary ware.
i) Maintain cleaning equipment in a clean and serviceable condition and report
any malfunctioning equipment to your Supervisor immediately.
j) Carry out wall washing as instructed, using the appropriate equipment.
k) Wash down beds and frames after a patient vacates.
l) Maintain the cleanliness of patient lockers and bed tables.
m) Maintain and respect the privacy and dignity of patients whilst carrying out cleaning and housekeeping duties.
n) Replenish consumables – paper towels, soap, toilet rolls, etc.
o) Adopt a flexible approach, as you may be required to work in any unit of the Trust.
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.
Why work for us?
Positive 2022 NHS Staff Survey results, scoring highly in compassionate culture & leadership, and staff wellbeing support
Variety of working environments across the community, in patients' homes, within our community hospitals and bases across the county
Supportive flexible working patterns such as: part time, flexi time, annualised hours, and flexi retirement options
Excellent training and development opportunities
Research opportunities
Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove and Brighton
Thriving BAME, Disability and Wellbeing, LGBT+ and Religion and Belief staff networks
Level 3 accredited Disability Confident Leader, committed to creating inclusive workplaces
Veteran Aware Trust, achieving accreditation from Veterans Covenant Healthcare Alliance (VCHA)
Located in stunning Sussex, with easy access to the South Downs and the coast
Access to a wide range of benefits and discounts for NHS staff
a) Wear a clean uniform whilst on duty
b) Attend Departmental meetings as appropriate.
c) To participate in the Trust’s appraisal system, review and personal
development process on an annual basis.
d) Undertake training as necessary in line with the development planning process.
e) To achieve and demonstrate agreed personal and professional
development standards within agreed timescales.
f) To contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the team in which they work
