Job overview
An opportunity has become available for enthusiastic, self motivated persons to join the Facilities Services department to delivery front line services to patients, staff and visitors.
Main duties of the job
The role of the Facilities Assistant is a combined role delivering Catering & Housekeeping Services within the Cancer Centre working in line with national cleaning standards and food safety legislation.
The successful Candidates will be expected to undertake all the main tasks in line with the Job Description working within the values and behaviours of Velindre University Trust.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and our award-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.
Formed in 1994, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to provide the key principles of prudent healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.
At Velindre University NHS Trust we aim to foster a culture of discovery, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We will achieve this by embedding research and innovation into everything we do, to deliver meaningful, measurable impact for our patients and communities.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.
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Person specification
Knowledge
Essential criteria
* Good knowledge of Health & Safety, COSHH, and HACCP food safety management systems
Desirable criteria
* NVQ level 2 in food & drink
Experience
Essential criteria
* Previous catering or Cleaning experience, especially in a care environment ward & dining room/coffee shop
Desirable criteria
* Previous catering or Cleaning experience, especially in a care environment ward & dining room/coffee shop
Qualifications
Essential criteria
* Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2 NVQ Level 2 in cleaning. Willing to work towards the All Wales Facilities Apprenticeship Qualification
Desirable criteria
* NVQ Level 2 food & drink
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