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Patient Services Assistant
The closing date is 19 October 2025
The Domestic Services Department at Chesterfield Royal Hospital provides cleaning services to various NHS sites in and around Derbyshire. We have vacancies at Brooklyn Medical Practice - Heanor, where we are responsible for the domestic cleaning of this practice, contributing to a pleasant, hygienic, and comfortable environment for patients via high-quality domestic services.
Brooklyn Medical Practice, 65 Mansfield Rd, Heanor DE75 7AL
Key Holding Experience is desirable criteria
1 x 10 hours working 06:00 - 08:00 Monday to Friday.
1 x 6 hours working 06:00 - 08:00 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday.
Interview date to be confirmed
Main duties of the job
* Clean specific areas in line with training given and in accordance with NHS National cleaning standards and frequencies.
* Work in accordance with the day-to-day schedule, as directed.
* Safely utilise mechanical and electrical cleaning equipment following appropriate training and be responsible for cleaning domestic services equipment after use.
* Work to prevent the spread of infection by following the National colour code system.
* Ensure that cleaning cupboards are locked and secured every time they are not in use and be responsible for the security of keys issued to these areas.
* Ensure compliance with mandatory training and attend other relevant training, as directed.
* Ensure compliance with relevant hospital policies and procedures.
* Report accidents and near misses or unsafe situations, so appropriate action can be taken.
* Treat patients, visitors and staff with dignity and respect.
* Undertake specialist cleans where knowledge of differing cleaning methodologies are required resulting in the use of specific PPE.
* Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role / as requested by line management.
* Undertake actions arising from cleaning audits within agreed timescales
About us
Derbyshire Support and Facilities Services Ltd. (DSFS) is a subsidiary company 100% owned by Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
DSFS has just over 900 staff across Soft and Hard Facilities Services, and our corporate services including ICT, Patient Records, Switchboard, Procurement, Finance and Clinical Engineering. DSFS is part of the Chesterfield Royal family and aims to offer a dynamic, flexible, and proactive approach.
DSFS is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We value everyone's abilities, uniqueness, and individuality, and strive to create an environment where everyone can be themselves at work.
Derbyshire Support and Facilities Services Limited currently do not offer a Certificate of Sponsorship; applications requiring sponsorship will not be considered
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached to this vacancy for a full detailed description of the role, responsibilities, duties, and the criteria required.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
* To be able to read and understand to the required standard
* Basic education to include Maths and English
* Basic knowledge of Health and Safety and COSHH regulations
Experience
* Understanding the importance of confidentiality
* Experience of working in a hospital environment
* Previous experience in a similar environment
Skills and Knowledge
* Good communication skills both written and verbal
* Ability to carry out instructions accurately
* Able to undertake the physical aspects of the post
* Basic IT skills
Personal Attributes
* Flexible and reliable attitude to working arrangements
* Ability to work alone and as part of a team
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a DBS disclosure.
Employer name
Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
DSFS - Chesterfield Royal Hospital (ASHGATE RPC)
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