We have a fantastic opportunity for a full-time General Assistant to join our team based at the Community Diagnostic Centre, Clacton Hospital.
Please note: this is a 6-month fixed-term contract.
* Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week
* Rotational schedule over 4 weeks:
* Week 1: Mon off, Tue off, Wed 7-3, Thu to Sun 6-2
* Week 2: Mon to Wed 2-10, Thu & Fri off, Sat & Sun 2-10
* Week 3: Mon to Wed 6-2, Thu & Fri 2-10, Weekend off
* Salary: £24,681 per annum
* Training will be provided
* DBS check required
About the role:
The General Assistant is responsible for delivering general assistance services to the required standards, ensuring high-quality service delivery and working practices.
Key Responsibilities:
* Providing a range of general assistant services, including:
* Transporting patients to and from wards
* Delivering linen to wards and removing spoiled linen to laundry
* Managing clinical and household waste removal and storage
* Handling blood samples and specimens
* Performing cleaning duties, including operating electrical and steam cleaning equipment
* Maintaining grounds, car parks, and gardens, including snow/ice clearance in winter
What we can offer you:
* 27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
* Training and development opportunities
* Smart Pension scheme with up to 6% company contribution
* NHS retail discounts and Cycle to Work Scheme
* Paid time off for volunteering (pro-rata)
* Support through our Colleague Assistance Programme
Our commitment:
We are passionate about giving back, supporting the NHS, and creating a sustainable, inclusive working environment. We celebrate diversity and aim to make a meaningful societal impact through our work.
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