Job summary As a Mortuary Orderly you will work closely with the lead of Mortuary services and APT's to ensure safe, effective and efficient services are met. You will be part of a team in keeping all areas of the mortuary, including the post mortem room clean and tidy including deep cleaning/sterilisation of instruments, equipment, patient fridges and freezer and to keep all stocks and supplies replenished. You willwork within local induction training competency and mandatory training frameworks to ensure confidential, safe, compliant and secure services. Main duties of the job The Mortuary Orderly will participate in the domestic duties, maintaining cleaning standards in the department, spot cleaning and monitoring. Deep cleaning and disinfecting of areas within the mortuary to maintain infection control. Maintain confidentiality and professionalism whilst working with service users and have the ability to learn & use trust systems specific to the department. About us A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation. In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year. There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today. Statement on the Use of AI We value the individuality that each candidate brings to the application process. While we understand that AI tools are widely available, we strongly discourage applicants from using AI-generated content when applying for jobs with us. We believe that your application should reflect your true skills, experiences, and motivations, which are best conveyed through your own words and unique perspective. Using AI for your application may not accurately represent your knowledge, skills, and experience and may result in a disconnect between your qualifications and our assessment of your application. We encourage applicants to take the time to thoughtfully complete their applications; by doing so, you allow us to better understand your true potential and ensure a fair and transparent evaluation of your application. Over reliance on AI-generated content may diminish your chance of success. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. Previous applicants need not apply Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. Previous applicants need not apply Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good general education including Maths & English Good written and spoken English Ability to undertake required training in post Desirable Mortuary experience English & Maths GCSE or equivalent Hygiene certificate Experience Essential Previous experience of working within a healthcare environment Previous experience in working under direction Previous cleaning / housekeeping experience Desirable Previous experience of working within a mortuary Experience of working in the area of bereaved Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Essential Good communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work as part of a team Ability to work on own initiative and manage own workload Must have a strong dsiposition due to the nature of the working environment Capable of working under pressure Capable of working in difficult environmental conditions Desirable Basic knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and procedures as applied in the mortuary Capable of working with minimum supervision Good organisational skills Good IT skills - MS Office, Outlook, Word, Excel Other Essential Reliable work record Evidence that personal behaviour reflrects trust values Desirable Flexible approach to working and work requirements Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good general education including Maths & English Good written and spoken English Ability to undertake required training in post Desirable Mortuary experience English & Maths GCSE or equivalent Hygiene certificate Experience Essential Previous experience of working within a healthcare environment Previous experience in working under direction Previous cleaning / housekeeping experience Desirable Previous experience of working within a mortuary Experience of working in the area of bereaved Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Essential Good communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work as part of a team Ability to work on own initiative and manage own workload Must have a strong dsiposition due to the nature of the working environment Capable of working under pressure Capable of working in difficult environmental conditions Desirable Basic knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and procedures as applied in the mortuary Capable of working with minimum supervision Good organisational skills Good IT skills - MS Office, Outlook, Word, Excel Other Essential Reliable work record Evidence that personal behaviour reflrects trust values Desirable Flexible approach to working and work requirements 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. 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.. Additional information 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. 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.. Employer details Employer name East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust Address Conquest Hospital The Ridge St Leonards-On-Sea TN37 7RD United Kingdom Employer's website