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Job Title: Night Cleaner / Concierge
Practice: Willows
Hours: 38 hours per week
Salary: £25,780 per annum
We are currently seeking a reliable, conscientious and hardworking Cleaner / Concierge to join our Facilities team and help maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene across our hospital.
The Role
The practice premises should be regarded as a hospital at all times, and standards of cleanliness should reflect this. Working as part of a small, supportive team, you will be responsible for both daily cleaning duties and scheduled deep cleans, ensuring our hospital is clean, safe, and presentable for patients, clients, and colleagues.
You will report directly to the Facilities Manager and play a vital role in preparing the hospital for busy working days.
Key Responsibilities
Premises Management
Maintain a consistently high standard of cleanliness in designated areas, including clinical areas and toilets
Carry out daily cleaning and regular deep cleans of clinical and non-clinical areas
Assist with additional cleaning tasks across the hospital as required
Ensure both internal and external areas of the premises are clean and tidy
Report any damaged or broken equipment in consultation rooms to management
Communicate effectively within the Facilities team, with other departments, and with management
General Duties
Follow all Health & Safety procedures at all times, including the use of appropriate PPE (gloves, aprons, goggles where necessary)
Observe correct manual handling procedures and use equipment only after appropriate training
Clean and maintain all cleaning equipment (e.g. mops, buckets, cloths, brooms)
Inform management of any equipment or facilities requiring repair or replacement
Never use equipment that appears faulty
Familiarise yourself with Health & Safety information, SOPs, and notice boards, and raise any concerns or queries with the Facilities Manager
Follow all Employee General Guidelines
Major Goals
Present a professional image of Willows Veterinary Centre at all times through exceptional cleanliness and tidiness
Maintain high standards of hygiene while avoiding unnecessary waste of consumables and using cleaning products at correct dilutions
Be efficient, pleasant, courteous, polite, and helpful to clients and colleagues at all times
Treat all clients and staff with equal respect and professionalism
Work effectively as a team member
About You
Previous experience in a hospital, healthcare, or clinical environment is desirable
You are reliable, detail-oriented, and take pride in your work
You understand the importance of hygiene in a clinical setting
You work well both independently and as part of a team
Benefits
5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave
External CPD funded
Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
Career progression opportunities
Staff discount schemes
Life Assurance
Enhanced sickness pay
Employer contribution pension scheme
Wellness program including:
Employee assistance program
Eyecare voucher scheme
Free annual Flu jab
Cycle to work scheme
Recruitment referral reward scheme
About us
Willows is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we can truly be driven by our purpose, to create a better world, and think long-term as opposed to being focused solely on short-term profits.
At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. Our Associates are over 6000 strong and empowered to speak up, step up and deliver quality services. You’ll have access to a huge network of specialists, worldwide development opportunities and an easily accessible, comprehensive wellbeing package that prioritises your physical and mental health, allowing you to focus on what you do best – care for pets.
We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, we care about you and want you to be authentic, with everything you need to perform at your best. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to achieve our purpose.
All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered. If you need any support in completing your application or simply want to find out more about Willows, Linnaeus or the role please contact our Talent Acquisition team at careers@linnaeusgroup.co.uk.
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