We encourage applications from all with protected characteristics and from those in the Armed Forces Community. Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, and any application submitted through the medium of Welsh will not be treated less favourably than applications made in English.
Please let us know if you have any particular requirements to enable you to participate in the application and selection process. We will be pleased to discuss any reasonable adjustments or support needed. If you need any documents in a larger font or a different format (such as braille), please contact the recruiting manager named in the job advert or contact the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board recruitment team at 01495 745805 option 3 or email abb.vacancyrequests@wales.nhs.uk.
If you are successful at interview, you will receive your conditional offer of appointment and information pack via email.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time. Therefore, we encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post. If shortlisted, you will be contacted via your email account used to apply, so please check your email regularly.
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Aneurin Bevan University Health Board supports flexible working.
There is a temporary top-up for Bands 2 and 3 to reflect the incorporation of the top-up to the living wage of £12.60 per hour (£24,638 per annum). This top-up will be in place until the 2025/26 pay uplift is confirmed.
Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time if filled via internal redeployment.
Job Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Facilities Operative in Ward Catering based at Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr.
We seek a highly motivated individual committed to enhancing patient & customer experience, with a passion for high-level customer service.
The role requires flexibility within the Kitchen/Catering service, with hours from 07:30 - 14:00 & 13:00 - 19:30, three shifts per week including weekends.
Main duties of the job
The duties will be outlined in the relevant job schedules, with flexibility to meet service needs. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable; applications from Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome.
Working for our organisation
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation, providing exceptional care and a supportive workplace. We offer extensive training, flexible working, and career development opportunities, including management programs and a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence.
Our Clinical Futures strategy aims to deliver care closer to home and high-quality hospital care, including the Grange University Hospital, opened in November 2020. Join us to help pioneer new healthcare approaches.
Education & Training
Essential criteria
* Basic general education
* Literate & Numerate
* Willingness to undertake & complete the ABUHB facilities competency workbook (within 6 months)
* Willingness to undertake & complete statutory & mandatory training including Basic Food Hygiene certificate
* Willingness to undertake future training as required
Desirable criteria
* BIFM/NVQ level 2
Knowledge & Training
Desirable criteria
* Experience in healthcare or hospitality environment
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
* Manual handling capability
* Ability to work under pressure
* Maintain concentration on tasks
* Ability to cope with the movement of deceased
* Willingness to handle bodily fluids during cleaning
Desirable criteria
* Welsh speaker
Skills
Essential criteria
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to follow instructions and procedures
* High standards of work
* Dependability and good time management
* Effective under pressure
* Teamwork skills
* Self-motivation and enthusiasm
* Customer care skills
* Positive self and organizational impression
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