To ensure that premises managed by QE Facilities Ltd are presented in a manner that promotes high standards of cleanliness, order, and patient/client well-being. The job holder is responsible for ensuring areas within their scope are clean, maintenance needs are reported, and support is provided to maintain an optimal environment for patients and staff, enhancing the patient experience.
Main duties of the job
1. Complete daily, weekly, and periodic cleaning of all floor surfaces, paintwork, internal glass, fixtures, and fittings as per QE Facilities policies, procedures, and service level agreements.
2. Organise and remove waste materials from designated areas, complying with waste procedures for domestic and clinical waste.
3. Carry out sanitary cleaning in wet areas including toilets, basins, baths, and shower cubicles.
4. Maintain and replenish cleaning materials and linen in designated areas.
5. Respond promptly to remedial cleaning requests following incidents or accidents.
6. Report building defects for remedial action.
7. Prepare patient areas for meal service, collect and wash up crockery and cutlery, and store items at ward level.
8. Assist in the preparation and serving of patient beverages under nursing staff guidance.
9. Change linen in on-call rooms and residential accommodations, and curtains in clinical areas.
10. Perform any other duties within the scope of the role.
About us
QE Facilities (QEF), a wholly owned subsidiary of Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust (GHNT), based in North East England, provides non-clinical services including estates, facilities, procurement, medical engineering, endoscopy decontamination, transport, outpatient pharmacy, and violence prevention training. We also offer consultancy services on establishing NHS subsidiary companies and VAT compliance.
QE Facilities operates under its own terms and conditions, which differ from those of GHNT. Please note, this is not an Agenda for Change pay rate.
We do not hold a sponsorship license and cannot offer employment under sponsorship arrangements.
Job responsibilities
1. Make straightforward decisions related to the job independently and as part of the team.
2. Follow cleaning schedules and complete assigned tasks daily, weekly, and periodically.
3. Use initiative to adapt to work routine variations, seeking support when necessary.
4. Ensure safe storage of cleaning equipment and chemicals.
5. Ensure delivery of cleaning materials and disposables matches delivery notes, signing to record receipt.
Person Specification
Experience
* Domestic cleaning experience required.
* Knowledge of COSHH regulations.
Knowledge
* Experience working in a hospital environment preferred.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A DBS check will be required to check for any criminal convictions.
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