General Facilities Assistant
Wythenshawe Hospital – Southmoor Road, Wythenshawe M23 9LT
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Various shifts available - Core hours Monday – Sunday 08.00-19.00 – flexible availability required
Band 2: Weekdays £12.51/hr, Saturdays £17.64/hr & Sundays/Bank Holidays £22.90/hr
About the Role
As a General Facilities Assistant, you’ll contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of the hospital by supporting a variety of non-clinical functions. This is a vital frontline role supporting the safe, clean, and efficient running of the hospital, directly contributing to patient care and staff wellbeing.
The role is multi-skilled and varied, covering a range of facilities services including domestic cleaning, housekeeping, catering support, portering, stores, laundry, and waste management. You will work as part of a flexible team, ensuring high standards are maintained across all hospital areas.
Key Responsibilities
Depending on service needs, duties may include:
Domestic Cleaning & Housekeeping
Cleaning and maintaining wards, clinical areas, offices, corridors, toilets, and public areas
Following infection prevention and control procedures at all times
Replenishing consumables such as soap, paper towels, and hand gel
Supporting ward housekeeping duties, including patient areas and equipment cleaning
Catering Assistant Duties
Serving meals to patients and staff in a safe and courteous manner
Cleaning catering equipment and maintaining food hygiene standards
Following allergen, food safety, and health & safety guidelines
Hospital Porter Duties
Transporting patients safely and respectfully between wards and departments
Moving equipment, beds, medical notes, and supplies as required
Supporting departments with ad-hoc logistical tasks
Stores Assistant Duties
Receiving, checking, and distributing deliveries
Stock control and replenishment of supplies to wards and departments
Manual handling of goods in line with training and safety guidance
Laundry Services
Handling, sorting, and distributing hospital linen and uniforms
Operating laundry equipment where required
Ensuring correct procedures for clean and soiled linen
Waste Management
Collection and segregation of clinical, domestic, recyclable, and confidential waste
Ensuring waste is handled and disposed of safely and in line with regulations
Cleaning and maintaining waste areas and equipment
General Duties
Adhering to all health & safety, infection control, and Trust policies
Working flexibly across departments and shifts, including weekends and bank holidays
Providing a courteous, helpful service to patients, visitors, and staff
Person Specification
Essential:
* Ability to work as part of a team and independently
* Good communication skills and a positive, professional attitude
* Willingness to undertake a variety of facilities duties
* Understanding of the importance of cleanliness, safety, and confidentiality
* Physically able to carry out manual tasks (with training provided)
Desirable:
* Previous experience in cleaning, catering, portering, laundry, stores, or facilities work
* Experience working in a healthcare or similar environment
* Basic knowledge of infection control or food hygiene (training will be provided)
About the Site
Wythenshawe Hospital is a major teaching hospital with a strong community focus. Our Facilities team plays a crucial role in supporting clinical services and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for patients and staff. If you are dependable, take pride in your work, and want a role that truly matters, we would love to hear from you.
In return for your hard work commitment NHS Professionals (NHSP) can offer you some fantastic benefits: –
* Competitive Pay Rates - work this week, get paid next week!
* First choice of placements at over 50 NHS Trusts in England
* Dedicated consultants
* Flexible working options
* Free DBS and free training
* Build holiday allowance.
* Support when you need it – 24/7, 365 days a year.
* Stakeholder pension scheme
Who are NHS Professionals?
NHS Professionals (NHSP), owned by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), works in partnership with hospital trusts to provide a bank of highly skilled temporary workers who want to work flexibly within the NHS.
Working through the NHSP bank means Trusts don’t have to rely on expensive agencies. Right now, we have over 126,000 members registered on our bank from various roles, grades and specialities, saving the NHS over £70 million each year. This money is then reinvested back into the NHS. Register today for various flexible working options and long-term placement opportunities.
We look forward to hearing from you soon.
Disclaimer
Please note, you will be contacted by email throughout the recruitment process, so please check your emails, including your junk/spam regularly. We regret we cannot contact everyone who is not selected for an interview, therefore if you do not hear from us within 21 days after submitting your application, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion