Overview
Care to join our Facilities Management team as a Facilities Assistant? You will carry out a range of duties associated with the provision of professional cleaning, catering and patient support activities. At all times the position demands the respect of patient privacy, dignity and confidentiality.
Responsibilities
* Communicate and work with Hospital staff and Patients, including members of the public and external contacts, with the Facilities Manager, Matron, ward manager and ward staff and other colleagues in the Trust.
* Work without direct supervision and follow the schedules prepared by the facilities management team.
* Make decisions regarding the order of work to fit in with area procedures, priorities and patient needs.
* Carry out routine and ad-hoc cleaning duties including infection control procedures, and work within and complete the Trust Cleaning Method Statement Manual.
* Prepare and provide a food delivery service to patients, visitors and staff as requested; provide appropriate dietary needs and food delivery service to patients, visitors and staff as requested, including service of beverages and snacks throughout the day.
* Carry out all tasks according to policies and the food safety guide including HACCP; ensure cleaning rectification activity is undertaken promptly and thoroughly within the agreed timescale and standards; cleaning of wards as required.
* Provide a collection and delivery service for relevant service departments; assist with unloading of supplies, correct storage, and distribution to departments.
* Cleaning and safe storage of all patient support equipment including medical gases and replacement as required; provide patient transportation within site area when required (including cadavers).
* Handle all types of linen to provide to wards and related areas and perform other laundry duties.
* Provide PPE as required (gloves, aprons, masks, headwear and other items).
* Report pest infestations, equipment faults and the need for repairs.
* Cleaning of catering areas and all associated equipment; clearing, washing and storage of crockery, cutlery and equipment in relation to the food and beverage service; distribution, collection and collation of menu cards.
* Conduct routine security checks, ensure outside lighting is working, assist with fire alarm testing and firefighting equipment checks, and ensure the cleanliness of site vehicles.
Working for our organisation
We are a friendly and supportive team where everyone has the opportunity to be the best they can be and where diverse experiences are valued and respected. We are committed to carers and offer flexible working where possible through our Carer-friendly policies.
Important information
* We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications; apply promptly.
* Please read the job description carefully and tailor your application to reflect the roles requirements.
* Applicants who identify in their application as part of the Armed Forces community will be guaranteed an interview, provided they meet the minimum essential criteria; Step into Health guidance is available on the NHS Employers website.
* Correspondence will be sent via Trac, text, and email. Please check your email and Trac account regularly.
* Applicants with no NHS experience will ordinarily be appointed to the minimum of the band.
* If you have not received an invitation to interview within 28 days of the closing date, assume your application was unsuccessful on this occasion.
* It is your responsibility to ensure timely receipt of appropriate references.
Equality and inclusion
The Trust is committed to preventing discrimination, valuing diversity and achieving equality of opportunity. No person (staff, patient or public) will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. If you require support you can obtain this from our Equality Business Forum which has representatives from all protected groups.
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