Domestic Assistant

Job summary
Please note that this role is advertised on behalf of Atlas BFW Management Ltd (Atlas), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and as such, successful applicant(s) will be on Atlas Terms and Conditions. For further information about Atlas, please visit:
The post holder will be required to carry out general cleaning duties, in clinical and non-clinical areas to the recognised standards across the Atlas portfolio.
The role will be working in community Health Centres, cleaning both clinical and non-clinical areas.
It is essential to hold a current driving license and have access to a vehicle, as you will be required to travel between sites with the Atlas footprint to deliver the role.
Please be aware that with this role you may require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), further information will be provide if you are successful for interview.
Main duties of the job
The duties and responsibilities are
Regular vacuuming and occasional shampooing of carpeted areas using carpet cleaning machinery.
Regular maintenance of hard floors using a buffing machine i.e. spray cleaning, scrubbing and buffing.
Regular high and low damp dusting including all worktops, ledges, skirting, picture frames, notice boards, radiators, desks and shelving and general fixtures and fittings.
Daily dusting of all non-clinical electrical equipment, furniture and periodic application of spray polish.
Daily cleaning of all washbasins, toilets, sluice sinks and sanitary fittings including replenishment of soap and hand towel dispensers and toilet tissue, as necessary.
Routinely clean all internal glazing i.e. partitions, door glazing and mirrors.
Daily emptying of clinical and domestic waste containers and litter bins using colour coded bags including removal to storage at approved locations
Ensuring that premises are secure by locking all doors, activating intruder alarms and reporting any suspicious behavior.
Acquiring an understanding of departmental guidance notes and following procedures therein.
About us
As experts in healthcare facilities and property management, we deliver fully-managed healthcare facilities services and property management solutions to clients throughout Lancashire and South Cumbria.
We are a wholly owned subsidiary of Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This means that we part of the Trust's group and the wider NHS family, but are a separate Limited Company, with our own business plan, board, management structure and staff.
Any profits that we make are used to help grow our business, provide additional employment, training and development for our staff, whilst helping to support the Trust's frontline clinical services, and the delivery of safe patient care.
Our healthcare facilities services and property management solutions encompass: Capital Developments, Estates Management, Facilities Management, Medical Engineering and Property Services.
Our teams ensure our clients properties and amenities provide the best environment for their customers, patients, staff and visitors.
Visit: bfwml.co.uk for further information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Reporting faults to cleaning equipment and damage to furniture, fittings and dcor to the relevant level of seniority.
Stock control i.e. regular ordering of cleaning materials and equipment, by completion of the relevant forms.
Using only materials and equipment provided by Atlas BFW Management Ltd and ensuring they are securely locked away when not in use.
Wearing, at all times, of protective clothing provided by Atlas and keeping in a clean and serviceable condition. Wearing at all times and being responsible for the Atlas Uniform and identify badge.
Assisting at and/or providing cover at other premises at which Atlas provide a service as necessary, in agreement with the Domestic Coordinator/Domestic Team Leader.
To act in accordance with BFW Management Ltd Constitution and other Codes of Conduct.
To participate in staff development, appraisal and training as appropriate, including continuous professional development
To comply with BFW Management Ltd agreed policies and procedures including but not limited to Health and Safety, and Equal Opportunities Policies, the Data Protection Act, Freedom of Information Act, Financial Management Regulations and other relevant NHS and Government Regulations, Directives and area wide priorities
To undertake any other tasks, duties and responsibilities as directed and appropriate to the level of the role subject to any reasonable adjustments under the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 as incorporated into the Equality Act 2010
To participate in the wider development of the function and contribute to service improvement as required.
Please ensure you have read the full attached Job Description & Person Specification, for further information and before applying for the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Reporting faults to cleaning equipment and damage to furniture, fittings and dcor to the relevant level of seniority.
Stock control i.e. regular ordering of cleaning materials and equipment, by completion of the relevant forms.
Using only materials and equipment provided by Atlas BFW Management Ltd and ensuring they are securely locked away when not in use.
Wearing, at all times, of protective clothing provided by Atlas and keeping in a clean and serviceable condition. Wearing at all times and being responsible for the Atlas Uniform and identify badge.
Assisting at and/or providing cover at other premises at which Atlas provide a service as necessary, in agreement with the Domestic Coordinator/Domestic Team Leader.
To act in accordance with BFW Management Ltd Constitution and other Codes of Conduct.
To participate in staff development, appraisal and training as appropriate, including continuous professional development
To comply with BFW Management Ltd agreed policies and procedures including but not limited to Health and Safety, and Equal Opportunities Policies, the Data Protection Act, Freedom of Information Act, Financial Management Regulations and other relevant NHS and Government Regulations, Directives and area wide priorities
To undertake any other tasks, duties and responsibilities as directed and appropriate to the level of the role subject to any reasonable adjustments under the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 as incorporated into the Equality Act 2010
To participate in the wider development of the function and contribute to service improvement as required.
Please ensure you have read the full attached Job Description & Person Specification, for further information and before applying for the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• English GCSE
• Maths GCSE

Desirable

• NVQ in Cleaning

Training
Desirable

• Basic Training in Health & Safety, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health

Experience
Desirable

• Working in a similar role

Knowledge
Desirable

• Previous experience in floor care and maintenance and use of floor care equipment

Personal Qualities
Essential

• Ability to communicate with colleagues/general public
• Ability to work alone, but also part of a team
• Ability to maintain confidentiality is vital
• Friendly disposition in order to be able to communicate with colleagues, the general public and patients in order to complete daily tasks.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• English GCSE
• Maths GCSE

Desirable

• NVQ in Cleaning

Training
Desirable

• Basic Training in Health & Safety, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health

Experience
Desirable

• Working in a similar role

Knowledge
Desirable

• Previous experience in floor care and maintenance and use of floor care equipment

Personal Qualities
Essential

• Ability to communicate with colleagues/general public
• Ability to work alone, but also part of a team
• Ability to maintain confidentiality is vital
• Friendly disposition in order to be able to communicate with colleagues, the general public and patients in order to complete daily tasks.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
Additional information
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
Employer details
Employer name
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Mill 2/Atlas Transport
Moor Lane Lancaster LA1 1QD/Grab Lane Lancaster LA1 3JR
Lancaster
LA1 1QD
Employer's website

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