Domestic Assistant

7 months ago


Poole, United Kingdom Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust Full time

We currently have a vacant position to work within the Housekeeping Department at Alderney Hospital. Duties will include general cleaning of the wards/departments which will include wet mopping, damp dusting, cleaning of patients bedrooms, cleaning toilets and disposal of waste. You may also be required to complete the food service.

The successful applicant will need good communication skills, and experience of working in a similar environment would be desirable. Cleaners within the hospital have a key role in our on-going fight against hospital infections & make a useful contribution in the wider care team that supports a patient during their time in hospital.

This is a part-time vacancy, 20 hours per week, working Monday to Friday 7am to 12pm 5hrs with no break or 8am-1pm

Employment in this post requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

Recommend a friend or family member and earn cash

Do you have a friend or family member you would recommend to join us? Or do you know someone who wants to return to practice in the NHS? If the person you refer is appointed by the Trust and completes their probationary period you will receive £500 reward payment for the introduction Please contact the recruitment team if you require further information.

1. Cleaning
- Clean any areas of hospital as required by the supervisory staff
- Carry out cleaning programme/schedules as required by the supervisory staff Observe all safety practices including the prevention of cross infection by the use of colour coded equipment
- Observe clinical waste procedures disposing of household waste as directed by domestic supervisors
- Knowledge of cleaning procedures and COSHH
- Follow safe systems of work and report hazards to the Facilities Manager in accordance with Health and Safety procedures

Linen
- To undertake unit laundry of microfibre mops and cloths and curtains as required and any laundry as required by the Domestic Supervisor.
- Giving out and collection of linen.
- Ensure adequate linen stocks are available at all times.
- Ensure Linen cupboards are clean and tidy at all times.

May be required to carry out tasks at ward level including help with food service to patients resulting in exposure to situations or patients with challenging behaviours. for which appropriate training will be provided where required.

2. RESPONSIBILITY FOR HUMAN RESOURCES / WORKFORCE

Ensure that you are trained / competent on the use of cleaning chemicals & equipment in line with the National Specifications for Cleanliness in the NHS, C.O.S.H.H and any other relevant legislation.

At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity.

We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.


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