Job overview

Vacancy: Part-Time Facilities Assistant - Domestic (Floor person with use of machinery) 15 hours per week (Monday to Friday, hours: 16:00 to 19:00) 

£9446 per annum (£12.08 per hour)

The successful candidate will be required to work with a flexible approach across various wards and departmental teams, and form an integral part of the Facilities Department. 

The role will perform cleaning duties (including the operation of floor cleaning machinery) in all areas of our busy Healthcare premises,  adhering to the required standards stipulated by the National Specifications for Cleanliness in the NHS.   

Previous cleaning and goods experience would be an advantage, but not essential as training will be provided. Please give FULL details of any relevant experience on your application form to assist us with the shortlisting process. Any fields left blank or incomplete will not be able to be scored.

Please apply online via the NHS Jobs website.

“Please note: Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role is unlikely to be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role."

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a motivated and hard-working individual to work as part of the Facilities team, performing cleaning duties as required in all areas of the premises, to ensure standards meet the National Specifications for Cleanliness in the NHS. 

• Use of  cleaning equipment.
• To ensure strict adherence to all policies and procedures in relation to food hygiene, including HACCP, personal hygiene and cleaning down procedures.
• Clean all surfaces using appropriate methods to remove dust and debris.
• Remove / replace / clean curtains and blinds as necessary.
• Clean all hard floors and mop daily.
• Empty, clean and replenish waste bins.
• Seal waste bags and carry out appropriate waste disposal procedures.
• Clean internal glass and ledges.
• Clean all sanitary areas.
• Maintain equipment in a clean and serviceable condition.
• Maintain and respect the privacy and dignity of patients whilst carrying out Facilities duties.
• Clean Beds.
• Clean furniture.
• Replenish consumables – paper towels, soap, toilet rolls etc.
• Adopt a flexible approach.
• Ensure the correct storage of all items.
• Collect, wash and return water jugs.
• To prepare and serve food and beverages as required.
• Assist with the service of patient, visitors and staff meals.
• Ensure that food presentation, portion control, temperature and quality standards are adhered to.     
• To ensure security is maintained at all times.
• Completion of departmental paperwork as required.
• Supporting Goods in Department 

Working for our organisation

We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex. Our 6,000 staff serve a population of 1.3 million providing essential medical, nursing, and therapeutic care to adults and children.

Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community, helping people plan, manage, adapt to changes in their health, supporting avoidable hospital admissions and reducing hospital stay times.

We have opportunities for everyone across our wide variety of services including medical, clinical, support and corporate services.

Why work for us?

• Positive 2022 NHS Staff Survey results, scoring highly in compassionate culture & leadership, and staff wellbeing support
• Variety of working environments across the community, in patients' homes, within our community hospitals and bases across the county
• Supportive flexible working patterns such as: part time, flexi time, annualised hours, and flexi retirement options
• Excellent training and development opportunities 
• Research opportunities
• Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove and Brighton
• Thriving BAME, Disability and Wellbeing, LGBT+ and Religion and Belief staff networks
• Level 3 accredited Disability Confident Leader, committed to creating inclusive workplaces
• Veteran Aware Trust, achieving accreditation from Veterans Covenant Healthcare Alliance (VCHA)
• Located in stunning Sussex, with easy access to the South Downs and the coast
• Access to a wide range of benefits and discounts for NHS staff