Cleaner - Domestic AssistantNHS

Job Description

Job Purpose:Our client is currently experiencing issues with patient flow and having to carry out additional deep cleans due to infection control issues around COVID, Flu and Noro virus outbreaks.Working shifts of 09.00-17.00 and 17.00-22.00 (2 Staff on each shift) 7 Days per week need to be covered.Cleaner - Domestic Assistant Location: Gorleston, Great YarmouthJob Type: TemporaryDuration of booking: This is a temporary role, with no end date givenProposed start date: ASAPSector: HealthcareBase: HospitalBand: 2Pay Rates: Day Rate Working any hours Monday to Friday 6am-8pm: £10.69 paye inclusive of holiday payNight and Saturday Rates Monday to Friday working any hours between 8pm-6am: £13.89 paye inclusive of holiday paySunday and Bank Holidays: £17.10 Paye inclusive of holiday payWorking Days and Hours: Monday to Sunday09.00-17.0017.00-22.002 Staff on each shift at all timesJob Purpose:To provide a Cleaning Service within Wards and Departments in a Hospital setting, whilst working closely with ward / department staff to ensure high quality service provision. There will be a requirement to undertake some catering related duties - dishwashing,distribution of water jugs for patients, distribute patient beverages and meals - where applicableDuties

• Responsible for cleaning all the floors, furniture, fixtures, fittings, glassware, high and low level surfaces, sanitary areas within Clinical and Non-Clinical Areas these duties will be carried out In line with the National Standards of Cleanliness andlocal operational procedures and Work Schedules.
• Responsible for ensuring the safe disposal/packaging of waste as per the TrustsWaste policy for example Clinical Waste, Household Waste.
• Provision where applicable of a range of catering related duties e.g.

setting up and distributing patient beverages.

• If working within Residential Accommodation responsible for changing and making up of beds on residents departure.
• Movement of Furniture/Equipment is subject to Risk Assessment by Supervisor to enable effective access for periodic cleaning.
• Reporting details of faults and failures of electrical equipment /fabric of the building to Supervisor or Ward Manager.

• Responsible for maintaining adequate stocks of cleaning materials and consumables and requesting further supplies from supervisor.
• Responsible for the completion of records/log sheets and personal signing in/out sheets.
• Complete all cleaning schedules and any other relevant paperwork accurately within given timelines where applicable.
• Responsible for safe/secure/hygienic storage of various stocks at ward / department level e.g. cleaning chemicals, consumables, dry /refrigerated food stuffs and equipment.
• Responsible for the changing of curtains as per curtain rota.
• Responsible for the routine cleaning of all domestic equipment.
• The post holder will follow all guidance and procedures relating to Healthcare Associated Infection to ensure their safety and that of others, to prevent the spread of infection.
• Work together with Department in Performance and Development Reviews.
• It is possible that on occasion the postholder may be asked to work in other areas of the facilities service. This is not expected to be on a frequent or regular basis and would only take place after appropriate training and support was given

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Cleaning and domestic experience
• Attend all relevant Mandatory Training
• Have the ability to work as part of a team or on own initiative
• Have the ability to follow instructions
• Possess good communication skills, including non-verbal communication skills
• Ability to respond constructively to unpredictable situations
• Be calm, focused and able to cope with work under pressure
• Have a working knowledge of procedures and equipment relevant to the post
• Operate mechanical and electrical machinery safely and effectively
• Have a knowledge of Infection Control Policy, Guidelines and Procedures
• Carry out work effectively and safely
• Good customer care skills
• Able to work under pressure
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable