Housekeeper
Job Description
Job summary
To provide and maintain a high standard of cleanliness in all areas within the North Adult CMHT at Northlands Community Health Centre. To undertake and complete relevant paperwork / electronic recording for water flushing, water temperatures and fire and panic alarm testing and to follow cleaning schedules in line with the National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness.
Main duties of the job
General cleaning of all offices, meeting rooms, kitchen areas, corridors and working areas within the site.
Following work schedules, which includes the opening or locking up of the building, the emptying of bins, hoovering of rooms and corridors, cleaning of toilets, shower room and clinical areas, the cleaning of carpets and the washing of walls.
Disposal of all rubbish following Trust Policies and guidelines.
Following all Trust Policies and guidance relevant to the role.
Request cleaning materials and keeping adequate stock levels.
To carry out duties having due regards for infection control, Health and Safety and COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) Regulations.
To ensure products, equipment and materials are used appropriately and in the correct manner to ensure safe cleaning and the best results.
About us
We are passionate about providing the very best care to the people we support, and we're looking for amazing people who share this passion to join us.
What is it that makes our Trust such a special place to work? Well, it's all about the people. Our staff, service users, carers and families all come from such diverse backgrounds and all have expertise and stories to share.
It's important that you feel supported in your role, that the people who you work with are as passionate as you are and that your health and wellbeing is taken care of
If you're interested in developing your career, you'll have access to a range of training and education opportunities, including apprenticeships, work experience and placements, as well as the chance to get involved in research.
We are very proud of the difference we make to people's lives each and every day and if that's something that you'd like to be part of we'd love to have you with us.
Job responsibilities
General cleaning of all offices, meeting rooms, kitchen areas, corridors and working areas within the site.
Following work schedules, which includes the opening or locking up of the building, the emptying of bins, hoovering of rooms and corridors, cleaning of toilets, shower room and clinical areas, the cleaning of carpets and the washing of walls.
Disposal of all rubbish following Trust Policies and guidelines.
Following all Trust Policies and guidance relevant to the role.
Request cleaning materials and keeping adequate stock levels.
To carry out duties having due regards for infection control, Health and Safety and COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) Regulations.
To ensure products, equipment and materials are used appropriately and in the correct manner to ensure safe cleaning and the best results.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Basic knowledge of Health and Safety
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a health care setting
- Carry out tasks without supervision and be able to work on own initiative
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Basic IT Skills
Desirable
- Health and Safety certificate
- NVQ level 1 & 2 Cleaning/Housekeeping
Experience
Essential
- Previous knowledge or experience in housekeeping duties or similar work
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a health care setting
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Northlands Community Health Centre
Southey Hill
Sheffield
S5 8BE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.sheffieldpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
