Support Services Assistant (Domestic)
Job Description
Job summary
We require a caring and enthusiastic individual to work part time as a Support Services Assistant within the Domestic team.
This position is for 18 hours from Monday to Sunday.
This post will be based at Welshpool Hospital.
You will need to be self-motivated, have a flexible approach to work, able to work as part of a team and have the ability to work on your own initiative.
There will be the expectation, when required, to clean in other departments.
Previous experience is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be given.
Main duties of the job
You will support the local delivery of hotel services domestic and associated facilities activities, ensuring that they are delivered at the levels agreed and that they meet with full compliance with all appropriate legislation and local policies and procedures.
You will need to be self-motivated, have a flexible approach to work, be able to work as part of a team and have the ability to work on your own initiative.
Previous experience is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be given.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- To have gained sufficient experience in the cleaning industry to be able to demonstrate an understanding of safe working practices and techniques that would meet the requirements within this role.
Aptitude and Ability
Essential
- To be able to perform independently or as part of a team whilst demonstrating the values and behaviours expected of the organisation.
- To be able to follow instructions and organise own work to meet the team objectives, adapting work to meet any changing priorities which may need to meet tight timeframes.
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh
Values
Essential
- Able to demonstrate the essential values and commitment required to delivering a high quality service for patients and staff.
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel within geographical area.
- Able to work hours flexibly.
Qualifications and/or knowledge
Desirable
- literacy and numeracy level 1
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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Powys Teaching Health Board
Address
Victoria Memorial Hospital
Salop Road
Welshpool
SY21 6DW
