Hotel Services Assistant

Main area Cleaning ward areas Grade NHS AfC: Band 2 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 15 hours per week (start time 09:30 working alternate weekends) Job ref 383-FAC-7334-26-A

Site Derwent Unit Town Chesterfield Salary £25,272 per annum, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 21/06/:59

We are passionate about making equality, diversity and inclusion part of our DNA. We take pride in our "People First Culture" which creates a workplace where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging, difference is celebrated, and people are comfortable to bring their whole selves to work. We value the richness that comes from having colleagues that are fully representative of the local community. We welcome people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, protected characteristics, and with all backgrounds and experiences.

Job overview

We are looking for a conscientious and trustworthy Domestic Cleaner to support our Mental Health services. This role is essential in maintaining a clean, safe and therapeutic environment for service users, staff and visitors. The post holder will work sensitively and respectfully within mental health settings, contributing positively to the care environment and service user experience.

Main duties of the job

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness across mental health wards, clinical rooms, offices, and communal areas.
• Follow strict infection prevention and control procedures in line with NHS and Trust policies.
• Use cleaning equipment, chemicals, and PPE safely and correctly.
• Dispose of waste, including clinical waste, in accordance with procedures.
• Replenish cleaning and hygiene supplies as required.
• Report hazards, damage, or maintenance issues promptly.
• Work calmly and appropriately around vulnerable service users, respecting dignity and confidentiality.

Key responsibilities

• Cleaning and sanitising rooms, offices, communal areas, toilets and corridors.
• Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming and dusting all designated areas.
• Emptying bins and disposing of waste safely.
• Replenishing cleaning supplies and toiletries as required.
• Following health and safety and infection control procedures.Reporting any maintenance issues or hazards promptly.

Person specification

• Knowledge and experience of health and safety.
• Cleaning experience.

Benefits

• Commitment to flexible working where this is possible.
• 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years of service.
• Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training.
• Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits.
• Health service discounts and online benefits.
• Incremental pay progression.
• Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7.
• Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network.
• Health and wellbeing opportunities.
• Structured learning and development opportunities.

Flexible Working

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern.

Disability Confident Employer

The Trust is a Disability Confident Employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you in the recruitment process please let us know.

DBS Checks

The cost of undertaking a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) disclosure will be met by the individual. The Trust will meet the initial costs of the disclosure which will be deducted from your first month's salary.