Cleaner

Dorset HealthCare are looking for a cleaner to join the friendly Facilities team cleaning a ward at Alderney Hospital

The cleaner role includes general cleaning duties of all areas within the workplace. We are looking for a reliable and motivated individual to join our supportive team.

This role is a part time role of 20 hours per week. The cleaning shift pattern is listed below, start time and finish time can be flexible as long as the services needs are met.

7:00am-11:00am or 8:00am-12:00pm or 9:00am-1:00pm

Recommend a friend or family member and earn cash! Do you have a friend or family member you would recommend to join us? Or do you know someone who wants to return to practice in the NHS? If the person you refer is appointed by the Trust and completes their probationary period you will receive £500 reward payment for the introduction! Please contact the recruitment team if you require further info

Employment in this post requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

Clean any areas of hospital as required by the supervisory staff

Carry out cleaning programme/schedules as required by the supervisory staff. Observe all safety practices including the prevention of cross infection by the use of colour coded equipment

Observe clinical waste procedures disposing of household waste as directed by domestic supervisors

Knowledge of cleaning procedures and COSHH

Follow safe systems of work and report hazards to the Hotel Services manager in accordance with Health and Safety procedures

At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.