Facilities Assistant (Cleaning & Catering)inHaywards HeathinHaywards HeathPUBLISHED THU 7 NOV 2024

We are seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our Facilities team as a Facilities Assistant. In this role, you will work closely with the ward and departmental teams to support a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors. With a flexible approach, you'll be responsible for a variety of catering and cleaning tasks, playing an essential part in enhancing the patient experience.

22.5 hours per week -Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 7am to 3pm & 10am to 6pm

What We're Looking For:

• Skills & Qualities:
  • A positive, team-oriented attitude and commitment to maintaining high standards.
  • Flexibility and a willingness to take on varied tasks within a healthcare setting.
  • Good communication skills to work effectively with supervisors, team leaders, and clinical/non-clinical staff.
• Experience:
  • Previous experience in a facilities, cleaning, or catering role is advantageous but not essential, as full training will be provided.
  • Please include any relevant experience in your application to support the shortlisting process.

If you're a dedicated individual who takes pride in their work and is eager to contribute to a healthcare setting, apply now to become a valued member of our Facilities team!

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Catering Duties:

• Prepare, serve, and deliver meals for inpatients, ensuring food safety and strict adherence to hygiene policies, including HACCP standards.
• Assist with the preparation of salads, sandwiches, and other food items as needed.
• Ensure patient meals are organised, prepared, and placed in ward trolleys at the correct time for service.
• Clean, collect, and return all crockery, cutlery, and water jugs as required

Cleaning Duties:

• Clean and sanitise surfaces, floors, glass, ledges, and all sanitary areas to NHS standards.
• Empty, clean, and replenish waste bins; follow appropriate waste disposal procedures.
• Maintain and clean equipment, ensuring it is in safe and serviceable condition.
• Replace bed linens and consumables (paper towels, soap, toilet rolls) as needed to keep patient areas well-stocked and comfortable

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Additional Responsibilities:

• Wear the correct uniform and maintain a clean, professional appearance.
• Attend departmental meetings, complete necessary paperwork, and support the Trusts appraisal and personal development processes.
• Participate in ongoing training to maintain high standards of personal and professional development.
• Adopt a flexible approach to cover any Trust site as required to meet service needs.