Cleaner inSaltburn-by-the-Sea inSaltburn-by-the-Sea PUBLISHED MON 16 DEC 2024

The following are the core responsibilities of the cleaner.

To maintain cleaning standards using the recognised quality control procedures as detailed within the National standards of healthcare cleanliness 2021

For auditing purposes, to maintain robust cleaning records to detail activity

To follow the cleaning schedule as promulgated in the Cleaning standards and schedule policy

To ensure that the correct cleaning methods are observed

To use cleaning equipment in a safe and effective manner, adhering to manufacturers instructions

To replenish all consumable items (hand towels, toilet roll etc.) as required

To remove general waste in accordance with the Waste Management Policy and in consideration of the organisations Environmental and Sustainability Policy

Always adhere to the colour coding system for cleaning equipment, seeking appropriate guidance if required

Ensure all cleaning materials are stored in a safe and secure manner, adhering to COSHH, HASAW and other legislative acts and guidance

To undertake legionella flushing of systems within the organisation

To maintain communication and report any faulty equipment or defects to the Operational Manager as soon as practically possible

Participate in cleanliness audits and follow audit action plans to rectify any identified areas for improvement.

To ensure that the standard of cleanliness within the organisation is implemented and maintained ensuring a clean environment for patient care in accordance with the National Standards for Healthcare Cleanliness 2021. Detailed information relating to the expected standards are contained within the Cleaning Standards and Schedule Policy.

A schedule of cleaning has been added to each area throughout the organisation. The Cleaner is to maintain detailed records of activity for regular and robust cleaning audits.

To correctly dispose of waste in accordance with the Waste Management Policy whilst also considering the organisations obligations as detailed within the Environmental and Sustainability Policy.

To maintain good communications with the operational manager

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The following are the core responsibilities of the cleaner:

To maintain cleaning standards using the recognised quality control procedures as detailed within the National standards of healthcare cleanliness 2021.

For auditing purposes, to maintain robust cleaning records to detail activity

To follow the cleaning schedule as promulgated in the Cleaning standards and schedule policy.

To ensure that the correct cleaning methods are observed.

To use cleaning equipment in a safe and effective manner, adhering to manufacturers instruction.

To replenish all consumable items (hand towels, toilet roll etc.) as required

To remove general waste in accordance with the Waste Management Policy and in consideration of the organisations Environmental and Sustainability Policy

Always adhere to the colour coding system for cleaning equipment, seeking appropriate guidance if required

Ensure all cleaning materials are stored in a safe and secure manner, adhering to COSHH, HASAW and other legislative acts and guidance

To undertake legionella flushing of systems within the organisation

To maintain communication and report any faulty equipment or defects to the Operational Manager as soon as practically possible

Participate in cleanliness audits and follow audit action plans to rectify any identified areas for improvement

Secondary responsibilities

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Cleaner may be requested to:

Partake in general audits as directed by the audit lead

Support new members of staff as required

Support other members of staff as requested