Facilities Assistant in Nottingham inNottingham PUBLISHED TUE 11 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
Band 2: Competitive rates
PERMANENT
NO SPONSORSHIP
Job description
Job summary
The operational Divisions and service Directorates are supported by a range of corporate services. These ensure the efficient and effective operation of our core businesses and support the delivery of our performance and regulatory functions. All corporate services staff are specialists who use their professional skills to provide services across the Trust.Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.Successful applicants with no prior NHS
Experience
would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This
Salary
is below the minimum
Salary
required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://jobsincare.com/job/jns2B201XqE
Main duties of the job
Facilities Services is part of the Estates and Facilities Directorate, delivering in-house soft FM services within Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, across Nottinghamshire.We are looking to recruit a Facilities Assistant who will provide a clean, safe environment at Westminster House. The successful applicant will be responsible for providing a high quality service.
About us
#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment
Details
Date posted
11 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for changeBandBand 2
Salary
£24,465 a year per annum (pro rata for part-time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
186-1330-25-CS
Job location
sWestminster HouseThe Wells Road, MapperleyNottinghamNG3 6AA
Job description
Job responsibilities
The hours will be 15.00 hours per week, working Monday to Friday between the hours 7am to 10am. The successful applicant will be required to cover other areas when needed. The ability to work effectively and flexibly, both alone and as part of a team, maintaining a high standard of work will be essential.We have in-house training to help your personal development plans and will support you with all of your training.The benefits include:Enhanced rates for weekends and bank holidays!Excellent pensionIn-house training opportunitiesFantastic discounts for NHS staffPlease refer to the
Job description
and
Person Specification
for more information.Previous Applicants Need Not ApplyPlease note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from
Salary
following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your
Salary
over the first 2 months of employment.You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
Job description
Job description
and
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialAn understanding of cleanliness and good hygiene practicesDesirableRecognised catering, cleaning or support services qualificationTrainingEssentialAbility to undertake all mandatory training as required by the individual siteAbility to undertake any necessary skills and competency training required by the post
Experience
EssentialAble to carry out instructions as detailed in the
Job description
Desirable
Experience
or working within a catering, portering or cleaning environment
Experience
of working within healthcare environment which may include: a catering, cleaning or portering function.
Experience
of working within a food safety management system (HACCP)KnowledgeEssentialUnderstanding of commitment to the equality and diversity principlesBasic knowledge of Health and SafetyDesirableAn ability to demonstrate an understanding and commitment to Trust values Knowledge and awareness of special diets and allergensBasic understanding of infection controlUnderstanding of the responsibility relating to H&S at work and COSHHKnowledge of manual handlingKnowlwedge of NHS policy and proceduresBasic Knowledge of food safetySkillsEssentialGood communication skillsBasic numeracy and literacy skillsAbility to use own initiative to manage the requirements of the jobFlexible in managing own time and work dutiesAbility to work alone and as part of a teamValues and behavioursEssentialAll colleagues are expected to demonstrate at interview that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion TeamworkAll colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion as identified within the Trust's Equality and Diversity Policy and associated Equality, Diversity and Human Rights legislation
Contract
ual RequirementsEssentialShift flexibility may be required from time to time, including weekend and Bank Holidays Requirement to attend mandatory and job specific trainingComply to Personal Appearance Standards and Personal Protective Equipment (Staff Uniform)Dispositional attributesEssentialA good understanding of customer service i.e. caring, kind, able to hold a conversation with othersFriendly, courteous disposition Frequent requirement for standing for long periodsDesirablePerformance focused with the ability to operate within agreed performance standards
Person Specification
Job description
Desirable
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.Employer
Details
The operational Divisions and service Directorates are supported by a range of corporate services. These ensure the efficient and effective operation of our core businesses and support the delivery of our performance and regulatory functions. All corporate services staff are specialists who use their professional skills to provide services across the Trust.Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.Successful applicants with no prior NHS
Experience
would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This
Salary
is below the minimum
Salary
required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://jobsincare.com/job/jns2B201XqE
Main duties of the job
Facilities Services is part of the Estates and Facilities Directorate, delivering in-house soft FM services within Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, across Nottinghamshire.We are looking to recruit a Facilities Assistant who will provide a clean, safe environment at Westminster House. The successful applicant will be responsible for providing a high quality service.
About us
#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment
Details
Date posted
11 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for changeBandBand 2
Salary
£24,465 a year per annum (pro rata for part-time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
186-1330-25-CS
Job location
sWestminster HouseThe Wells Road, MapperleyNottinghamNG3 6AA
Job description
Job responsibilities
The hours will be 15.00 hours per week, working Monday to Friday between the hours 7am to 10am. The successful applicant will be required to cover other areas when needed. The ability to work effectively and flexibly, both alone and as part of a team, maintaining a high standard of work will be essential.We have in-house training to help your personal development plans and will support you with all of your training.The benefits include:Enhanced rates for weekends and bank holidays!Excellent pensionIn-house training opportunitiesFantastic discounts for NHS staffPlease refer to the
Job description
and
Person Specification
for more information.Previous Applicants Need Not ApplyPlease note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from
Salary
following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your
Salary
over the first 2 months of employment.You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
Job description
Job description
and
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialAn understanding of cleanliness and good hygiene practicesDesirableRecognised catering, cleaning or support services qualificationTrainingEssentialAbility to undertake all mandatory training as required by the individual siteAbility to undertake any necessary skills and competency training required by the post
Experience
EssentialAble to carry out instructions as detailed in the
Job description
Desirable
Experience
or working within a catering, portering or cleaning environment
Experience
of working within healthcare environment which may include: a catering, cleaning or portering function.
Experience
of working within a food safety management system (HACCP)KnowledgeEssentialUnderstanding of commitment to the equality and diversity principlesBasic knowledge of Health and SafetyDesirableAn ability to demonstrate an understanding and commitment to Trust values Knowledge and awareness of special diets and allergensBasic understanding of infection controlUnderstanding of the responsibility relating to H&S at work and COSHHKnowledge of manual handlingKnowlwedge of NHS policy and proceduresBasic Knowledge of food safetySkillsEssentialGood communication skillsBasic numeracy and literacy skillsAbility to use own initiative to manage the requirements of the jobFlexible in managing own time and work dutiesAbility to work alone and as part of a teamValues and behavioursEssentialAll colleagues are expected to demonstrate at interview that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion TeamworkAll colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion as identified within the Trust's Equality and Diversity Policy and associated Equality, Diversity and Human Rights legislation
Contract
ual RequirementsEssentialShift flexibility may be required from time to time, including weekend and Bank Holidays Requirement to attend mandatory and job specific trainingComply to Personal Appearance Standards and Personal Protective Equipment (Staff Uniform)Dispositional attributesEssentialA good understanding of customer service i.e. caring, kind, able to hold a conversation with othersFriendly, courteous disposition Frequent requirement for standing for long periodsDesirablePerformance focused with the ability to operate within agreed performance standards
Person Specification
Job description
Desirable
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.Employer
Details
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To work as a Facilities Assistant in the UK, you will need a mix of technical, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Here are some key skills that are often required:
1. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with colleagues, contractors, and service users.
2. Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and keep track of multiple projects and responsibilities.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Quickly identifying issues and determining practical solutions related to facilities management.
4. Technical Skills: Basic knowledge of building systems, maintenance procedures, and health and safety regulations is important. Familiarity with relevant tools and equipment is also beneficial.
5. IT Skills: Proficiency in standard office software (such as Microsoft Office) and possibly facilities management software.
6. Customer Service Skills: Being approachable and responsive to the needs of staff and visitors, ensuring a positive experience within the facility.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with a team and collaborate with various departments or service providers.
8. Attention to Detail: Being thorough and careful in tasks such as maintaining records, managing inventories, and overseeing maintenance work.
9. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle a variety of tasks and respond to changing priorities as needed.
10. Health and Safety Knowledge: Understanding of health and safety regulations and practices to ensure a safe working environment.
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