About this role
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Support Worker to join our Community team on a part time, Permanent basis. This position is well-suited to a reliable and flexible person who is looking to gain experience in a healthcare setting.
The ideal candidate will have general knowledge of the role and the local area.
This role is subject to Standard DBS disclosure.
Main duties of the job
Job Role:
Daily routine maintenance of fleet vehicles, complete regular safety checklist and reporting of any faults to department manager. Provides a support service to open and close multiple Community premises in a timely manner, undertaking and recording the necessary Health and Safety inspections to ensure that the premises are safe for the public and staff to use. Carries out an external inspection of the building including the car park, identifying any graffiti, broken glass, and vandalism, taking action or reporting repairs if necessary Works flexibly between premises to respond to requests to attend for ad-hoc support such as deliveries, contractors and alarm activations. Works as part of a team, undertaking domestic duties as directed by the Building Coordinator or Facilities Supervisor which include cleaning, moving furniture and waste removal. Works with the Building Coordinator to ensure that the agreed delivery standards and KPIs for the service are met. Actively works to prevent fraud and ensures that resources are used economically, efficiently and effectivel Qualifications, Experience and Skills:
Full, clean UK Driving Licence Good general education Able to work as part of a team Able to prepare, use, clean and store equipment, tools and materials Aware of safe systems of transporting items Able to follow schedules and procedures within work area
About us
Integrated Facilities Management (iFM) Bolton Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of Bolton NHS Foundation Trust. We provide facilities management services at the Royal Bolton Hospital and the surrounding community health centres. Most inpatients will come into contact with iFM Bolton staff during their stay through our various services.
Our company is one built with local people at the heart of everything we do. Our services ensure the smooth running of the health care services within the community of Bolton. Our colleagues are dedicated professionals who share a passion to provide the best service possible. If you want to work for a company that makes a difference, supports the local community and is the backbone of vital services within healthcare, then look no further.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from candidates with a disability and commit to interview these candidates if their application meets the minimum criteria for the role - just tell us when applying.
Job description Job responsibilities
For full details regarding this role please view the job description and person specification attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Good General Education Full, Clean, UK Driving Licence
Desirable
NVQ Level 2
Experience Essential
Able to work as part of a team Able to give constructive views and ideas on improving the service
Desirable
Previous work in similar role
Skills Essential
Able to follow schedules and procedures within work area Able to accurately report and record work activities according to Trust procedures Able to prepare, use, clean, and store equipment, tools and materials Aware of safe systems of transporting items Accountable for working within own limits
Desirable
Awareness of cleaning process and procedures
Knowledge Essential
General Knowledge of the role and ability to act in a way that is consistent with policies and procedures Knowledge of local area and operational processes in the community premises Identifies and assesses the potential risks involved in work activities and processes for self and others
Desirable
Knowledge of Health and Safety, Infection Control and COSHH
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Bolton NHS Foundation Trust
Address Avondale Health Centre
Bolton
BL1 4JP
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.boltonft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)