About this role
Job summary
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN JOING OUR HOUSEKEEPING BANK STAFF
We have an exciting opportunity to recruit new bank staff working days Monday-Friday 0600 - 1400, 1400-2200 or Saturday-Sunday 0600-1400 / 1400-2200 to join our busy Housekeeping Department and cover annual leave and sickness.
We are also looking for Hostess people with catering background working 1000 - 1400 and 1600 - 2000
We are looking for individuals who are motivated and driven, who would enjoy working under pressure in a fast-paced Hospital environment.
If you have the relevant experience and knowledge of the cleaning industry and you are an effective communicator then we would like to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
PLEASE READ FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERSON SPECIFICATION
Work in a safe, courteous and confidential manner whilst following Trust Policy and associated Standard Operating Procedures relating to the task being carried out. Be in designated place of work from agreed shift start time to agreed shift end time.
To maintain a level of cleanliness and hygiene within your designated work area by following a planned schedule of work as well as making flexible alterations when required. Using electrical equipment safely to vacuum clean all floor surfaces.
Dust control mopping of hard floors. Collect designated mop bag and damp mop all hard floors; maintaining a safe environment for others by following a safe method of work.
Cleaning of furniture, fittings and equipment as outlined in the cleaning schedule. Preparation of appropriate cleaning materials and solutions including the dilution of products to the correct working level.
Clean and maintaining to a high standard all sanitary areas, fixtures and fittings. Clean kitchens, appliances and fittings in compliance with Food Hygiene Regulations.
About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Job description Job responsibilities
MAIN DUTIES AND TASKS CONTINUED: Please note for a specific detailed job description for this vacancy please see attached job description.
Prepare and serve patient beverages, collect wash and refill water jugs and wash drinking glasses. Empty waste containers including, clinical, household, glass and bottle waste; disposing of these at appropriate collection points in line with the Trust's waste disposal procedure. High dust fixtures and fittings out of normal reach using appropriate extendable equipment or by using access equipment such as step ladders.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
* Good General Education to Secondary School (E) * Basic Level of literacy & numeracy (E) * Ability to read and write English (E)
Desirable
* Food Safety Level 2 (D)
Experience Essential
* Able to work as a team member (E) * Dealing with the public and ability to work under pressure (E)
Desirable
* Experience working in the cleaning industry (D) * Previous NHS experience working in a similar role (D) * Catering experience (D)
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 Employer name University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Address Heartlands Hospital
Bordesley Green E
Birmingham
West Midlands
B9 5SS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)