About this role
Job summary
To work as part of our friendly team supporting the Practice, performing cleaning and housekeeping duties in clinical, non-clinical and public areas of the premises. This role is for 12.5 hours per week.
Main duties of the job
To clean in accordance with the standards, schedule and training provided
To use cleaning products and techniques in accordance with training and COSHH guidelines
To take correct precautions to minimise risk
To maintain accurate records
To attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required
To follow Infection Prevention and Control guidelines
Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post
About us
The main Practice is located in Whitby and has a branch site in Robin Hoods Bay. We have around 13,500 patients.
Currently there are 3 partners supported by a team of several salaried GP's, Advanced Care Practitioners, Nurse Prescribers and Practice Nurses, HCA's, Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, a dispensing team, Care Coordinators and a committed admin and management team.
We have been rated Good by CQC.
The practice is a very desirable place to work with a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere. It is very important to the partners that this is maintained and developed.
There is a good social aspect to the team with several events throughout the year including a staff Christmas party.
Job description Job responsibilities
To clean in accordance with the standards, schedule and training provided
To use cleaning products and techniques in accordance with training and COSHH guidelines
To take correct precautions to minimise risk
To maintain accurate records
To attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required
To follow Infection Prevention and Control guidelines
Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Good general education Adequate numeracy and literacy
Desirable
Infection Prevention & Control training Health & Safety Awareness COSHH Awareness BICSc modules
Knowledge Desirable
Health and Safety, COSHH Awareness Understanding of cleaning standards within a healthcare setting Knowledge of cleaning techniques Experience of working in a team environment
Experience Essential
Experience of a range of cleaning tasks, ideally in a professional setting
Attributes and qualities Essential
Reliable, responsible, flexible. Ability to work at the desired times. Willingness to complete mandatory training. Good communication skills. Ability to follow instructions and meet deadlines. Ability to work without direct supervision.
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 Whitby Group Practice
Address Whitby Group Practice- GP Surgery
Spring Vale Medical Centre
Rievaulx Road
Whitby
North Yorkshire
YO21 1SD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://whitbygrouppractice.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)