About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead the day to day operations of the busy facilities team at Carlton Clinic and Furndene and community sites in Cumbria. Services managed include catering, cafe, domestic, linen, portering and reception.
The successful candidate will ideally have a proven track record of achievement within the facilities field.
Main duties of the job
Each of our sites has a broad range of services which makes this role varied and interesting. You'll oversee our domestic teams, catering and operation of our cafs, portering, transport, waste, switchboard, receptions, . You'll look after service delivery and quality improvement but also deal with day to day issues as they arise.
About us
NTW Solutions Limited is proud to provide services to the NHS. We keep hospitals clean and patients fed and we keep buildings running and grounds tidy. Our digital teams support the vital systems the NHS relies on, our pharmacy team ensures patients get the medicine they need, and our workforce team recruits people onto the frontline. We transcribe thousands of important medical letters, provide a lease car service to keep people on the move, and ensure suppliers are paid on time.
We are dedicated to being a great inclusive place to work. We provide a wide range of benefits including a good rate of pay and pension and an extensive range of discounts. We care about health and wellbeing and offer a range of support for the people who work here.
We believe everyone has potential and welcome applications from people from a culturally diverse background, those who are LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, anyone who is unemployed or has been out of work for a period of time, or those who have served in our armed forces.
We were set up by Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust to provide support services. As a limited company we have built a commercial ethos onto our NHS values and now provide our services to other NHS organisations and beyond.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Pay: Band B (£21.08 per hour)
There is potential to earn more, with enhancements offered for weekend work and on-call duties. Please get in touch to find out more.
We welcome your application.
Please note that all jobs will be appointed on the NTW Solutions Limited terms and conditions (not NHS/A4C terms).
If you currently work for NTW Solutions on AfC terms and conditions, you will be given the choice to retain these or move onto NTW Solutions terms and conditions. Please note that the above advertised salary will not apply if you choose to remain on AfC.
Anyone currently paying into the NHS Pension scheme will be able to retain this.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
A Higher National Certificate (HNC) in a Facilities Management subject or an equivalent technical qualification in a related field. Advanced Food Hygiene Certificate or Diploma or will be required to obtain one within first 6 months of appointment
Desirable
Appropriate management qualification to CMS or DMS level
Skills and Knowledge Essential
Knowledge of facilities management including the legislative and statutory environment People management and leadership skills with an ability to motivate and control a large multi-skilled workforce and manage change. In-depth knowledge of Food Hygiene Legislation, Health and Safety, COSHH and Risk Assessment is required. A practical and in-depth appreciation of Hazard Analysis/Risk Assessments Training, delivery, communication and assessment skills. Good communication skills for dealing with staff, patients and public, including report writing High level of literacy and numeracy skills
Experience Essential
Experience of managing facilities services and working in compliance with health and safety legislation in relation to Facilities services Experience in managing staff groups and teams
Desirable
Experience of quality control systems Worked in a facilities service within a healthcare setting
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 NTW Solutions Limited
Address Cumbria and Ferndene
Carlisle
CA1 3SX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.ntwsolutions.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)