University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Bank Housekeeping Operative
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Job Summary
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN JOINING 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 a 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, Tasks & Skills Required
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.
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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
MAIN DUTIES AND TASKS CONTINUED: Please note for a specific detailed job description for this vacancy, please see the 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.
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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.
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Wendy Lamey
Pay scheme
Other
Band
Salary
£10.42 to £15.11 Hourly
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Part-Time, Full-Time, Flexible Working
Reference number
304-BANKHOUSEOP26
Job locations
Heartlands Hospital
Bordesley Green E
Birmingham
West Midlands
B9 5SS
Attachments
- Job Description
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