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Job summary

Main area
Facilities
Grade
Band 2
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Part time - 17.5 hours per week
Job ref
152-S197.24
Employer
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Sentinel House
Town
Poole
Salary
£11,278 pa
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
17/04/2025 23:59

Employer heading

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust logo

Cleaner

Band 2

 

 

Job overview

Dorset HealthCare are looking for a cleaner to join the friendly Facilities team, based at Sentinel House, Nuffield Industrial Estate.  

The cleaner role includes general cleaning duties of all areas within the site. We are looking for a reliable and motivated individual to join our supportive team. Training is provided as part of your role and all uniform is supplied.

This role is a part time role Monday to Friday 3.5 hours per day (17.5 hours per week). These hours can be flexible and either worked in the morning or evening, i.e.  16.00-19.30 or 07.00 - 10.30

This role involves working autonomously, and will require a conscientious, hard working, focussed individual  with a flexible approach, good communication skills and the ability to use your own initiative.

Good pay rates, 27 day annual leave per year to start plus BH and weekend enhancements if required

For any further information please contact Lynsey Gould on 07717 361630

Main duties of the job

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

To support the Facilities Manager in their role and to ensure that the standard of cleanliness within the Trust is implemented and
maintained.

Main duties will include vacuuming, mopping, general cleaning/damp dusting, cleaning bathrooms, toilets, emptying bins, and responsible for the cleaning of the coffee machine.

As part of your cleaning role, you will be expected to clean to a high standard. Training is provided as well as ongoing support within a team environment.

Uniform will be provided and we also offer generous annual leave entitlement as well as a pension scheme.

Employment in this post requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Recommend a friend or family member and earn cash!

Do you have a friend or family member you would recommend to join us? Or do you know someone who wants to return to practice in the NHS? If the person you refer is appointed by the Trust and completes their probationary period you will receive £500 reward payment for the introduction!  Please contact the recruitment team if you require further info!
This will be reviewed and will update you if anything changes.

Working for our organisation

At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people. 

We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities. 

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves. 

Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do. 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification.  When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Prince’s Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact [email protected]

Person specification

Job specific experience

Essential criteria
  • Team player and ability to work on own initiative
  • Well-developed skills in communicating with colleagues
Desirable criteria
  • Knowledge of COSHH and Health and safety
  • NVQ Level 1 / 2 in Housekeeping
  • Knowledge of infection control

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential criteria
  • knowledge of stock control
  • previous experience in a similar role

additional requirements

Essential criteria
  • Basic IT skills
  • Evidence of demonstrating the trusts values and behaviours
  • Skills in written and spoken English
Desirable criteria
  • Health & Safety Certificate

Personal Qualities

Essential criteria
  • Able to prioritise workload
  • Good communication skills

Employer certification / accreditation badges

National Interim Quality MarkNHS Pastoral Care Quality AwardModern Slavery ActApprenticeships logoNo smoking policyAge positiveInvestors in PeopleImproving working livesArmed Forces Covenant (Silver Award)Mindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Disability confident employerCare quality commission - OutstandingPrince's Trust - Proud to support the Prince's trust - Youth can do itStep into healthHappy to Talk Flexible WorkingArmed Forces Covenant

Applicant requirements

This post will require a submission for Disclosure to be made to check for any unspent criminal convictions.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
lynsey gould
Job title
Facilities Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
07707361630
Additional information

 Toot Carney-Smith

Facilities Area manager 07818 588684

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