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    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Lancaster

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  • You need no experience, as full training is provided. Must maintain cleanliness, plan cleaning with staff, ensure safety, operate equipment, report faults, and follow safety guidelines.
  • You will maintain cleanliness in clinical and public areas, operate cleaning equipment, plan cleaning programs, conduct deep cleans, and ensure compliance with safety and chemical guidelines.

Requirements

  • No experience necessary
  • Full training will be given and uniform provided
  • To be responsible for a high standard of cleanliness in Clinical areas, public areas and external areas using the appropriate recognised cleaning methods
  • Responsible for identifying areas to be cleaned
  • Plan and organise a cleaning programme with relevant ward or departmental staff
  • Ensure Patient, Staff and Visitor safety is not compromised
  • Operating cleaning equipment, machinery in accordance with manufacturer’s instruction
  • Ensure that it is in a good clean working order
  • Reporting faults immediately to supervisor
  • Undertake deep clean/isolation cleans following national and local guidelines
  • Carry out spot cleaning to ensure spillages and incidents are dealt with swiftly and efficiently
  • Supported by Clinical staff as appropriate
  • To adhere to all relevant COSHH assessments and Safety Data sheets when preparing, using and disposing of cleaning chemicals

Responsibilities

  • To be responsible for a high standard of cleanliness in Clinical areas, public areas and external areas using the appropriate recognised cleaning methods.
  • Responsible for identifying areas to be cleaned, plan and organise a cleaning programme with relevant ward or departmental staff, ensuring Patient, Staff and Visitor safety is not compromised.
  • Operating cleaning equipment, machinery in accordance with manufacturer’s instruction ensuring that it is in a good clean working order, reporting faults immediately to supervisor.
  • Undertake deep clean/isolation cleans following national and local guidelines.
  • Carry out spot cleaning to ensure spillages and incidents are dealt with swiftly and efficiently, supported by Clinical staff as appropriate.
  • To adhere to all relevant COSHH assessments and Safety Data sheets when preparing, using and disposing of cleaning chemicals.

FAQs

What are the working hours for this Domestic Assistant position?

The role is a 15 hour vacancy, with shifts on Saturdays and Sundays from 07:00 to 15:00.

Is previous experience required for this role?

No experience is necessary, as full training will be provided.

Will I receive a uniform for this job?

Yes, a uniform will be provided.

What kind of benefits does the Trust offer to its employees?

The Trust offers a competitive salary, additional payments for working weekends and evenings, maternity and paternity leave, occupational sick pay, annual leave, flexible working, and an occupational pension scheme.

What are the main responsibilities of a Domestic Assistant?

A Domestic Assistant is responsible for maintaining a high standard of cleanliness in clinical areas, public areas, and external areas, operating cleaning equipment and machinery, undertaking deep cleans, carrying out spot cleaning, and adhering to relevant health and safety guidelines.

Who can I contact for further information about this job?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Bonnie Brocklebank, Assistant Patient Services Manager, at bonnie.brocklebank@mbht.nhs.uk or by telephone at 01524 512234.

Which hospitals will I be working at?

You may be working at any of the three main hospitals: Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), or Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as several community healthcare premises.

What cleaning standards will I need to adhere to?

You will need to follow national and local guidelines for cleaning, including COSHH assessments and Safety Data sheets when preparing, using, and disposing of cleaning chemicals.

Will I have support while performing my cleaning duties?

Yes, you will be supported by clinical staff as appropriate, especially when carrying out spot cleaning and handling spillages.

What safety measures are in place regarding the cleaning equipment used?

You will be expected to operate cleaning equipment and machinery according to the manufacturer's instructions and ensure it is in good working order, reporting any faults to your supervisor immediately.

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Mission & Purpose

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust (UHMBT) delivers comprehensive healthcare services across the Morecambe Bay area, including acute, elective, and emergency care. Their ultimate mission is to provide outstanding, compassionate care to improve the health and well-being of their community. Their purpose is to ensure high-quality treatment and support, promote health and wellness, and continuously enhance patient experiences through excellence in clinical practice and innovation.