• Job Description

  Req#: C9152-25-0328?language=en&page=972&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  This exciting new position has created an opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic Facilities Supervisor to join our team.

  You will be based at Westminster Memorial Hospital in Shaftesbury and will manage the day to day running of the cleaning team, supporting services on site and our outside units.

  The position is for 21 hours weekdays - : the shift pattern will be shifts to suit the needs of the service, flexibility can be offered to the successful applicant.

  Employment in this post requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

  Applicants will need a full UK driving Licence

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

  Main duties of the job

  The successful applicant will be knowledgeable in hospital cleaning processes and have an awareness and understanding of Infection Prevention Control and COSHH.

  You should be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the expectations of a hospital cleaning service and ideally have experience in a similar Supervisor role.

  Duties will be interesting andvaried to include,

  A clear understanding of the hospital cleaning service and the standards required, regarding infection control.

  Day to day Supervision of the domestic team

  Carrying out cleaning audits, pre-planned maintenance to include floor scrubbing, radiators etc, rota planning, and other office-based work as requested via a computer system

  Ward work supporting the team during periods of annual leave, vacancies and sickness with a "hands on approach"

  Staff training and mentoring

  Contact with Trust staff in regard to any domestic cleaning issue

  About us

  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.

  Details

  Date posted

  30 April 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 3

  Salary

  £13,790 to £14,377 a year p.a.

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Part-time

  Reference number

  152-S009.25

  Job locations

  Westminster Memorial Hospital

  Magdalene Lane

  Shaftesbury

  SP7 8BD

  
  

  Job description

  Job 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 Princes 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 dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

  Job description

  Job 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 Princes 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 dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

  Person Specification

  Knowledge, skills & training

  Essential

  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience in relevant area.
  • Hygiene certificate

  Job Specific experience

  Essential

  • Previous experience of working within a comparable role.
  • Demonstrated awareness and compliance with health and safety legislation
  • Understanding of COSHH

  Managerial / Supervisory exp

  Essential

  • Previous experience of providing day to day supervision to staff

  Personal qualities/attributes

  Essential

  • Good verbal and written communication skills.

  Additional requirements

  Essential

  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.

  Person Specification

  Knowledge, skills & training

  Essential

  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience in relevant area.
  • Hygiene certificate

  Job Specific experience

  Essential

  • Previous experience of working within a comparable role.
  • Demonstrated awareness and compliance with health and safety legislation
  • Understanding of COSHH

  Managerial / Supervisory exp

  Essential

  • Previous experience of providing day to day supervision to staff

  Personal qualities/attributes

  Essential

  • Good verbal and written communication skills.

  Additional requirements

  Essential

  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.

  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

  Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Westminster Memorial Hospital

  Magdalene Lane

  Shaftesbury

  SP7 8BD

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Westminster Memorial Hospital

  Magdalene Lane

  Shaftesbury

  SP7 8BD

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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