• Job Description

  Req#: C9201-25-0618?language=en&page=687&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  The purpose of the post is: To provide a complete level of ancillary service to the Clinical Unit/Ward Manager. This is a key post, vital to maintaining the Organisation's hygiene and control of infections

  This is a part time post covering a 7-day roster to include evening, weekend and Bank Holiday working.

  Please note: If you need sponsorship, please check the requirements for a Certificate of Sponsorship on the gov.uk website to see if you're eligible before applying.

  Main duties of the job

  o Responsibility for cleanliness of establishment in line with Standards of Quality Control.o Responsible for receipting goods and checking for/reporting errors.o Control use of stocks in absence of G.S.A Supervisor, marking as necessary.o Accountability for all keys/equipment issued or used in the course of duty.o Responsibility for reporting breakdowns, security and adhering to PCH policies and procedures.o To undertake all General Services Assistant duties and maintain a professional and hygienic appearance.o Awareness of Health and Safety legislation and COSHH.o Ability to follow instructions and use equipment provided following training.o To be helpful, courteous and kind to colleagues, staff, patients and the general public alike.o To be aware of patients' dignity and privacy needs at all times and act appropriately.o Awareness of hospital/ward/unit procedures.o To undertake duties within kitchen areas as requested and trained to do so.o Portering duties as and when required

  About us

  We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

  We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

  Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.

  We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.

  Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.

  Details

  Date posted

  23 June 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 2

  Salary

  £24,169 a year Pro Rata

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Part-time

  Reference number

  201-25-295-A

  Job locations

  St Austell Community Hospital

  Porthpean Road

  St Austell

  PL26 6AA

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

  Person Specification

  Knowledge & abilities

  Essential

  • Awarness of Health & Safety legislation
  • Awarness of COSHH

  Skills & Apptitude

  Essential

  • Ability to carry out cleaning tasks to a high standard
  • Basic IT skills
  • Good communication skills

  Education / Qualifications

  Essential

  • Good basic level of ability in Maths and English
  • Experience of working in a care setting
  • Experience of preparing and serving meals for a range of clients with different dietary requirements

  Desirable

  • NVQ Level 2 equivalent qualification / experience

  Person Specification

  Knowledge & abilities

  Essential

  • Awarness of Health & Safety legislation
  • Awarness of COSHH

  Skills & Apptitude

  Essential

  • Ability to carry out cleaning tasks to a high standard
  • Basic IT skills
  • Good communication skills

  Education / Qualifications

  Essential

  • Good basic level of ability in Maths and English
  • Experience of working in a care setting
  • Experience of preparing and serving meals for a range of clients with different dietary requirements

  Desirable

  • NVQ Level 2 equivalent qualification / experience

  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

  Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  St Austell Community Hospital

  Porthpean Road

  St Austell

  PL26 6AA

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  St Austell Community Hospital

  Porthpean Road

  St Austell

  PL26 6AA

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/ (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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