• Job Description

  Req#: C9378-QA01358?language=en&page=40&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  1 x 20 hours per week

  An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 20 hour Healthcare Cleaning Operative post. The post holder is a member of the Facilities Team based in Housekeeping and Domestic Services and will be responsible for carrying out cleaning duties based in the community at our Folly Hall site. The post holder will report to the Housekeeping and Domestic Supervisors and the Housekeeping Manager. The role requires flexibility in approach to the duties.

  At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, we are unable to sponsor anyone for a skilled worker visa for this role.

  We are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all other applications.

  Main duties of the job

  The main duties of the role will be to clean all areas following the National Standards of Cleanliness, this includes signing off sheets to confirm the work has been completed.

  Work as a team and be able to prioritise your workload.

  All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.

  We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

  About us

  We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

  Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

  We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

  Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

  Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

  We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

  Details

  Date posted

  30 May 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 2

  Salary

  £23,615 a year

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Part-time, Flexible working

  Reference number

  C9378-QA01358

  Job locations

  Folly Hall Mills

  St Thomas Road

  Huddersfield

  HD1 3LT

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  JOB SUMMARY:

  The post holder will:

  Be part of a comprehensive domestic cleaning service at South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.

  Perform domestic duties including deep clean in line with National Cleaning Standards and Operational Procedures.

  Assist in the provision and maintenance of a high quality, customer responsive service by providing general linen service duties.

  1.1 KEY RESULT AREAS:

  To be responsible to a high standard of cleanliness in clinical areas, offices, public areas and external areas using the appropriate recognised cleaning methods.

  Responsible for advanced and deep cleaning projects including internal and external windows, carpets and high level dusting (dependant on work area)

  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 manufacturers instruction ensuring that it is in a good clean working order, reporting faults immediately to supervisor.

  Use the correct use of PPE appropriate to the area and task undertaken in line with Trust policies. Ensuring the colour coded equipment used is appropriate to the area and task undertaken.

  Change curtains on rotation or in the event of infection.

  Follow policy and run all water taps/showers in designated areas on a daily basis and record on checklist.

  Check 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.

  To have a good understanding of COSHH and to report any issues to your supervisor.

  Assist patients to feel at ease in the hospital environment, responding to directional requests, referring enquiries to the appropriate staff.

  Report any damaged furniture, fittings, equipment and decor to supervisor.

  Check and report out of date portable appliance testing dates to supervisor for rectification.

  Report any infestation sightings to the supervisor.

  Responsible for maintaining, rotating domestic stock levels, requesting stock for areas and ensuring safe storage.

  Ensure that all waste is correctly sorted into the appropriate waste streams, label and dispose of all waste streams from the ward/department, observing all relevant recycling policies and procedures and take to recognised designated points.

  Maintain and update paper based records and information as required, including but not limited to timesheets, cleaning rectification records etc.

  Respond to initial complaints, taking appropriate action as required.

  Perform assigned duties in the event of a major incident in line with Trust Policy.

  Ensure that the required National Standards of Cleanliness and hygiene are maintained, rectifying any defects.

  Operate and use equipment and various cleaning agents when safe to do so and having received full training to Trust/National Standards.

  Maintain all equipment in a clean condition, reporting any malfunctioning or broken equipment as appropriate.

  Maintain accurate documentation using appropriate documents/systems in accordance with local and Trust standards.

  Open and/or close unit, set alarm, check security of building as required.

  Communicate effectively with stakeholders (colleagues, patients, visitors, managers and other staff) especially when there are barriers to understanding, eg care of the confused patient, care of patients with forms of dementia, care of patients with behavioural problems.

  To maintain the cleanliness of the working environment to National Cleanliness Standards.

  To ensure the correct use of laundry bags with particular regard to soiled infectious linen and laundry (dependant on area of work).

  To receive, check, sort and distribute clean linen to wards and departments daily (dependant on area of work).

  To order stock and control linen levels so that adequate supplies are maintained as per laundry contract (dependant on area of work).

  Ensure quality inspections are maintained and recorded following deliveries of linen (dependant on area of work).

  Any other duties commensurate with this post.

  1.2 WORKING AS PART OF A TEAM:

  Work as an effective team member and support continued team development.

  Support the training of new and existing staff by demonstrating the use of equipment or procedures that you have been trained in.

  Actively engage in good team working to facilitate effective relationships with everyone.

  Ensure awareness of when and how to report untoward incidents and how to respond appropriately with patients or relatives complaints.

  1.3 MANAGING SELF:

  Participate in the Trust appraisal and personal development plan process by identifying your own development needs and agreeing development plans for these.

  Ensure your required mandatory and job specific training is kept up to date.

  Ensure your own actions support equality, diversity, rights and maintain quality.

  Respect the privacy and dignity of others whilst carrying out domestic duties.

  Maintain the safety of other peoples property.

  Any other duties that are commensurate with this post.

  1.4 FINANCIAL RESPONSIBLITY:

  This position has no financial responsibility.

  For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  JOB SUMMARY:

  The post holder will:

  Be part of a comprehensive domestic cleaning service at South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.

  Perform domestic duties including deep clean in line with National Cleaning Standards and Operational Procedures.

  Assist in the provision and maintenance of a high quality, customer responsive service by providing general linen service duties.

  1.1 KEY RESULT AREAS:

  To be responsible to a high standard of cleanliness in clinical areas, offices, public areas and external areas using the appropriate recognised cleaning methods.

  Responsible for advanced and deep cleaning projects including internal and external windows, carpets and high level dusting (dependant on work area)

  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 manufacturers instruction ensuring that it is in a good clean working order, reporting faults immediately to supervisor.

  Use the correct use of PPE appropriate to the area and task undertaken in line with Trust policies. Ensuring the colour coded equipment used is appropriate to the area and task undertaken.

  Change curtains on rotation or in the event of infection.

  Follow policy and run all water taps/showers in designated areas on a daily basis and record on checklist.

  Check 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.

  To have a good understanding of COSHH and to report any issues to your supervisor.

  Assist patients to feel at ease in the hospital environment, responding to directional requests, referring enquiries to the appropriate staff.

  Report any damaged furniture, fittings, equipment and decor to supervisor.

  Check and report out of date portable appliance testing dates to supervisor for rectification.

  Report any infestation sightings to the supervisor.

  Responsible for maintaining, rotating domestic stock levels, requesting stock for areas and ensuring safe storage.

  Ensure that all waste is correctly sorted into the appropriate waste streams, label and dispose of all waste streams from the ward/department, observing all relevant recycling policies and procedures and take to recognised designated points.

  Maintain and update paper based records and information as required, including but not limited to timesheets, cleaning rectification records etc.

  Respond to initial complaints, taking appropriate action as required.

  Perform assigned duties in the event of a major incident in line with Trust Policy.

  Ensure that the required National Standards of Cleanliness and hygiene are maintained, rectifying any defects.

  Operate and use equipment and various cleaning agents when safe to do so and having received full training to Trust/National Standards.

  Maintain all equipment in a clean condition, reporting any malfunctioning or broken equipment as appropriate.

  Maintain accurate documentation using appropriate documents/systems in accordance with local and Trust standards.

  Open and/or close unit, set alarm, check security of building as required.

  Communicate effectively with stakeholders (colleagues, patients, visitors, managers and other staff) especially when there are barriers to understanding, eg care of the confused patient, care of patients with forms of dementia, care of patients with behavioural problems.

  To maintain the cleanliness of the working environment to National Cleanliness Standards.

  To ensure the correct use of laundry bags with particular regard to soiled infectious linen and laundry (dependant on area of work).

  To receive, check, sort and distribute clean linen to wards and departments daily (dependant on area of work).

  To order stock and control linen levels so that adequate supplies are maintained as per laundry contract (dependant on area of work).

  Ensure quality inspections are maintained and recorded following deliveries of linen (dependant on area of work).

  Any other duties commensurate with this post.

  1.2 WORKING AS PART OF A TEAM:

  Work as an effective team member and support continued team development.

  Support the training of new and existing staff by demonstrating the use of equipment or procedures that you have been trained in.

  Actively engage in good team working to facilitate effective relationships with everyone.

  Ensure awareness of when and how to report untoward incidents and how to respond appropriately with patients or relatives complaints.

  1.3 MANAGING SELF:

  Participate in the Trust appraisal and personal development plan process by identifying your own development needs and agreeing development plans for these.

  Ensure your required mandatory and job specific training is kept up to date.

  Ensure your own actions support equality, diversity, rights and maintain quality.

  Respect the privacy and dignity of others whilst carrying out domestic duties.

  Maintain the safety of other peoples property.

  Any other duties that are commensurate with this post.

  1.4 FINANCIAL RESPONSIBLITY:

  This position has no financial responsibility.

  For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • BICSc qualification or willing to undertake and successfully complete within 12 months or equivalent experience at Level 2.

  Desirable

  • Good knowledge of Health and Safety.

  Physical Attributes

  Essential

  • A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
  • Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).

  Personal Attributes

  Essential

  • Presentable, polite with a friendly manner.
  • Caring approach.
  • Adaptable and flexible to the changing needs of the service.
  • Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
  • Approachable and diplomatic.
  • Ability to rectify cleaning standards in a timely manner.

  Training

  Essential

  • Experience of working within a customer focused environment.
  • Commitment to undertake relevant training commensurate to the job role.

  Experience

  Essential

  • Ability to work on own or in a team on a regular basis without direct supervision.
  • A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability) (if applicable to work area).

  Desirable

  • Knowledge of cleaning within a large setting or healthcare establishment.
  • Knowledge of the potential of cross contamination within a healthcare setting.

  Special Knowledge/Skills

  Essential

  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
  • Ability to communicate with service users who may have behavioural issues or sever communication difficulties.
  • Ability to plan your own work on a regular basis.
  • Able to understand written and spoken instructions.
  • Deal with day to day workloads linked to hygiene procedures and be able to follow written cleaning instructions.
  • Be able to use heavy equipment on a regular basis.
  • Knowledge of COSHH.
  • Handle hazardous cleaning chemicals on a regular basis.
  • Knowledge of infection control in the cleaning environment or be willing to be trained.
  • Ability to use cleaning tools and assemble / dismantle cleaning equipment.

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • BICSc qualification or willing to undertake and successfully complete within 12 months or equivalent experience at Level 2.

  Desirable

  • Good knowledge of Health and Safety.

  Physical Attributes

  Essential

  • A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
  • Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).

  Personal Attributes

  Essential

  • Presentable, polite with a friendly manner.
  • Caring approach.
  • Adaptable and flexible to the changing needs of the service.
  • Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
  • Approachable and diplomatic.
  • Ability to rectify cleaning standards in a timely manner.

  Training

  Essential

  • Experience of working within a customer focused environment.
  • Commitment to undertake relevant training commensurate to the job role.

  Experience

  Essential

  • Ability to work on own or in a team on a regular basis without direct supervision.
  • A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability) (if applicable to work area).

  Desirable

  • Knowledge of cleaning within a large setting or healthcare establishment.
  • Knowledge of the potential of cross contamination within a healthcare setting.

  Special Knowledge/Skills

  Essential

  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
  • Ability to communicate with service users who may have behavioural issues or sever communication difficulties.
  • Ability to plan your own work on a regular basis.
  • Able to understand written and spoken instructions.
  • Deal with day to day workloads linked to hygiene procedures and be able to follow written cleaning instructions.
  • Be able to use heavy equipment on a regular basis.
  • Knowledge of COSHH.
  • Handle hazardous cleaning chemicals on a regular basis.
  • Knowledge of infection control in the cleaning environment or be willing to be trained.
  • Ability to use cleaning tools and assemble / dismantle cleaning equipment.

  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

  South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

  Address

  Folly Hall Mills

  St Thomas Road

  Huddersfield

  HD1 3LT

  
  

  Employer's website

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

  Employer details

  Employer name

  South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

  Address

  Folly Hall Mills

  St Thomas Road

  Huddersfield

  HD1 3LT

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.southwestyorkshire.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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