Facilities Assistant

Overview

Go back Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 16 February 2026

To work as part of the Facilities Services Team within the Community Hospitals to carry out a range of duties associated with the provision of professional cleaning and patient support activities including providing the patient meal service (breakfast, lunch and supper).

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

To contribute to the maintenance of a hygienic and clean environment for patients, staff and visitors to ensure the highest standards are met at all times. At all times the position demands the respect for patient privacy, dignity and confidentiality.

The post holder is expected to comply with Trust Infection Control Policies and conduct their self at all times in such a manner as to minimise the risk of healthcare associated infection.

You will need to be passionate about cleanliness and keen to ensure our patients receive good quality food and beverage services. You should be prepared to be flexible and enthusiastic with a real desire to provide the best possible environment for our patients and visitors.

We are looking for individuals who enjoy working as part of a team but feel happy and confident enough to take on challenges and to work unsupervised when required.

Although previous hospital experience is not essential you should have a keen eye for detail and be able to demonstrate previous experience in a cleaning or food service environment.

Working Pattern: 15 hours per week. Week 1:
Mon- 16:00-20:00, Tues Day off, Wed & Thurs- 07:00-11:00, Fri, Sat & Sun
- Day off.
Week 2:
Mon-07:00-11:00, Tues-14:00-20:00, Wed
- Day off, Thurs-16:00-20:00

Interview Date: To be confirmed

For further information please contact: Kayleigh Bristow, Assistant community facilities manager-  

This is a fixed term contract until 29/08/2026. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

As an inclusive employer
, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary and benefits

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description
• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

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.