Facilities Services Assistant; Team Leader

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.

In addition to carrying out operational duties, the post holder will provide informal leadership, day-to-day operational support and guidance to colleagues during the shift, acting as a point of contact in the absence of the Supervisor. The post holder has no formal supervisory or line management responsibility.

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.

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The main elements of the role are ensuring the delivery of general environmental cleaning on the wards including responsibility for the cleaning of all sanitary areas such as toilets, bathrooms, showers and sluice rooms. Daily and weekly cleaning of patient equipment.

• The daily cleaning of bays and side rooms, nurses’ station and other areas on a designated ward area as specified on the allocated daily work schedule.
• To ensure cleaning is carried out in accordance with National Specification for Cleanliness In The NHS (1) PAS 8 Cleanliness in Healthcare Facilities, the Trust Cleaning Policy, Patient Equipment Cleaning Policy and the agreed cleaning schedule.
• To terminally clean bed spaces & side rooms as required.
• To ensure that all alcohol gel dispensers (and if necessary aprons, gloves, paper towels and soap for hand hygiene) are replenished, thus contributing to the prevention of cross-infection from one patient to another.
• To replenish hand towels, toilet paper and hand soap supplies as required in order to maintain high standards of infection control.
• Emptying, cleaning and relining waste bins with appropriate coloured liner. Securing and placing them for disposal to ensure regulations for clinical and non-clinical waste (including compacting) are adhered to.
• Cleaning of internal glass and mirrors as detailed on the daily work schedule.
• To vacuum clean all carpeted floor surfaces and to static and damp mop all hard floor surfaces to ensure all areas are free from dust, dirt and grit.
• To clean and dry sanitary areas including WC's, wash hand basins, baths, showers, sinks and sluices (if present in work area).

hours, Week 1
- Monday & Tuesday- :

-:, Weds & Thurs- :

-:, Friday-Day off. Sat & Sun- :

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Week 2
- Monday & Tuesday-:

-:, Weds - Day off, Thurs & Friday- :

-:. Sat & Sun
- Day off

To be confirmed

on , 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.