Cleaner - Long Term Sickness

Are you passionate about creating clean, safe environments? Do you want to make a meaningful difference in a healthcare setting? We are currently recruiting for a Domestic Cleaner to join our client within the public services sector.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in protecting patients, staff, and visitors by maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and infection prevention.

Start Date:

ASAP
Duration: 3 months, with strong potential for extension and temporary to permanent opportunities

Location:

Swindon
Pay Rate: 12.71 per hour

Hours:

28 hours per week
Shift Pattern: 7:00am - 3:00pm, 4 days on, 4 days off

As a Domestic Cleaner, you will be responsible for maintaining a hygienic, safe, and welcoming hospital environment. Your work will directly support patient care and help reduce the risk of healthcare-associated infections.

Cleaning Duties

• Carry out daily cleaning tasks including mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and surface sanitisation.
• Clean wards, corridors, toilets, waiting areas, treatment rooms, and other hospital departments.
• Complete scheduled deep cleans, including isolation rooms and high-risk areas.
• Use approved cleaning equipment and products safely and effectively.

Infection Prevention and Control

• Follow strict infection control procedures and cleaning standards.
• Ensure high-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected regularly.
• Apply correct cleaning methods within clean and dirty zones.
• Use colour-coded cleaning materials to prevent cross-contamination.

Health and Safety

• Work in accordance with COSHH and Health and Safety regulations.
• Wear and dispose of PPE appropriately.
• Report any hazards, incidents, or concerns to your supervisor promptly.

Teamwork and Communication

• Work closely with ward staff and healthcare teams.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and supervisors.
• Maintain a professional and respectful approach when working around patients and visitors.

Essential

• Previous cleaning experience within healthcare or a similar environment.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Understanding of Health and Safety procedures.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Desirable

• Level 2 Cleaning Support Services qualification.
• Experience working in infection control environments.
• Knowledge of healthcare cleaning standards.

• Strong attention to detail.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Reliable and trustworthy.
• Ability to follow procedures accurately.
• A patient-focused and positive attitude.

• Make a real difference in a healthcare environment.
• Join a supportive and dedicated team.
• Gain valuable experience within the public sector.
• Benefit from potential contract extensions and permanent opportunities.

If you take pride in delivering high standards of cleanliness and want to contribute to a safer healthcare environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply today.

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