ACMH Ward Cleaner

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust; Steeton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced rates of pay

NHS Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee benefits and training

Job summary

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an ACMW Ward Cleaner to join our Estates and Facilities Team in a part-time, rota-based role. You will uphold high cleanliness standards, follow infection control procedures, and contribute to a safe, welcoming hospital environment.

The role offers training and development opportunities, progression pathways, enhanced pay rates, and inclusion in the NHS Pension Scheme. Right to work in the UK essential; sponsorship not offered for this post.

Qualifications

• COSHH understanding and safe working practices.
• Level 2 Certificate in Food Safety (or willing to work towards during probation).
• Allergen Level 2 Certification (or willing to work towards during probation).
• NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent experience.
• NVQ Level 1 in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent experience or willing to work towards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness standards in line with the National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness 2021.
• Carry out general cleaning duties across designated areas.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures at all times.
• Use and store cleaning materials and equipment safely.
• Adhere to safe working practices and local policies.
• Work to established cleaning schedules and service standards.
• Undertake damp dusting, vacuuming, mopping and carpet cleaning.
• Complete bed base cleaning in accordance with procedures.
• Change curtains in line with organisational guidelines.
• Carry out and record cleanliness audits.
• Maintain adequate stock levels of cleaning materials and supplies.
• Monitor and order linen as required.
• Complete and record water flushing duties.
• Dispose of waste safely and appropriately.
• Report maintenance issues and repair requirements promptly.

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent experience

NVQ Level 1 in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent experience or willing to work towards

Job description

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust

ACMH Ward Cleaner

The closing date is 15 November 2026

We are seeking to recruit a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Estates and Facilities Team in a part-time cleaning role. If you take pride in maintaining high standards and enjoy working independently, this could be the opportunity for you.

Are you looking for part-time work on a rota basis?

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and SundayWeek 2: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

Could you be our next team member?

• Do you want to work for the NHS in a role where you can use your initiative?
• Are you committed to delivering high standards of cleanliness and maintaining a safe, welcoming environment?
• Would you like to be part of a friendly and supportive team?

We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our diverse and inclusive workforce. In return, we offer excellent training and development opportunities, career progression pathways, enhanced rates of pay, membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, Blue Light Card discounts, and a wide range of additional employee benefits.

Salary: NHS AfC Band 2Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 15th November 26

Shortlisting Date: W/C 16th November 26

Interview Date: TBC

Main duties of the job

• Maintain cleanliness standards in line with the National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness 2021.
• Carry out general cleaning duties across designated areas.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures at all times.
• Use and store cleaning materials and equipment safely.
• Adhere to safe working practices and local policies.
• Work to established cleaning schedules and service standards.
• Undertake damp dusting, vacuuming, mopping and carpet cleaning.
• Complete bed base cleaning in accordance with procedures.
• Change curtains in line with organisational guidelines.
• Carry out and record cleanliness audits.
• Maintain adequate stock levels of cleaning materials and supplies.
• Monitor and order linen as required.
• Complete and record water flushing duties.
• Dispose of waste safely and appropriately.
• Report maintenance issues and repair requirements promptly.
• Carry a personal alarm in designated areas when required.
• Complete timesheets accurately and on time.
• Raise any non-compliance or health and safety concerns with the line manager.
• Complete all mandatory and role-specific training requirements.
• Undertake additional duties as required to meet service and organisational needs.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship set by the Home Office and the skilled worker visa occupation list.

If you are currently a visa holder and your visa status expires, we may be required to terminate your employment in compliance with immigration regulations.

About us

Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -

We Care - We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference

We Listen - We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs

We Deliver - We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners

We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefitsincluding :

Increase mileage rates for >4500

A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages

A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities

Plusmany more.

We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported toparticipatein training and toidentifyand implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.

Job responsibilities

Right to Work in the UK

Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.

Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.

Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.

As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.

Right to Work in the UK

Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.

Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.

Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.

As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Understanding of COSHH and safe working practices.
• Level 2 Certificate in Food Safety (or willing to work towards during 6-month probationary period)
• Allergen Level 2 Certification (or willing to work towards during 6-month probationary period)
• NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent experience
• NVQ Level 1 in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent experience or willing to work towards

Experience

• Experience of either food service or cleaning within a healthcare environment
• Understanding the importance of health & safety
• Experience of working in a food service environment
• Experience of working in a customer service environment

Knowledge

• Understanding of National Colour Coding
• Understanding of safe working practices
• Understanding of Infection Prevention
• Good interpersonal and communications skills
• Understanding of COSHH
• Awareness of food service environment standards
• Basic knowledge of I.T systems e.g. word/ excel/ outlook

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 name

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust