Cleaner

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Blandford Forum; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Blandford Forum is seeking a Cleaner to maintain cleanliness in clinical and non-clinical areas. The ideal candidate will provide a safe, clean environment for patients and visitors and will work 20 hours per week. The role includes various cleaning tasks and requires teamwork and the ability to work independently. A DBS check is necessary, and applicants must have relevant experience and qualifications. Join us to make a difference in our dynamic team.

Benefits

On-site training

Uniform provided

DBS check covered

Qualifications

• Demonstrate skills in written and spoken English to effectively perform job duties.
• Previous experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Achieve a high standard of cleanliness in clinical and non-clinical areas.
• Perform all cleaning tasks, including dusting, mopping, and vacuuming.
• Ensure the National Cleaning Standards are maintained.

Skills

Ability to work on own initiative

Ability to work as part of a team

Basic IT skills

Education

Level 2 in Housekeeping or working towards

Job description

Cleaner

The closing date is 21 December 2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a cleaner to join our committed and friendly team at Blandford Hospital.

The successful candidate will be responsible for achieving a high standard of cleanliness in clinical and non‑clinical areas throughout Blandford Hospital and for ensuring that a clean, safe, and comfortable environment is maintained for patients and visitors.

This post is 20 hours per week over 5 days to include weekends. On‑site training and uniform are provided.

Employment in this post requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Main duties of the job

Main duties will include all high and low level dusting, cleaning of toilets, hand basins, vacuuming/mopping of floors, cleaning of clinical & non‑clinical areas, removing and rehanging curtains, and ensuring the National Cleaning Standards are constantly maintained.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined‑up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward‑looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here – it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us "outstanding" in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000‑strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [e-mail].

Person Specification

• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Level 2 in Housekeeping or working towards.

Experience

• Previous experience in a similar.

Finance & resources

• Knowledge of Stock Control procedures and methods.

Information technology/resources

• Basic IT skills.

Additional requirements

• Demonstrate skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust