Cleaner

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Wimborne Minster; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust in Wimborne is recruiting a part-time Cleaner to support Victoria Hospital. The role is 16 hours per week (Mon-Thu 16:00-20:00) and focuses on maintaining high standards of cleanliness in clinical areas with on-site training and PPE provided.

You will work as part of a team, show initiative, and there is potential for extra hours to cover sickness or holidays. Note: visa sponsorship is not available; you must have the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• COSHH knowledge and ongoing training.
• Level 2 in Housekeeping or working towards.
• Demonstrable English written and spoken skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness in clinical areas throughout the hospital.
• Vacuuming, mopping, damp dusting, and waste management.
• Operate cleaning machinery as required.
• Work as part of a team with a flexible approach.

Skills

COSHH knowledge

Housekeeping experience

Stock control knowledge

Basic IT skills

English language skills

Education

Level 2 in Housekeeping or working towards

Job description

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Cleaner

The closing date is 05 November 2026

There is an exciting opportunity for a Cleaner to support our services at Victoria Hospital, Wimborne

This post is 16 hours per week (Monday-Thursday 1600-2000)

The successful candidate will be responsible for achieving a high standard of cleanliness in clinical areas throughout the main hospital, ensuring that a clean, safe and comfortable environment is maintained. Full on-site training is provided and PPE provision is also included.

This role involves working as a team, with a flexible approach, good communication skills and the ability to use your own initiative.

The post offers an opportunity to work extra hours as able - to cover sickness and staff holidays.

Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

Main duties of the job

To support the Facilities Manager in their role and to ensure that the standard of cleanliness within the Trust is implemented andmaintained.

Main duties will include vacuuming, mopping, general cleaning/damp dusting, cleaning toilets, emptying bins, use of mechanical floor cleaning machines.

Employment in this post requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check which the Trust will cover the cost of.

Following a review of our pre-employment checking process, with immediate effect the Trust has made the decision to no longer accept DBS checking and clearance through the DBS Update Service.

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.We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.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

Knowledge, skills and training

• Knowledge of COSHH, induction and on-going training
• Level 2 in Housekeeping or working towards

Experience

• Previous experience in a similar role

Finance / Resources

• Knowledge of stock control procedures and methods
• Basic IT skills

Additional requirements

• Demonstrable 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