Cleaner | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Cleaner to support services at St Leonards Hospital. This part-time role involves maintaining cleanliness in clinical and non-clinical areas, with flexible hours and opportunities for additional shifts. Applicants must complete a DBS check. Good pay rates and 27 days of annual leave are offered, plus bank holidays.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

Bank holidays

Weekend enhancements

Qualifications

• Employment requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
• Good communication skills and the ability to use your own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness in a clinical ward based environment.
• Ensure a clean, safe and comfortable environment is maintained.
• Perform general cleaning tasks including vacuuming and mopping.

Job description

Overview

There is an exciting opportunity for a Cleaner to support our services at St Leonards Hospital. This post is 12 hours per week, 5.00pm to 8:00pm (times can be adjusted).

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness in a clinical ward based environment and in non-clinical areas throughout the main hospital
• Ensure a clean, safe and comfortable environment is maintained
• Vacuuming, mopping, general cleaning and damp dusting
• Cleaning bathrooms and toilets, emptying bins, and use of mechanical floor cleaning machines
• Support the Facilities Supervisor in implementing and maintaining the standard of cleanliness
• Work as part of a team with a flexible approach, good communication, and the ability to use your own initiative
• Opportunities to work extra hours to cover sickness and staff holidays

Requirements and Conditions

Employment requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service can present a valid DBS certificate in lieu of a new check.

Good pay rates with 27 days annual leave per year to start, plus bank holidays and weekend enhancements if required. Visa sponsorship for this role is not available. Please ensure you have valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

This post is part of the Facilities & Estates, with potential transfer to an NHS wholly owned subsidiary within the next 6–12 months. The subsidiary will continue to offer NHS Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions, including NHS pensions, for transferring staff and new employees recruited after the transfer date in 2026.

About Dorset HealthCare

We’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We operate 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities, and a range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000. We are committed to equal opportunities, diversity, and inclusion.

Additional information

For the main duties and responsibilities please read the attached job description and person specification. When applying, reflect the criteria in your supporting statement by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

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This advert closes on Monday 29 Sep 2025.