Cleaning Auditor

Mitie Group plc.; Oxford; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. in Oxfordshire is seeking a part-time Cleaning Auditor to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and infection control across hospital facilities. You will conduct scheduled and ad-hoc audits and document findings to support compliance with NHS cleanliness standards and internal policies.

The role involves site visits to wards and high-risk areas, collaboration with infection prevention teams, and providing actionable feedback to managers. Training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in auditing or quality assurance within healthcare or facilities management.
• Strong understanding of infection control principles and cleaning standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Competent in using digital audit tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with clinical and non-clinical teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and ad-hoc cleaning audits in line with National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness 2025 and Trust policies.
• Assess technical cleaning outcomes and processes, ensuring compliance with infection prevention protocols.
• Document audit findings accurately using approved audit management systems (e.g., Synbiotix).
• Provide clear, unbiased feedback to service managers and domestic teams, highlighting non-conformances and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Infection Prevention & Control teams during audits and elevate issues promptly.
• Monitor trends and produce reports for Quality & Performance meetings.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and training related to cleaning standards.

Skills

Auditing experience

Infection control knowledge

Attention to detail

Independent working

Communication with clinical teams

Tools

Digital audit tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Cleaning Auditor
Salary: £ 12,660 Per Annum
Contract: Permanent
Type of Employment: Part Time
Hours: 18 Hours Per Week
Location: John Radcliffe Hospital, Headley Way, Headington, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, OX3 9DU

Purpose of the Role

To ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and infection control by conducting systematic cleaning efficacy audits across hospital facilities. The role supports compliance with national healthcare cleanliness standards and internal policies, safeguarding patient safety and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and ad-hoc cleaning audits in line with National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness 2025 and Trust policies.
• Assess technical cleaning outcomes and processes, ensuring compliance with infection prevention protocols.
• Document audit findings accurately using approved audit management systems (e.g., Synbiotix).
• Provide clear, unbiased feedback to service managers and domestic teams, highlighting non-conformances and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Infection Prevention & Control teams during audits and elevate issues promptly.
• Monitor trends and produce reports for Quality & Performance meetings.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and training related to cleaning standards.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in auditing or quality assurance within healthcare or facilities management.
• Strong understanding of infection control principles and cleaning standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Competent in using digital audit tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with clinical and non-clinical teams.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Functional Risk (FR) area classifications and cleaning frequencies.
• Familiarity with NHS compliance frameworks and Health & Safety legislation.

Additional Information

• This role involves regular site visits across wards, theatres, and high-risk areas.
• Training will be provided on internal auditing procedures and compliance systems.