Cleaning Team Member

NHS; Taunton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Taunton is seeking cleaning team members to maintain high hygiene standards within the hospital. This role involves daily interactions with patients and staff, ensuring cleanliness according to national standards. Candidates should have prior cleaning experience in a hospital environment and a good understanding of relevant safety regulations. It's an opportunity to work in a diverse team and contribute meaningfully to patient care and safety.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Career development opportunities

Blue Light Card for discounts

Qualifications

• Experience of cleaning in a hospital or care setting is essential.
• Must understand COSHH regulations.
• Knowledge of proper waste segregation is important.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness in all areas.
• Communicate with patients, staff, and visitors professionally.
• Organize own work and prioritize patient care.

Skills

Experience of cleaning in a hospital or care setting

Understanding of COSHH

Knowledge of waste segregation

Good understanding of English language

Job description

We are seeking to recruit cleaning team members who have a passion for high quality cleaning and patient care within the hospital setting.

This role will be to deliver cleaning to the national standards, work as part of a large cleaning team and complete all mandatory training. The cleaning team plays a vital role ensuring that the hospital and associated buildings are clean. This is a key element both in reducing hospital acquired infections and in maintaining the public's positive image of the hospital.

Cleaning team members also have key patient interactions and serve beverages to patients.

Previous unsuccessful applicants need not apply.

Main duties of the job

To maintain a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness, as defined within the National Standards of Cleanliness, in all areas of responsibility, to work as a member of the FM Cleaning Services Team, to work within a patient and non-patient environment, and have daily contact with visitors, staff, and patients, to work as part of the cleaning response team as required, to ensure Infection Control guidelines are adhered to in line with Trust Policies and procedures.

Communicate verbally with Supervisors and colleagues on issues relating to work schedules or any problems on a daily basis. Communicate verbally with patients and relatives in a professional manner. Attend team meetings to gain Trust, Directorate and service information. Report all hazards or potential hazards that could involve patients, visitors or staff to the housekeeper/supervisor or nurse in charge. Communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team in order to promote an efficient service and maintain effective channels of communication.

To take responsibility for own work. To organise own work in order in conjunction with clinical staff ensuring that patient care is prioritised. To share ideas for improvements to within the FM Team. Be aware of the need for confidentiality both within the written and spoken word at all times.

To ensure the correct use of chemicals for the type of surface and finish, making certain the handling and usage are in line with the COSHH regulations, data sheets and training given.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information on this role.

Please contact Matthew Taylor if you have any questions

Person Specification

Qualifications

• N/A

Experience

• Experience of cleaning in a hospital or care setting
• Understanding of COSHH
• Knowledge of waste segregation.

Additional Criteria

• Have a good understanding of the English language, both spoken and written.

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.