Cleanliness technician

Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Oswestry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading orthopaedic hospital in the UK is seeking a Cleanliness Technician to ensure high standards of cleanliness across wards and departments. The role requires 19.5 hours per week, including weekend shifts. Candidates should have cleaning experience, preferably in healthcare, although training will be provided. This physically demanding position involves organizing cleaning tasks, following safety regulations, and maintaining the dignity of patients at all times.

Benefits

Training in Housekeeping/Domestic Services

Strong staff values and culture

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Experience in a domestic role preferred.
• Cleaning experience in a hospital or healthcare environment is desirable.
• Knowledge of COSHH regulations.

Responsibilities

• Organise own day-to-day activities for cleaning.
• Ensure cleanliness under the direction of the Housekeeping Manager.
• Adhere to NHS and Trust policies for cleanliness.

Skills

Cleaning skills/knowledge

Ability to follow written instructions

Ability to undertake physical tasks

Working knowledge of cleaning equipment

Ability to work alone or as part of a team

Education

NVQ in Housekeeping/Domestic Services

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

The closing date is 10 December 2025.

A fixed‑term opportunity is available for a Cleanliness Technician. We are looking for a dedicated and caring person who will take pride in cleaning to a high standard.

The role is for 19.5 hours per week, with a requirement to work alternative weekends (Twilight Shift). It is physically demanding but rewarding. Experience of cleaning in the workplace and an NVQ in Housekeeping/Domestic Services is desirable but full training will be provided. The postholder will be able to undertake and award a certificate in Housekeeping/Domestic Services as part of their development.

Under current Home Office Immigration Rules, this role does not meet the UK Visas and Immigration criteria and the position is not therefore eligible for sponsorship. Applications from candidates that require skilled worker sponsorship will NOT be shortlisted.

Pay Banding subject to agenda for change evaluation.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a dedicated and caring person who will take pride in cleaning to a high standard to join our Housekeeping Team. This is to cover all areas of cleaning, including wards, departments, public areas and Theatres.

Job responsibilities

To organise own day-to-day activities to ensure the cleanliness of the area you are assigned to under the direction of the Housekeeping Manager or Supervisor. This will include cleaning corridors, offices, stairs, toilets, bathrooms, kitchens, dining rooms, theatres and bedrooms on a frequent basis using a variety of tasks and procedures including damp dusting, high and low cleaning, replenishment of disposable items, emptying waste bins and deep cleans where applicable.

Work to NHS and Trust policies and standards of cleanliness and the required work frequencies as per the work schedules provided.

Ensure correct use of chemicals for the type of surface and finish, and that handling, storage and safe usage are in line with COSHH regulations, data sheets and training given.

Adhere to all aspects of Infection Control in all areas of work, including use of colour‑coded equipment to prevent spread of infection.

Observe and monitor the condition of the environment cleaned and report any defects that will prevent duties via the Trust Estates reporting mechanism.

Assess the condition of all equipment used and report defects to ensure continued quality and safety via the Trust Estates reporting mechanism.

Maintain clear and accurate records providing documentary evidence that cleaning has taken place.

Respond to any actions that may arise from cleaning monitoring audits and surface swabbing audits.

Adhere to the outlet flushing regime set out by the Trust to minimise Legionella bacterial accumulation in water systems in accordance with relevant technical guidance.

Report incidents, accidents and near misses that occur at work via Datix.

Carry out cleaning work in strict accordance with handling and moving training received to ensure personal health and safety.

Use risk assessments and safe systems of work as instructed by the Housekeeping Manager or Deputy to complete all tasks.

Ensure patients' privacy and dignity are maintained throughout all work.

Carry out duties in accordance with Lone Working procedures as trained.

Report any problems that might arise from duties.

Ensure security of stock while monitoring and managing stock levels and re‑ordering on a weekly basis or as required.

Undertake surveys, including review/testing of new equipment.

Secure the assigned area of work, closing or locking windows and doors, setting alarms and turning off lights where necessary.

Co‑operate fully when new methods of work or frequencies of cleaning are introduced.

Demonstrate activities/tasks to new employees on a work shadowing basis.

Act as liaison for the service by responding to ad‑hoc requests via the Trust's paging system.

Physical Skills

Physically utilise cleaning equipment such as pushing vacuum cleaners and trolleys, lifting buckets, mopping floors and operating cleaning machines on a frequent basis.

Safely move small items of furniture in accordance with Trust procedures to facilitate cleaning.

Safely move bags of linen and waste bags in accordance with Trust procedures.

The postholder has a legal duty to take reasonable care to avoid injury to themselves and others by their work activities or omissions, and to cooperate with their employer in the discharge of their statutory duties.

Concentrate when preparing cleaning chemicals, ensuring correct dosage and dilution ratios to maintain product efficacy and sustainability.

Place hazard signs to warn other users of the area in which cleaning is carried out.

Never leave any piece of equipment or machinery unattended where it could be a source of danger.

Person Specification

Experience

• Cleaning skills/knowledge
• Previous experience in a domestic role
• Previous experience in a hospital/healthcare environment

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to follow written instructions and complete formal records
• Ability to undertake physical tasks
• Working knowledge of cleaning equipment
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team

Knowledge

• Knowledge of COSHH regulations

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.

About us

The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH) is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.

Our continued success is accomplished through the skills and expertise of our staff, which is underpinned by our values: Friendly, Caring, Excellence, Professional and Respect. If your values align to ours, and you would like to join us in aspiring to deliver world‑class patient care, we would love to hear from you.

Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role and have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH.

Employer name

Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital