Clinical Cleaning Assistant

University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; Presencial; GBP 112 000 - 137 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

The University of Edinburgh is seeking a dedicated Clinical Cleaner to join our hospital team, helping maintain a safe, clean clinical environment in a busy referral setting.

Working within clinical and non-clinical spaces, you will deliver high quality cleaning in line with infection control policies. This is a permanent, open-ended contract for 15 hours per week on Thursdays and Fridays, with shifts 1:30pm–10:00pm. Training will be provided to build confidence and skills.

Qualificações

• Duties include routine tidying and deep cleaning of clinical areas including wards and treatment rooms.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures to minimise cross-contamination and hospital-acquired infections.
• Maintain accurate cleaning records where required.

Responsabilidades

• Carry out routine tidying and deep cleaning of clinical areas including wards, treatment rooms, isolation areas, and shared spaces
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures to minimise the risk of cross‑contamination and hospital‑acquired infections
• Clean and maintain equipment and high‑touch surfaces to a high standard
• Respond flexibly to urgent cleaning requirements as clinical activity fluctuates
• Safely use cleaning chemicals and equipment in accordance with COSHH guidance
• Work collaboratively with clinical and non‑clinical staff to support safe hospital operations
• Maintain accurate cleaning records where required

Descrição da oferta de emprego

UE02: £24,547.00 Per Annum, Pro Rata.

CMVM / The Royal Dick School of Veterinary Studies.

15 hours per week working Thursday and Friday each week.

Open ended contract– Permanent.

Shifts time 1.30pm-10pm with one hour lunch (shift times TBC with successful candidate)

Be part of something bigger, there’s a career for everyone at the University of Edinburgh.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Clinical Cleaner to join our hospital team. This post plays a vital role in maintaining a safe, clean, and hygienic clinical environment.

Working within a busy referral hospital setting, the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high quality cleaning across clinical and non-clinical areas, ensuring standards are consistently met in line with infection control policies.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about animal welfare, enjoys working in a busy team environment, and is looking to develop experience within a leading veterinary referral hospital.

• Carry out routine tidying and deep cleaning of clinical areas including wards, treatment rooms, isolation areas, and shared spaces
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures to minimise the risk of cross‑contamination and hospital‑acquired infections
• Clean and maintain equipment and high‑touch surfaces to a high standard
• Respond flexibly to urgent cleaning requirements as clinical activity fluctuates
• Safely use cleaning chemicals and equipment in accordance with COSHH guidance
• Work collaboratively with clinical and non‑clinical staff to support safe hospital operations
• Maintain accurate cleaning records where required

Training & Support

We offer a focused training programme to help you get started in the role. You’ll normally start shadowing our friendly and experienced team during standard daytime hours (Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm and 6am-2.30pm) to build your confidence and skills.

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As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• A competitive salary.
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, including generous annual leave entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, a wide range of staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the value of your pay and benefits.

Championing equality, diversity, and inclusion

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter, and we are also a Stonewall Proud Employer, actively promoting LGBTQ+ equality.

Prior to any employment commencing with the University, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens new browser tab)

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. International applicants will therefore be unable to apply for and secure a Skilled Worker visa. They will only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is 30 October 2026.

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