Domestic Assistant Rapid Response

NHS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to provide high-quality domestic services across various healthcare settings. This role involves maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards, utilizing mechanical and electrical cleaning equipment, and responding swiftly to infection control demands. The ideal candidate will have experience in a domestic cleaning environment and be committed to upholding the values of the organization. Join a team that prioritizes health and safety while contributing to a greener and more sustainable future in healthcare. If you are passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in domestic or deep cleaning environments is essential.
• Willingness to undertake training for cleaning standards and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Maintain hygiene standards across inpatient and community units.
• Provide a mobile Rapid Response service for cleanliness.

Skills

Knowledge of cleaning Standards

Good Numeracy and literacy Skills

Full Clean Driving Licence

Education

BICS Certificate

NVQ level 2

Level 2 Food Hygiene

Tools

Mechanical cleaning equipment

Electrical cleaning equipment

Job description

Based at: Barberry Centre (plus various locations as required)

Post: 37.5hrs per week (Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm or 9am-5pm)

At SSL we rely on diversity to deliver on our goals. We actively encourage applications from talented and qualified individuals from all walks of life regardless of race, gender, marital status, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability or age.

Disclosure

All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), satisfactory reference check, qualifications' check, occupational health check and mandatory training prior to commencement of employment.

Main duties of the job

To provide a high quality domestic service throughout the designated area/service, maintaining a clean and safe environment that assists in ensuring a positive service user experience and reflects the values of the organisation.

Responsible for providing a mobile Rapid Response service to a high standard of cleanliness to all Birmingham and Solihull inpatient and community units, under the supervision of the domestic supervisor. Including the safe use of mechanical and electrical equipment following appropriate training.

About us

At SSL, we work in partnership with Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health Foundation Trust (BSMHFT), to deliver facilities management, transport and other support services to over 50 sites across the West Midlands.

Our team keeps expanding and since our establishment in 2012, we have grown rapidly through the acquisition of new sites and services.

At SSL we take pride in our focus to support and contribute to the Trust's aim which is to help people get better and challenge the stigma associated with mental illness.

The health and safety of our staff is our top priority. We partner with our occupational health provider to check/offer vaccinations for Hepatitis B, Tetanus, Polio, Diphtheria, Measles, Mumps, and rubella (MMR) Varicella, Bacillus Calmette-Gurin (BCG) in line with recommended best practices for healthcare settings.

Sustainability

All staff are expected to support the Trust in meeting its Green objectives, being responsible and considerate with regards to all 'resources' used and acting to minimise waste (e.g. products purchased, miles travelled, or power used). The Trust is mandated to meet national carbon net zero targets and is being performance managed towards that achievement. Every member of staff wishing to work for BSMHFT is expected to contribute to a greener and more sustainable Trust.

Job responsibilities

GENERAL

• To be responsible for the effective cleaning and maintenance of all hygiene standards across all inpatient and community units throughout the Trust.
• To be responsible for utilising safely mechanical and electrical cleaning equipment following appropriate training as required to meet the above.
• To provide specialist cleaning (barrier/isolation) as required.
• To provide a deep cleaning programme to all areas within the ward/department & community units. This will include steam cleaning of all sanitary and kitchen areas.
• To respond quickly to any demands of infection control outbreaks.
• To be responsible for the cleaning and maintenance of the cleaning equipment that is carried in the vehicle.
• To maintain the Trust Vehicle and report any faults/problems that may arise.
• Responsible for the safe storage and maintenance of appropriate stock and supplies.
• Responsible for undertaking relevant courses and qualifications to assist in gaining knowledge to improve NHS standards.
• To undertake thorough training in infection control Procedures.

INDIVIDUAL

• Responsible for engaging in the Trust appraisal process, that identifies your own personal development and training needs.
• Responsible for ensuring confidentiality is maintained at all times in accordance with the data protection act trust policy and good practice.
• Responsible for maintaining and conducting oneself in a professional manner towards colleagues and other agencies.
• To assist in the introduction of new staff under the guidance and advice of the Domestic Supervisor.
• Responsible for reading, understanding and complying with all relevant departmental/trust and statutory policies and procedures.
• Responsible for ensuring that they contribute and work towards the service/organisational aims and objectives.
• To undertake any adhoc duties as required by the Domestic Supervisor commensurate with the grade of the post i.e. changing of cubicle/window curtain blinds.
• It is everyone's responsibility to be aware of infection control procedures and to carry out relevant training.
• Every member of staff has a responsibility to be aware of and follow at all times, the relevant national and local policy in relation to the safeguarding of children, the safeguarding of vulnerable adults and the control of infection.

Person Specification

Training

• BICS Certificate, NVQ level 2, Level 2 Food Hygiene OR willingness to undertake training upon commencement.

KNOWLEDGE

• Previous experience of working in a domestic or deep cleaning environment.
• Experience in the use of mechanical & electrical cleaning equipment.
• Previous experience of working within an NHS Setting.

Skills

• Knowledge of cleaning Standards.
• Good Numeracy and literacy Skills.
• Full Clean Driving Licence.

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.