Facilities Assistant

NHS Scotland; Dunbar; Sur place; GBP 27 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible working

Résumé du poste

NHS Scotland is seeking a Facilities Assistant based at Dunbar Hospital Thurso to support Catering, Laundry and Domestic services. The role involves ensuring high standards of cleanliness and service in line with infection control policies and NHS Cleaning Services Specification.

The post operates on a 2-week rota including weekends, with induction/training provided. Rate of pay begins at £14.22 per hour with weekend enhancements.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities or housekeeping is preferred.
• Ability to work to infection control policies and NHS cleaning standards.
• Flexibility for weekend shifts and 2-week rota.

Responsabilités

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and service in line with policy.
• Support Catering, Laundry and Domestic services as required.
• Adhere to Waste Regulations and local infection control guidelines.
• Follow specified cleaning schedules and quality standards.
• Complete induction and training during onboarding.

Connaissances

Infection control

Catering support

Laundry services

Description du poste

Facilities Assistant, 25 Hours Post Based at Dunbar Hospital Thurso

We are currently seeking to recruit Facilities Assistant to join our team in Dunbar Hospital Thurso. This post will be based in Dunbar Hospital. The successful applicant’s role shall be to provide services to the Catering, Laundry and Domestic services.

The successful candidates will be responsible for ensuring high standards of service and cleanliness are maintained in line with local infection control policies, Covid 19 guidance and maintaining compliance with the NHS Scotland National Cleaning Services Specification, and Waste Regulations.

To meet specified cleaning schedules, and promote and maintain high standards of cleanliness within the environment.

Catering duties include regeneration of meals and preparation of salads, sandwiches and snacks.

To meet specified Laundry Services to the standard of NHS Scotland National Cleaning Services Specifications.

This is a Facilities post to be available to work on a 2 week rota which includes weekend shifts. We offer a full comprehensive induction and training package.

Rate of pay from £14.22 an hour with an attractive weekend working rate.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).

Department Contact

Tina Russell, Facilities Support Manager, Caithness & Sutherland

Tel: [phone] or 07974619346 or email [e-mail]

Patricia Murray Team Lead Tel [phone] or 07483127554, email [e-mail]

Job ref: 261584

Closing date: Midnight Wednesday 21st October 2026

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Additional Information For Candidates

Flexible Working

• Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.

Keeping in Touch

• We will contact you by email
• Please check your email (including junk folders) and your Jobtrain account regularly

Support and Accessibility

• Help with applying: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/
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• Jobtrain accessibility statement: https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/
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What is it like to work for NHS Highland?

• Visit https://www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk/careers/ to find out more about living and working in our area
• Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers

Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchd‑labhairt na Gàidhlig

Care and compassion

Dignity and respect

Openness, honesty and responsibility

Quality and teamwork