Facilities Assistant (Domestic)

Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust; Bury; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust in Bury is seeking a Facilities Assistant (Domestic) to deliver cleaning across Fairfield General Hospital. The role is part-time (25 hours/week, 14:30-20:00), Monday to Friday, within the Facilities team of Capital Investment and Estates Services.

The post holder will perform general cleaning, follow schedules, and adhere to infection control and safety standards, with opportunities to contribute across wards, clinics, or administration areas.

Qualifications

• NVQ 2 or equivalent experience.
• Experience of cleaning services with COSHH knowledge.
• Knowledge of health & safety techniques and NHS cleaning standards.
• Familiarity with colour coding and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general cleaning duties in clinical, sanitary and administrative areas.
• Follow cleaning schedules and local instructions to ensure cleanliness.
• Adhere to infection control, COSHH, and health & safety procedures at all times.
• Report incidents, maintain equipment, and dispose of waste safely.
• Work as part of the cleaning team and as needed on own.

Skills

Liaison and communication

Punctuality

Reading safety docs

Training via computer

Cleaning schedules

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

NVQ 2 or equivalent experience

Experience of cleaning services

COSHH knowledge

Knowledge of health & safety techniques

Experience working to NHS National Cleaning standards

Colour coding

Job description

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Main area FACILITIES Grade Band 2 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 25 hours per week (Monday - Friday - 14.30 - 20.00) Job ref 311-H1048-26-A

Site Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust, Fairfield General Hospital Town Bury Salary £25,272 per annum, Pro Rata Salary period Yearly Closing 18/09/2026 23:59

If you are Kind, Fair, Ingenious and Determined then we want you to come and join our #PennineCarePeople

Unfortunately this role does not attract sponsorship under current government legislation, therefore if you require a certificate of sponsorship to support a visa application, we will be unable to proceed with your application.

We are looking to recruit a Facilities Assistant (Domestic) to work at Fairfield General Hospital

Hours of work - 14.30 - 20.00 = 5 hours per day = 25 hours per week - Monday - Friday

The postholder will be a member of the Trust’s Facilities team and will provide a comprehensive cleaning service for Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust (PCFT). The Facilities Assistant (Domestic) will work across the Trust’s in-patient and/or community settings as assigned, which may include working on wards, clinics or admin areas.

Main duties of the job

The Facilities Assistant (Domestic) is responsible for general cleaning duties at PCFT. Cleaning duties will be carried out in all areas including clinical, sanitary and administration areas, in accordance with the cleaning schedule, policy, procedures and standards The Facilities Assistant (Domestic) must:

• Carry out tasks in line with Trust policy, national cleaning standards and local instruction.
• Ensure that infection control, COSHH and health and safety procedures are always followed, including:
• Follow the cleaning schedules that have been provided for each area to ensure the areas achieve the required levels of cleanliness at all times.
• Report any incidents or near misses as per Trust policy.
• Ensure that cleaning equipment and machinery is stored correctly and left in a clean condition and to report any defects to the supervisor.
• Dispose of all categories of waste safely and in accordance with Trust guidelines
• To undertake any other reasonable duty, which is appropriate to the band, when requested by Senior Staff.
• To be familiar with and comply with all Trust policies & procedures
• Attend mandatory training and other training as required. Mandatory training includes fire safety training, moving and handling training and infection control training. This may include training online using a mobile phone or computer.
• Work as part of the team to ensure cleaning tasks are completed in all areas.
• Carry out other reasonable duties as required by the supervisors.

Working for our organisation

The postholder will be joining the facilities team which is within the Capital Investment and Estates Services department at Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust.

We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.

Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We’re really proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure we’re a great place to work.

All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The Job description and person specification for this role has been attached separately to this advert, should further information be sought ahead of an interview, please use the contact details below.

Person specification

Education/Qualifications

• NVQ 2 or equivalent experience
• Experience of cleaning services. COSHH knowledge, Colour Coding
• Knowledge of health & safety techniques,
• Good liaison and communication skills, Punctual & Reliable, Complete mandatory training via computer
• Experience working to the NHS National Cleaning standards, Colour coding, COSHH
• Knowledge of Health & Safety
• Good Communication & IT Skills, Punctual & Reliable

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the principles of cleaning services
• Knowledge of cleaning methods
• Knowledge of NHS national cleaning standards
• Knowledge of NPSA colour coding

Skills and Abilities

• Good liaison and verbal communication skills.
• Punctual and reliable timekeeper
• Able to read health and safety documents, such as risk assessments
• Able to complete training both face-to-face and online either via a mobile phone or computer
• Able to follow cleaning schedules and instructions
• Able to work as part of a cleaning team in an environment
• Able to work alone as required

Application support - We recommend tailoring your application to each role you apply for, particularly your supporting information. This gives you the best chance of success. Your supporting information should clearly explain, with examples, how your skills and experience meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role.

We are aware of the increase in AI being used for job applications. AI can be a useful tool to assist in writing your application, but these tools may not understand the context or requirements of the job you are applying for and using for all your application will not be a true reflection of your skills and experience. Relying on AI for your whole application can negatively impact on your chances of success throughout the recruitment process as you will be asked to provide evidence to support what you have written. Take the time to proofread your application to ensure you can evidence what you have submitted, whether this is by your experience or certificates

We also offer virtual application support sessions each month, where you will learn some hints and tips to support you in completing your application form. To secure your place, and to find out more visit the jobs events page on our website.

Sponsorship Information - We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications. Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship. You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on the government website.

After You Apply - Once your application is submitted, you’ll receive updates via email. Shortlisting is based on how well you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, and invitations will be sent by email.

If You're Offered the Role - If successful, the hiring manager will contact you directly with a verbal offer. They will then notify the Recruitment Team and submit the necessary paperwork. You’ll receive a formal conditional offer via email.

Pre-Employment Checks - To confirm your suitability for the role, we will carry out pre-employment checks in line with NHS Employment Check Standards . These include:

• Identity verification
• Right to work check
• Disclosure and barring service (DBS)/Criminal record check (dependent on role)
• Professional registration and/or qualification check
• Occupational health assessment
• Employment history and reference validation

All applicants external to Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust will be required to provide their HMRC employment history to cover the most recent three years employment. This information will used to validate employment history andreferences.

If you require sponsorship, we will assess your eligibility based on current government guidance. If the role is not eligible and you cannot demonstrate your right to work, your conditional offer may be withdrawn.

Once Checks Are Complete - The Recruitment Team will coordinate with you and the hiring manager to confirm a start date. You’ll be booked onto a Trust Welcome Session and receive your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions.

Pennine Care are committed to the ‘Pledge to Flex’ initiative as flexible working is a day one right for all colleagues. “We can work flexibly, doing whatever work pattern fits our needs, regardless of the type of role we’re in. As a modern and model employer, flexible and less than full-time working isn’t a barrier to progress in the NHS – it is commonplace” This policy brings this part of the People Promise to life. It will provide you with the information you need, support you to have conversations and take steps towards working in a way that suits you best.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to help us grow, innovate, and improve.

If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.

If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us on 0161 716 3181 as early as possible so we can support you.

Please note:

• We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies. Hiring managers should not be contacted directly.

We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. If you have a disability or long‑term health condition and need extra time or adjustments to complete your application, please contact us as soon as possible. We will ensure you are not disadvantaged where a reasonable adjustment is appropriate.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Application numbers

We may close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. To ensure your application is considered, please apply as soon as possible.

Name Debbie Bulger Job title Facilities Support Manager Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 07517466117 Additional information

Interviews to be held at Holcombe House, Fairfield General Hospital