Facilities Assistant - Domestics (Part-Time) | Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust; West Green; On-site; GBP 10,000; Part time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Sussex is seeking a motivated Part-Time Facilities Assistant to join their Facilities team. The role involves performing cleaning duties across various wards to adhere to national cleanliness standards. Candidates should be flexible, willing to learn, and able to maintain hygiene protocols. The position offers training and a supportive work environment with varied responsibilities, including assisting with food service. This role is ideal for those looking for part-time hours in a community-focused healthcare setting.

Benefits

Excellent training and development opportunities

Flexible working options

Cost-effective workplace nurseries

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning roles is advantageous but not essential as training will be provided.
• Ability to follow strict hygiene and cleanliness standards.
• Willingness to work flexible hours across various wards.

Responsibilities

• Use and maintain cleaning equipment.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene policies.
• Clean surfaces and sanitary areas according to required standards.
• Assist in serving food and beverages to patients and staff.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Flexible approach

Attention to detail

Tools

Floor cleaning machinery

Job description

Vacancy: Part‑Time Facilities Assistant – Domestic (Ward cleaning)

15 hours per week (Monday to Friday, hours: 1300–1600)

£9828 per annum (£12.60 per hour)

The successful candidate will be required to work with a flexible approach across various wards and departmental teams, and form an integral part of the Facilities Department. The role will perform cleaning duties (including the operation of floor cleaning machinery) in all areas of our busy Healthcare premises, adhering to the required standards stipulated by the National Specifications for Cleanliness in the NHS.

Previous cleaning and goods experience would be an advantage, but not essential as training will be provided. Please give full details of any relevant experience on your application form to assist us with the shortlisting process. Any fields left blank or incomplete will not be able to be scored.

Please apply online via the NHS Jobs website.

“Please note: Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role is unlikely to be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.”

Key Responsibilities

• Use of cleaning equipment.
• To ensure strict adherence to all policies and procedures in relation to food hygiene, including HACCP, personal hygiene and cleaning down procedures.
• Clean all surfaces using appropriate methods to remove dust and debris.
• Remove / replace / clean curtains and blinds as necessary.
• Clean all hard floors and mop daily.
• Empty, clean and replenish waste bins.
• Seal waste bags and carry out appropriate waste disposal procedures.
• Clean internal glass and ledges.
• Clean all sanitary areas.
• Maintain equipment in a clean and serviceable condition.
• Maintain and respect the privacy and dignity of patients whilst carrying out Facilities duties.
• Clean beds.
• Clean furniture.
• Replenish consumables – paper towels, soap, toilet rolls etc.
• Adopt a flexible approach.
• Ensure the correct storage of all items.
• Collect, wash and return water jugs.
• To prepare and serve food and beverages as required.
• Assist with the service of patient, visitors and staff meals.
• Ensure that food presentation, portion control, temperature and quality standards are adhered to.
• To ensure security is maintained at all times.
• Completion of departmental paperwork as required.
• Supporting Goods in Department.
• Wear correct and clean uniform whilst on duty.
• Attend departmental meetings as appropriate.
• Participate in the Trust’s appraisal system, review and personal development process on an annual basis and in quarterly supervisions.
• Undertake training as necessary in line with the development planning process.
• Achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales.
• Contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the team in which they work.

We are looking for a motivated and hard‑working individual to work as part of the Facilities team, performing cleaning duties as required in all areas of the premises, to ensure standards meet the National Specifications for Cleanliness in the NHS.

Why work for us?

• Positive 2024 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing.
• Varied environments: community hospitals, patients’ homes, and bases across Sussex.
• Flexible working options: part‑time, flexi‑time, annualised hours, and flexi‑retirement.
• Excellent training, development, and research opportunities.
• Cost‑effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton.
• Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networks.
• Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust.
• Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast.

Our values—Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence—guide everything we do.

We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.

This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.

This advert closes on Sunday 21 Dec 2025.