Facilities Service Assistant

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; South Petherton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Generic Worker to join the Facilities Team at the Trust. You will work closely with Facilities Housekeepers, Team Leaders, and Facilities Catering staff to support the delivery of services across the Trust.

The role focuses on maintaining high standards of cleanliness through a planned, methodical approach, and requires a flexible, reliable, and team-driven mindset to help deliver a positive patient experience.

Qualifications

• Flexible, reliable and team-focused.
• Willingness to undertake training in cleaning techniques and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Integral member of the Facilities Team, working with Housekeepers, Team Leaders, and Catering staff.
• Undertake duties to support smooth running of services across the Trust, as directed by the Facilities Team Leader.
• Maintain high cleanliness standards through a planned, methodical approach.
• Participate in mandatory training including Fire Safety, Moving & Handling, COSHH and Infection Control.

Job description

As a Generic Worker, you will be an integral member of the Facilities Team, working closely with Facilities Housekeepers, Facilities Team Leaders, Facilities Catering staff, and, where appropriate, Heads of Departments. You will be directed by the Facilities Team Leader to undertake a variety of duties that support the smooth and effective running of services across the Trust.

A key part of the role involves maintaining high standards of cleanliness through a planned and methodical approach, ensuring all designated areas are cleaned and maintained appropriately, the post holder will be directed by the Facilities Team Leader to carry out a range of duties for the needs of the service, following a planned and methodical approach in order to ensure all areas are included.

Participate in training as directed by the Facilities Team Leader. This would include training in cleaning techniques and mandatory training such as Fire Safety, Moving & Handing, COSHH, and Infection Control.

This is a varied and rewarding role requiring a flexible, reliable, and team-focused individual who takes pride in delivering high standards of service and contributing to a positive patient experience.