FM Assistant - Thurrock/Brockfield

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust; Runwell; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package £8K

Job summary

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an FM Assistant (Band 2) for Thurrock/Brockfield House. The role offers various hours with a pro rata salary of £25,272 per annum and a closing date of 23 October 2026.

The successful candidate will contribute to a clean, safe, and patient-friendly environment across our facilities. The role involves supporting the Facilities Team, with comprehensive training and flexible patterns.

Qualifications

• Take pride in your work and have a positive attitude.
• Enjoy working as part of a team.
• Have good communication and customer service skills.
• Are reliable, flexible, and willing to support different service areas when required.
• Can work independently and use initiative to complete tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Clean all areas required in the work schedules which include toilets, corridors, offices, clinic rooms, store rooms; dusting, mopping, wiping, changing bins.
• Maintain a clean and hygienic environment for patients, trust staff and visitors in line with the National Standards of Cleanliness.
• Adhere to the attached job description specification and follow work schedules and instructions.

Job description

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

FM Assistant - Thurrock/Brockfield

The closing date is 23 October 2026

FM Assistant Band 2 - £12.92 per hour (£25,272 per annum pro rata) Thurrock / Brockfield House Various Hours/Days Available - If you're selected for interview, you can discuss the hours/days with the manager

Clean all areas required in the work schedules which include toilets, corridors, offices, clinic rooms, store rooms. etc which includes dusting, mopping, wiping, changing bins.

Are you looking for a substantive position within the Trust? And want to be part of the Facilities Team and make a difference? If the answer is yes, please read on.

As an FM Assistant, you'll play a vital role in helping to create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment across our healthcare services. Your work behind the scenes helps support patient care and ensures our staff can deliver the best possible experience for those who rely on our services.

Main duties of the job

The duties you'll undertake will vary depending on the service and site you work at, giving you the opportunity to develop a variety of skills and experiences. You will be responsible for maintaining a clean and hygienic environment for patients, trust staff and visitors in line with the National Standards of Cleanliness.

We're looking for individuals who:

• Take pride in their work and have a positive attitude?
• Enjoy working as part of a team?
• Have good communication and customer service skills?
• Are reliable, flexible, and willing to support different service areas when required?
• Can work independently and use initiative to complete tasks effectively

Why Join Us?

• Flexible working patterns available
• Comprehensive training and support
• Opportunities to develop new skills and gain experience across different FM services
• Be part of a team that contributes directly to patient care and wellbeing
• Work for an organisation that values inclusion, teamwork, and making a difference

Every role within our Facilities Team matters. Whether you're preparing a ward, supporting a patient environment, or assisting colleagues across the Trust, your contribution helps us deliver high-quality healthcare services every day.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Job responsibilities

To adhere to the attached job description specification and follow are work schedules and instructions

Locaility

• be within a reasonable travelling distance
• drivers license

Experience

• working visa and residency within the UK and live local to the area
• knowledge on the roll being advertised

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.

Employer name

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust