Hospital Cleaning Operative — Ward & Facility Hygiene

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; North Tyneside; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Cleaning Operative to join our domestic team at North Tyneside General Hospital. You will help maintain high cleanliness standards across wards, departments, corridors and offices, contributing to a safe environment for patients and staff.

Shifts run between 07:00 and 20:00 with morning and afternoon slots available. The role offers an opportunity to support NHS services in a large regional trust, with training provided and the chance to

Qualifications

• Basic numeracy and literacy required.
• Customer service experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning of floor areas by vacuuming, mopping and spraying as scheduled.
• Undertake deep cleans in areas where infection is present.
• Removal of rubbish into disposal points.
• Clean sanitary areas and staff changing areas.
• Damp dusting of surfaces and ledges.
• Maintain high cleanliness standards across all areas.
• Carry out urgent spot cleaning and spillages.
• Participate in relevant training.

Skills

Basic numeracy and literacy

Customer service

Education

NVQ Level 1 or 2 or equivalent

GCSE Maths and English

Basic Food Hygiene / Level 1 Food Safety

Job description

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Cleaning Operative to join our domestic team at North Tyneside General Hospital. You will help maintain high cleanliness standards across wards, departments, corridors and offices, contributing to a safe environment for patients and staff.

Shifts run between 07:00 and 20:00 with morning and afternoon slots available. The role offers an opportunity to support NHS services in a large regional trust, with training provided and the chance to