Support Team Assistant - Domestic

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 10,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Full training

Real Living Wage rate

Job summary

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) in Macclesfield is seeking part-time Domestic Assistants to keep patient areas clean and safe. 15 hours per week with start dates monthly; RLW rate and possible supplements apply. Full training and a uniform are provided to successful applicants.

As a Disability Confident Employer with inclusive values, we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and provide induction through the Prepare to Care programme. DBS checks form part of the process.

Qualifications

• General education background.
• Hold or willing to undertake accredited Level 2 award in cleaning.

Responsibilities

• Clean all areas according to the national standards and approved cleaning schedule.
• Follow COSHH regulations and ensure hygiene.
• Collect daily rubbish and dispose to designated area.
• Wash up dishes for patients after meals.
• Keep all cleaning equipment clean and tidy; report faults.
• Report untoward incidents to senior staff.

Skills

Cleaning

Public interaction

Attention to detail

Education

General Education

Level 2 Award in Cleaning

Job description

Domestic Assistants support the Trust in delivering a clean and safe environment for both service users and staff. We are looking for enthusiastic Domestic Assistants to join our Facilities Team in Macclesfield, successful candidates will receive full training and a uniform will be provided, This vacancy is part time 15 Hours Per Week - Times to be discussed at Interview. The Trust currently supports the Real Living Wage (RLW) hourly rate as set by the Living Wage Federation and will apply a pay supplement if the national A4C hourly rate falls below this.

• To be responsible for cleaning all areas in accordance with the NPSA national standards of cleanliness, following the approved CWP cleaning schedule and to adjust work routine if required for the needs of the ward / department.
• To be accountable for cleaning all areas in accordance with C.O.S.H.H. regulations.
• To be accountable for collecting daily rubbish and taking it to designated area.
• To undertake the washing up of mealtime dishes for patients.
• To be responsible for keeping all equipment used in a clean and tidy condition.
• To be responsible for bringing to the attention of the domestic supervisor, all faults on equipment.
• To provide details of any untoward incident to administrative / senior nursing staff.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

Key Qualifications

• Good understanding of cleaning services, Previous experience in Domestic Services and/or catering.
• Previous experience in dealing with the public
• Trust Values,
• Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care, as well as the provision of three GP surgeries in Cheshire.

We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton, Liverpool and Stockport. Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall.

All new starters will commence in post on one fixed start date each month, in line with our Prepare to Care (P2C) induction programme date. P2C offers up to 3 weeks training to support you to meet the induction / initial training requirements of the role. Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your existing skills and experience in a new role, you'll find something to suit you at CWP.

As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and proud holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences, and welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.

Essential

• General Education
• Hold or willing to undertake accredited Level 2 award in cleaning

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning
• Food Safety qualification