Twilight Cleanliness Technician

The Methodist Church in Britain; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Housekeeping cert course

Staff benefits

Job summary

Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a part-time housekeeping assistant for a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover. The role covers cleaning wards, theatres, and public areas to infection control standards, with damp dusting, waste removal and restocking.

Twilight shifts include alternating weekends and no sponsorship is available. The team operates under COSHH, maintains records, and supports audits.

Qualifications

• Cleaning skills and knowledge
• NVQ in Housekeeping/Domestic Services

Responsibilities

• Clean wards, departments, public areas, theatres and other areas to Trust standards and work schedules.
• Carry out damp dusting, high and low cleaning, replenishing disposables, emptying bins and deep cleans where applicable.
• Apply infection control throughout, including COSHH and using colour-coded equipment.
• Prepare and use chemicals safely under COSHH data sheets and training.
• Keep clear records as evidence cleaning took place and address audit findings.
• Report defects via the Trust Estates system and log incidents on Datix.
• Follow the Trust flushing regime to limit Legionella.
• Monitor stock levels and reorder weekly or as needed.
• Handle physical tasks safely with cleaning equipment and moving items.
• Secure areas at end of shift and respond to ad hoc requests.

Skills

Cleaning skills

Good communication

Physical stamina

Education

NVQ in Housekeeping/Domestic Services

Job description

Fixed-term maternity cover post in the Housekeeping Team at Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, running for 12 months at 19.5 hours a week. The work covers cleaning wards, departments, public areas and theatres to infection control and COSHH standards, including damp dusting, waste removal and restocking. It is a twilight shift finishing late, with alternating weekends. Sponsorship is not available, so applicants needing skilled worker sponsorship will not be shortlisted.

What the job involves

• Clean wards, departments, public areas, theatres and other areas to Trust standards and work schedules, organising own daily tasks under the Housekeeping Manager or Supervisor
• Carry out damp dusting, high and low cleaning, replenishing disposables, emptying bins and deep cleans where applicable
• Apply infection control throughout, including the use of colour-coded equipment
• Prepare and use chemicals correctly and safely under COSHH, data sheets and training
• Keep clear, accurate records as evidence that cleaning has taken place, and act on cleaning and swabbing audit findings
• Report defects in areas and equipment via the Trust Estates system, and incidents, accidents and near misses on Datix
• Follow the Trust outlet flushing regime to limit Legionella in water systems
• Monitor stock levels, reorder weekly or as required, and keep stock secure
• Handle physical tasks safely, including pushing vacuums and trolleys, mopping, operating cleaning machines, and moving furniture, linen and waste bags
• Secure areas at the end of work by closing windows and doors, setting alarms and turning off lights
• Respond to ad hoc requests via the Trust paging system, help with surveys and equipment testing, and demonstrate tasks to new staff
• Protect patient privacy and dignity, follow lone working procedures, use hazard signs, and never leave equipment unattended where it could be dangerous

Experience

• Cleaning skills and knowledge

Skills & knowledge

• Good communication skills
• Ability to follow written instructions and complete formal records
• Ability to undertake physical tasks

Nice to have

• Previous domestic or cleaning experience in the workplace
• Previous hospital or healthcare experience
• NVQ in Housekeeping/Domestic Services
• Working knowledge of cleaning equipment
• Knowledge of COSHH regulations
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team

What’s offered

• Full training provided
• Opportunity to undertake a certificate in Housekeeping/Domestic Services
• Range of staff benefits offered to everyone who joins