Domestic Assistant - GGH

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Job overview We are looking for highly motivated individuals capable of working as a team member or on their own initiative to join our Estates & Facilities Domestic Team providing an effective and efficient service for the Glenfield Hospital, you must have a professional and logical approach to your work. Previous experience within a confidential/hospital environment or similar role is preferred. A good standard of the English language both written and oral communication is essential. You will be required to work 18:00-22:00 Monday to Friday but will required to be flexible depending on the needs of the service. In house training will be provided. Advert The role of Domestic Assistant is a multi-skilled involves cleaning duties within designated patient/non-patient areas within the Trust • Display a high standard of personal hygiene and presentation and demonstrate good hygiene practices. • Observe confidentiality of patients and employing trusts business at all times. • Communicate and liaise effectively with Work Colleagues, Managers and with Clinical Teams accordance with Trust values. • Working flexibly within the Domestic Team. • Working as part of a team. • Having and maintaining good relationships and communication with Clinical Services working together to provide a high quality service. Working for our organisation We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children’s Hospital and run one of the country’s leading heart centers. Our team is made up of more than 14,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us. Our purpose is to provide ‘Caring at its best’ and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we’re here to do. They are: • We are Compassionate • We are Proud • We are Inclusive • We are one team Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that ‘Caring at its best’ is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience. About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk) http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/ Detailed job description and main responsibilities • To carry out cleaning tasks, both specific and generic, within prescribed work schedules for designated areas, in line with Trust policies and procedures. • To adhere to Trust Infection Control Prevention and Control of Substances Hazard to Health. • (COSHH) policies in carrying out cleaning tasks. • Ensuring that Domestic trolley and other cleaning equipment are cleaned after use and stored appropriately. • To adhere to the Trust colour coding system to prevent cross infection. • Ensuring the correct and economical use of materials, and cleaning chemicals in line with above relevant policies i.e. COSHH always seeking advice from Domestic Team Leader if in any doubt. • Cleaning Cupboard Doors are locked when unattended and that all cleaning products are stored appropriately and securely. • To remove & dispose of cardboard, household and clinical waste following adhering to Waste regulations and Trust policies & procedures. • Ensure all equipment is cleaned after use and stored securely. • Report to your Domestic Team Leader any mechanical defects and any equipment in need of repair and any mishaps or untoward incidents. • Able to clean and disinfect areas after body fluid spillages in non-clinical areas after training. • Responsibility for the ward kitchen/regeneration area ensuring high standards of cleanliness are maintained. • Carry out any other duties as may be reasonably requested. Additional Information Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms. Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you. UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria. Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible. UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs. Disclosure and Barring Service Check Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check. The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment. The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check. COVID 19 Risk Assessment Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer. The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors. If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager. Covid Vaccination Status Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated. University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing