Job overview
To maintain the cleanliness of the Ward/Department environment in accordance with the cleaning schedule identified in Mid Essex Hospital Trust and National Specification for Cleanliness Standards guidelines.
Main duties of the job
- To clean all areas/wards/departments effectively in accordance with the areas risk rating and frequencies specified.
- Clean infected room/areas on the ward in line with the Terminal Clean Policy.
- Change curtains in line with the curtain programme or as required for Terminal and deep clean processes.
- Carry out cleaning duties which will include wet mopping, damp dusting, control sweeping, gum removal, suction cleaning, vacuuming, buffing, scrubbing and sealing of floor, high and low dusting and wall washing.
- Carry out all cleaning duties to the required National specification for Cleanliness (NSC) and ensure all operational documentations are filled in appropriately.
- Attend all mandatory and professional development training as planned and scheduled by the department.
- Respond to cleaning incidents/emergency as required by line management
- Carry out standard clean to ensure all daily, weekly and periodic cleaning tasks are completed as scheduled by management.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The many benefits of joining the Mid and South Essex Trust Bank are listed below: Flexible working patterns – including first choice of available Bank shifts – Day / Night / Weekends. Access to the NHS Stakeholder Pension & NHS discounts. Weekly payroll service.
Training and development opportunities including free access to mandatory training. Occupational Health service. 24 hour booking service.
To apply for this opportunity all candidates must have eligibility to work in the UK
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates an awareness of the role requirements
Desirable
- Previous experience in a similar role
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills
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This advert is for Bank Domestic Assistant - Band 2 with Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust in Westcliff On Sea, East of England, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £12.14 Per Hour. The contract type is Bank. The application deadline is 30 Jul 2026.
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