Bank Facilities Assistant - Cleaning and Catering

Job overview

We are seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our Facilities team as a Bank Facilities Assistant. This will cover both the Chailey Clinical Services site in Lewes. In this role, support a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for staff, and visitors. With a flexible approach, you’ll be responsible for a variety of cleaning tasks.

“Please note: Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role is unlikely to be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role."

Main duties of the job

We are looking for motivated and hard-working individuals to work as cleaning or catering assistants for our Facilities team .

Previous cleaning and catering experience would be an advantage, but not essential as training will be provided. Please give FULL details of any relevant experience on your application form to assist us with the shortlisting process.

Please apply online via the NHS Jobs website. If you are unable to use a computer to apply online, please contact the RECRUITMENT DEPARTMENT on 01273 696011 extension 5008 (quoting the job reference number) and request to be sent a paper copy application form.

Regular hours are not guaranteed, but shifts are available at multiple locations across Mid Sussex.

Please note there are no weekend or late evening shifts - availability is Monday to Friday, typically from 08:00 to 14:30, with some flexibility to suit individual needs.

Please refer to the Job Descriptions and Person Specifications and base your application on these, as they are used to score your application prior to a potential interview.

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust is an equal opportunities employer and invites applications from all sections of the community.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The following gives an overview of the key main tasks for this role, but tasks may vary depending on team or site:

• To ensure strict adherence to all policies and procedures in relation to food hygiene, including HACCP, personal hygiene and cleaning down procedures.
• Clean all surfaces using appropriate methods to remove dust and debris
• Remove / replace / clean curtains and blinds as necessary.
• Clean all hard floors and mop daily.
• Empty, clean and replenish waste bins.
• Seal waste bags and carry out appropriate waste disposal procedures.
• Clean internal glass and ledges.
• Clean all sanitary areas.
• Maintain equipment in a clean and serviceable condition.
• Maintain and respect the privacy and dignity of patients whilst carrying out Facilities duties.
• Clean Beds.
• Replenish bed linen on patient discharge or as needed.
• Clean furniture.
• Replenish consumables – paper towels, soap, toilet rolls etc.
• Adopt a flexible approach, as you may be required to work at any Trust site.
• Ensure the correct storage of all items.
• To issue and collate inpatient menus.
• Collect and clean all crockery and cutlery and kitchen utensils as required using automatic dishwashers where available.
• Collect, wash and return water jugs.
• Collection and delivery of goods.
• Use of electrical cleaning equipment.
• Carry out the regeneration of prepared meals, preparation of salads and sandwiches, and any other food items as required.
• To prepare and serve food and beverages as required.
• To ensure security is maintained at all times.
• Completion of departmental paperwork as required.
• Assist with the service of patient, and staff meals.
• Provide the appropriate amount of crockery and cutlery in advance of service times.
• Ensure that food presentation, portion control, temperature and quality standards are adhered to.