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Essential
6 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- What you'll bring to the role
Good standard of English, with basic numeracy and literacy skills
- What you'll bring to the role
Previous cleaning experience is helpful but not essential – full training will be provided
- What you'll bring to the role
Reliable with a strong work ethic
- What you'll bring to the role
Good attention to detail
- What you'll bring to the role
Able to work independently and as part of a team
- What you'll bring to the role
Physical stamina to carry out an active role throughout the day
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Priory Hospital Chelmsford is looking to recruit a Cleaner to join our team across all wards. We know that a clean, safe environment is essential to delivering outstanding care. That’s why our Cleaners play such an important role in our services.We’re looking for people who care and take pride in contributing to an essential service. You don’t need previous experience – just a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn. In return, we’ll support you with full training and the opportunity to be part of a team that makes a real difference every day.We are happy to discuss your preferences for working days and hours, with shifts typically available between 7am–5pm, Monday to Sunday.Without expert mental health treatment and therapy, it’s unlikely that your mental health problems will go away on their own; they can continue to have a detrimental impact on your life, and cause a range of long term problems. If you think that you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, it’s important to understand that these conditions are treatable, and the most crucial first step is to get help. At Chelmsford, our highly trained team are committed to providing you with every resource you need, enabling you to tackle your mental health challenges within a compassionate and highly supportive environment, and return to a positive way of life.
What you’ll be doing
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic environment across the site
- Following cleaning schedules and Priory standards
- Using cleaning equipment safely and effectively
- Reporting maintenance issues, damage, or hazards
- Working as part of a team to deliver a high-quality service
- Supporting colleagues where required
What we will give you in return
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development opportunities
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
- And an additional days leave on your Birthday!
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This advert is for Cleaner Bank with Priory Healthcare in Springfield, England. It is listed as a Cleaner role. The advertised salary is £12.71 / hour. The contract type is Bank. Check the source advert for the latest closing date before applying.
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