Job requirements
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 Kneesworth is looking to recruit a Cleaner to join our team. This is a permanent part time role working 24 hours per week, and including weekends.We are happy to discuss start time preferences and can accommodate a later start than the hours described below. We have two shift options available, both requiring coverage across the weekendThurs - Fri - Sat - Sun - 6am to 2pm. orSat - Sun - Mon - Tue - 6am to 2pmWe 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. Located in Royston, Hertfordshire, within a purpose-built facility and spacious grounds, Priory Hospital Kneesworth House is a level 2 rehabilitation service, which provides a range of specialist recovery pathways, all at one site. The hospital also provides acute and psychiatric intensive care, medium and low secure services, and bespoke therapeutic placements. Priory’s acute and PICU services aim to allow more people to be treated closer to home and we support the NHS to repatriate out-of-area patients back to local areas.
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
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This advert is for Cleaner - Part time - 24 hours with Priory Healthcare in Royston, England. It is listed as a Cleaner role. The advertised salary is £13.45 / hour. The contract type is Permanent - Full Time. Check the source advert for the latest closing date before applying.
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