Job summary
Specific duties will be discussed at interview to meet service requirement.
You will work closely with the Facilities Housekeeper, Facilities Team Leader and other Facilities Staff, Matron, Facilities Head of Catering and where applicable some Heads of Departments.
You will be directed by the Facilities Team Leader to carry out a range of duties for the needs of the service.
The cleaning of the work environment following a planned and methodical approach in order to ensure all areas are included.
Examples of areas cleaned are toilets, bathrooms, and patient's single rooms, ward areas, patient's day rooms, and lounges, offices, meeting rooms, external patio areas and the immediate external vicinity of entrances, outpatients departments, kitchens and sanitary areas.
The post holder will be require to resolve fault finding on equipment used or change in cleaning schedules.
Participate in training as directed by the Facilities Team Leader. This would include training in cleaning techniques and mandatory training such as Fire Safety, Moving & Handing, COSHH, and Infection Control.
Working alongside and supporting apprentices with their daily duties, using a buddy system, ensuring they fully understand all Health and Safety aspects of the role, Trust policies and procedures.
Complete actions for environmental audits as required to monitor standards of cleanliness.
Main duties of the job
The Generic worker:
The post holder will be directed by the Facilities Team Leader to carry out a range of duties for the needs of the service.
About us
A fantastic opportunity has become available to join the team at the new Bridgwater Diagnostic Centre located at Bridgwater Community Hospital. This is an exciting time to become part of a growing service whilst helping to deliver excellent patient careWe are looking for enthusiastic, reliable, and dedicated Cleaners to support the delivery of a high-quality cleaning service within this modern healthcare environment. Successful candidates will play a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff.Working Hours 0600 09007 day service, including weekends and bank holidays on a rota basisThis is an excellent opportunity to join Somerset NHS Foundation Trust and be part of an exciting new development that will make a real difference to healthcare services across SomersetJoin us and help make the Bridgwater Diagnostic Centre a clean, safe, and welcoming place for everyone.Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breath-taking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
Details
- Date posted: 21 August 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 2
- Salary: £22,383 to £22,383 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Part-time
- Reference number: 184-OL-PU-5470
- Job locations: Bridgwater Community Hospital, Bower Lane, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4GU, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
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This advert is for Facilities Service Assistant with Somerset NHS Foundation Trust in Bridgwater Community Hospital, Bower Lane, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4GU, United Kingdom, United Kingdom. It is listed as a Band 2 Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £22383.00 to £22383.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 01 Sep 2026.
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