Position: NHS AfC: Band 2
Location: Manchester Foundation Trust, Manchester,UK
Company: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT)
Job Description/Overview
The Domestic Support Worker will be responsible for maintaining a clean and hygienic environment for Trust staff, patients, and visitors, in line with the National Standards of Cleanliness. The role includes carrying out cleaning tasks across wards, offices, and departments to support a safe healthcare environment.
Key Responsibilities
Cleaning Services: Provide scheduled cleaning services for wards, offices, and departments.
Waste Disposal: Safely dispose of domestic and clinical waste according to Infection Control and Waste Disposal Policies.
Surface Cleaning: Perform high and low-level dusting, clean sanitary fixtures, replenish consumables, and maintain floor surfaces.
Equipment Maintenance: Regularly check, clean, and maintain cleaning equipment and report any faults.
Ad-hoc Requests: Respond to specific cleaning requests as directed, ensuring infection control standards are met.
Qualifications
Ability to work as part of a team
Good communication skills
Ability to understand and follow instructions
Experience
Experience in a domestic or similar environment is desirable
Understanding of Health and Safety practices is preferred
Skills
Initiative and ability to work under pressure
Professionalism, care, and compassion when interacting with patients and visitors
Awareness of COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) regulations (desirable)
How to Apply
Apply online via the MFT Careers page. For inquiries, contact Beverley Ogrady at beverley.ogrady@sodexo.com.
Additional Information
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Part-time (15 hours per week, Saturday-Sunday, 07:00-15:00)
Salary: £23,615 per annum (pro rata)
Special Requirements: Subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check due to access to vulnerable individuals.
Who Can Apply
Open to all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, or sexual orientation. MFT values diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Email: resourcing@mft.nhs.uk
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