Job Description

Domestic Hospital Cleaner

Are you passionate about creating clean and safe environments? Do you want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and staff in a healthcare setting? If so, we invite you to apply for the Domestic Hospital Cleaner position with our client in the public services sector!

Summary:

Start date: ASAP

Duration: 3 months with strong potential for extension and temp to perm opportunities

Location: Swindon

Pay Rate: 12.71 per hour

Hours: 28 hours per week - 7am - 3pm - 4 days on 4 days off

Key Purpose:

As a Domestic Hospital Cleaner, you'll play a vital role in maintaining a hygienic and safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors within the hospital. Your contributions will be essential in reducing the risk of healthcare-associated infections, especially for our most vulnerable patients.

What You'll Do:

General Cleaning Duties:

Perform daily cleaning tasks like mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and wiping down surfaces.

Clean various areas, including wards, toilets, corridors, waiting rooms, and treatment areas.

Undertake scheduled deep cleans, including isolation rooms and high-risk areas.

Use hospital-approved cleaning chemicals and equipment safely and effectively.

Infection Prevention and Control:

Follow strict cleaning protocols in line with infection prevention guidelines.

Understand and apply zoning techniques for clean and dirty areas.

Ensure high-touch surfaces are cleaned regularly and thoroughly.

Use colour-coded materials to prevent cross-contamination.

Health & Safety Compliance:

Apply COSHH regulations in all cleaning activities.

Wear appropriate PPE and ensure it's disposed of correctly.

Report incidents or hazards to your supervisor immediately.

Teamwork and Communication:

Work collaboratively with nursing and ward staff to align cleaning schedules with patient care needs.

Communicate effectively with colleagues and supervisors.

Maintain professionalism and courtesy while working around patients and their families.

What We're Looking For:

Essential Qualifications:

Basic literacy and numeracy skills.

Understanding of basic Health & Safety principles.

Previous cleaning experience in a healthcare or similar environment.

Customer service skills and clear verbal communication.

Desirable Qualifications:

Level 2 qualification in Cleaning Support Services.

Experience in infection control environments.

Awareness of healthcare cleaning standards.

Skills & Personal Attributes:

Attention to detail and good time management.

Ability to follow protocols effectively.

Reliable, trustworthy, and patient-focused.

Why Join Us?

Be a crucial part of a dedicated team that prioritises patient safety and cleanliness.

Work in a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and development.

Make a real difference in the healthcare community!

If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge and contribute to maintaining high hygiene standards in a healthcare environment, we want to hear from you!

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