Domestic Long Term Sickness Cover - 24 hours
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 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: 24 hours 15.30pm - 22.00pm 4 days on 4 days off
As a Domestic 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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.
- Level 2 qualification in Cleaning Support Services.
- Experience in infection control environments.
- Awareness of NHS cleaning standards.
- Attention to detail and good time management.
- Ability to follow protocols effectively.
- Reliable, trustworthy, and patient-focused.
- 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!
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