Domestic/Housekeeper Assistant

• To be responsible for the effective cleaning and maintenance of all hygiene Standards
• Within a designated area/service and all of its facilities.
• To be responsible for utilising safely mechanical and electrical cleaning equipment following appropriate training as required meeting the above.
• To be responsible for the collection and safe removal of paper waste within your area/service of work.
• To provide pantry/kitchen duties including clearing of the dining area and washing up as required.
• To provide specialist cleaning (barrier/isolation) as required.
• Responsible for the safe storage and maintenance of appropriate stock and supplies and to ensure that these are available within the designated area/service.
• It is everyones responsibility to be aware of infection control procedures and to carry out relevant training.

Desirable

• Previous experience of cleaning duties and standards. Previous experience of using cleaning equipment. Previous experience of working in Mental Health/NHS. Awareness of COSHH regulations

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with a range of people including patients and staff.
• Able to complete necessary paper work as instructed to Trust requirements and standards.
• Able to follow work schedules with minimal day to day supervision after Initial training. Able to carry out duties without direct supervision after initial training
• Able to complete stores requests and submit to supervisor.
• Able to use a variety of cleaning machines. Able to move light furniture as part of cleaning duties. Able to carry out manual handling tasks on a regular basis.
• Able to identify most pressing tasks within scope of normal work schedule. Able to identify and maintain highest levels of cleaning standards at all times. Flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances.
• Able to reflect on own performance and identify training needs with Supervisor.