The closing date is 14th Jul 2026
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Anticipated Interview date(s) 21/07/26
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Job summary
The Generic worker:
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.
The post holder 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. Provision of patient and staff food. Transfer of domestic and clinical waste.
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.
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Main duties, tasks & skills required
The Generic worker:
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.
The post holder 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. Provision of patient and staff food. Transfer of clinical and domestic waste.
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.
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About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
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.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
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Job description
For a full breakdown of the role with a detailed person specification please see the full attached job description.
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Person specification
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Qualifications
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Essential
Basic Maths and English
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Desirable
Level 2 food hygiene
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Experience
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Essential
Experience working within a commercial catering or cleaning environment
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Additional Criteria
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Essential
Ability to use IT skills
Ability to undertake physical tasks
Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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For help with your application, contact:
Diana Sayyed
[email protected]
01458836495
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Pay scheme
Agenda for Change
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Band
Band 2
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Salary
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£22383.00 to £22383.00 Yearly
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Contract
Permanent
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Working pattern
Part-Time
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Reference number
184-OL-PU-5329
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Job locations
West Mendip Community Hospital
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