Job summaryThere is an exciting opportunity for a Cleaner to support our services at St Ann's Hospital.This post is 15.00 hours 7.5 hrs Saturday and Sunday 7.00am till 3.00pmThe successful candidate(s) will be responsible for achieving a high standard of cleanliness in a clinical ward based environment and also non-clinical areas throughout the main hospital, ensuring that a clean, safe and comfortable environment is maintained. Full on-site training is provided and PPE provision is also included.Employment in this post requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.Main duties of the jobTo support the Facilities Manager in their role and to ensure that the standard of cleanliness within the Trust is implemented andmaintained.Main duties will include vacuuming, mopping, general cleaning/damp dusting, cleaning bathrooms, toilets, emptying bins, use of mechanical floor cleaning machines.This role involves working as a team, with a flexible approach, good communication skills and the ability to use your own initiative.All the above vacancies offer an opportunity to work extra hours as able - to cover sickness and staff holidays.Good pay rates, 27 day annual leave per year to start plus BH and weekend enhancements if requiredRecommend a friend or family member and earn cash!Do you have a friend or family member you would recommend to join us? Or do you know someone who wants to return to practice in the NHS? If the person you refer is appointed by the Trust and completes their probationary period you will receive £500 reward payment for the introduction! Please contact the recruitment team if you require further info!About usAt Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.netPerson SpecificationKnowledge, skills and trainingEssentialGood communication skillsKnowledge of COSHH, induction and on-going trainingDesirableLevel 2 in Basic Food Hygiene Certificate or working towardsLevel 2 in Housekeeping or working towardsExperienceEssentialPrevious experience in a similar roleFinance / ResourcesEssentialKnowledge of stock control procedures and methodsInformation Technology / ResourcesEssentialBasic IT skillsAdditional requirementsEssentialDemonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Employer detailsEmployer nameDorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation TrustAddressSt Ann's HospitalHaven RoadCanford Cliffs, PooleBH13 7LNEmployer's websitehttps://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)