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Domestic -Harplands Hospital at Serco Limited
London, United Kingdom


Job Descrption
Domestic AssistantHarplands Hospital, ST4 6RR12-month Fixed Term Contract37.5 hours per week22,739.75 plus benefits At Harplands Hospital, we have an exciting opportunity for a Domestic Assistant to join the team. You will be responsible for providing a high-quality cleaning, catering and general support service to the ward-based team ensuring a pleasant, homely environment for the patients. We are looking for a reliable, self-motivated individual with a customer service focus to help provide the best service possible. Main Accountabilities:
Clean and maintain the work area in line with work schedules and in an efficient manner, ensuring a safe environment for all. Follow best practice procedures associated with cleaning and control of infection. Ensure all cleaning equipment is used correctly and then cleaned and stored away after use. Also, to check the equipment before use for any faults. Set tables, and correctly serve patients with three main meals per day, in addition to any... drinks/snacks required. Take the temperature of meals before serving. Ensure accurate records are kept of all food temperatures and amounts of daily food wastage. Clear and load the dishwasher with all patients' crockery and cutlery, ensuring there is always enough items for each mealtime. Liaise with the nurses and catering staff regarding numbers of patients and any special food requirements, to ensure patients are provided with the correct meals. Help and support patients in choosing their food and drinks where necessary. To be helpful, friendly, professional and compassionate with all patients, visitors and staff in the Unit. Take part in any other training required. Ensure good communication (listening, talking, reading) with patients, visitors, staff and colleagues in the unit. Undertake other duties as required, following appropriate training. Co-operate fully in ensuring compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. Take reasonable care of your own safety and that of others who may be affected by your acts of omissions, including patients, staff and visitors. Fire safety; follow the Trust's fire safety procedures and direction from the ward-based team.
What you'll need to do the role:
Good standard of general education (NVQ Level 1 or 2 in Cleaning Building interiors is desirable). Basic Health and Safety certificate is desirable. Able to obtain certificates in Food Hygiene. Good reading and writing ability. Numeracy skills. Experience in a customer-focused environment. Understanding of maintaining a clean environment. Able to communicate clearly with others. Be sensitive and understanding. Able to use own initiative. Receptive to change. Have compassion, confidence and able to work well as part of a skilled team. Experience of working in a hospital is desirable. Able to work additional hours often without prior notice and when required.
What we offer:
Salary: Competitive salaries with annual reviews. Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme. Holidays: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. Training and development: We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression. Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres. Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel. ShareSave scheme: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period. Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community. Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.
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