Cleaner

The following are the core responsibilities of the cleaner:

1. To maintain cleaning standards using the recognised quality control procedures as detailed within the National standards of healthcare cleanliness 2021.
2. For auditing purposes, to maintain robust cleaning records to detail activity.
3. To follow the cleaning schedule as promulgated in the Cleaning standards and schedule policy.
4. To ensure that the correct cleaning methods are observed.
5. To use cleaning equipment in a safe and effective manner, adhering to manufacturers' instructions.
6. To replenish all consumable items (hand towels, toilet roll etc.) as required.
7. To remove general waste in accordance with the Waste Management Policy and in consideration of the organisations Environmental and Sustainability Policy.
8. Always adhere to the colour coding system for cleaning equipment, seeking appropriate guidance if required.
9. Ensure all cleaning materials are stored in a safe and secure manner, adhering to COSHH, HASAW and other legislative acts and guidance.
10. To undertake legionella flushing of systems within the organisation.
11. To maintain communication and report any faulty equipment or defects to the Operational Manager as soon as practically possible.
12. Participate in cleanliness audits and follow audit action plans to rectify any identified areas for improvement.

Main duties of the job

To ensure that the standard of cleanliness within the organisation is implemented and maintained ensuring a clean environment for patient care in accordance with the National Standards for Healthcare Cleanliness 2021. Detailed information relating to the expected standards are contained within the Cleaning Standards and Schedule Policy.

A schedule of cleaning has been added to each area throughout the organisation. The Cleaner is to maintain detailed records of activity for regular and robust cleaning audits.

To correctly dispose of waste in accordance with the Waste Management Policy whilst also considering the organisations obligations as detailed within the Environmental and Sustainability Policy.

To maintain good communications with the operational manager.

About us

Huntcliff Surgery's main objective is ensuring that our patients receive the optimum level of care available. Our Practice Mission Statement is as follows:

Our wish is to accommodate the needs of our patients while promoting self-reliance. There is an emphasis on the prevention of illness while maintaining the traditional values of family medicine. We hope to provide a friendly personalised service.

Person Specification

Skills

• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow policy and procedure and prioritise workload.
• Ability to effectively manage stock.
• Knowledge of COSHH and HASAW requirements.

Other

• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours.
• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to conduct the full range of duties and responsibilities.

Personal Qualities

• Polite and confident.
• Flexible and cooperative.
• Motivated.
• High levels of integrity and loyalty.

Qualifications

• City and Guilds Level 2 or a related cleaning qualification (or working towards).

Experience

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Experience working in a healthcare setting.

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.