Job overview
Domestic Services Department pride ourselves on the high standards of cleanliness throughout our services. Healthcare Cleaners are a valued member of the Healthcare Team and are respected for the work they do.
Healthcare Cleaners provide a range of cleaning duties across the Trust and support services to ensure a safe, efficient and effective service to all patients, staff and visitors is delivered.
Shift pattern Monday to Friday 15:30 - 19:00 contracted 17.5 hours a week. Band 2 post.
Main duties of the job
- Basic knowledge of cleaning standards and previous experience of working in a hospital environment, which can include wards, outpatient/clinical areas.
- You must be able to work alone or as part of a team.
- If you are proactive and think you can help us to maintain our standards and contribute to the positive experience of our patients, we would like to invite you to apply.
- Deliver the highest standards of cleaning service to the ward at all times observing work schedules and The National Specifications for cleanliness in the NHS requirements.
- Changing window nets, curtains, screen and bed curtains wipe/wash nets and shower curtains periodically, making beds in residential areas.
- Damp wiping of all furniture, fixtures and fittings, ledges, pipes, tiles, glass partitions, walls, doors and panels, internal window blinds.
- The successful candidates will receive full induction training.
Closing date of applications: 16 October 2025
Interview date: 30 October 2025
Working for our organisation
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together. Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
In return we will offer development opportunities, both professional and leadership development, ongoing support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond. Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes.
Key facts: UHDB is a large employer with extensive services and opportunities for staff and a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. The Trust actively encourages applications from a diverse pool of talent and backgrounds and guarantees interview for Armed Forces veterans who meet essential criteria and for candidates who disclose a disability and meet essential criteria.
We may withdraw this post before the closing date if a high number of applications are received; please apply early to avoid disappointment.
Details about the role and requirements
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB – this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
- Have knowledge of Health and Safety policies and procedures
- Have knowledge of infection control guidance and procedures
Skills
- Basic knowledge of cleaning principles
- Knowledge of COSHH
Our Trust aims to provide the highest quality care to patients within Derbyshire and South East Staffordshire and we want the very best people to work with us.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
If we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
At UHDB, we offer different ways to work flexibly to each and every one of our colleagues. We are open to discussing part-time/reduced hours/compressed hours/flexible start and finish times/fixed or versatile shifts/annualised hours/term-time hours/hybrid working.
We can’t promise to give you exactly what you want, but we do promise to work with you to look at all available options. Most posts are subject to a DBS check; having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from employment. Any DBS costs may be charged to new employees where required for their role.
All correspondence relating to your application will be sent via the TRAC system account. Please regularly check your emails, including junk/spam.
UK visa requirements may apply for non-UK applicants. See details about migration and rights to work in the UK on the Trust site.
During employment, UHDB collects, stores and processes personal information about staff. Our Privacy Notice is available on the Trust website: information-governance
Contact
Name: Carol Green, Job title: Facilities Supervisor, Email:, Telephone: 07385 367275
We’d love to hear from you! If you have any questions about the role, team, or working environment, feel free to get in touch for an informal chat. Speaking with us before applying is optional but can help you decide if this opportunity is right for you.
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