The Cleaning Operative joins York Teaching Hospital Facilities Management at York Hospital. The work is to keep assigned wards and areas clean, including specialist cleaning and safe use of machinery and cleaning products. This permanent post offers weekday shifts of 07:30-15:30, 14:00-22:00, 17:00-20:00 or 17:00-22:00, and weekend shifts of 07:30-14:00, 14:00-20:00 or 17:00-20:00; the service operates around the clock, and extra hours may be available. Applicants need basic literacy, numeracy and English communication, and must be willing to undertake relevant training.
What the job involves
- Clean assigned wards and areas in line with their work schedules
- Carry out specialist cleaning under guidance from the Facilities Supervisor, Nurse in Charge or Infection Prevention Department
- Lift items and operate cleaning machinery, including industrial-standard equipment
- Use machinery and equipment safely, following training to avoid endangering yourself or others
- Use cleaning materials and disposables economically, and store them safely and securely
- Use the correct colour-coded equipment to prevent cross-contamination
- Work without immediate supervision, prioritising tasks and using initiative
- Maintain cleaning standards and pride in work when tasks are under time or other pressures
- Work at York Hospital
Qualifications
- Good basic education, including reading, writing and basic numeracy
- Willingness to complete relevant qualifications or training when required
Skills & knowledge
- Understanding of the importance of hygiene
- Understanding of health and safety, including COSHH, infection prevention and control, and safe use of cleaning equipment and machinery
- Use, experience and knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook
- Effective communication with patients, employees and visitors
- Ability to read, write and converse in English
Nice to have
- Experience in a similar role or industry
- BICSc qualification, NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning or equivalent
What's offered
- NHS Pension Scheme, including benefits for dependants
- 27 days' holiday, rising to 33 days depending on NHS Trust service
- Relocation support of up to 30% of salary, capped at £18,000, for eligible hard-to-fill posts
- Paid and unpaid leave, with flexible-working requests considered from the start of employment
- Confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- NHS Car Lease and Cycle to Work schemes
- Learning and development opportunities
- Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance
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Cleaning Operative - York employer: Bidvane
The Medical Centre is an exceptional employer for General Practitioners, offering a supportive work environment across two sites with a strong focus on patient-centred care. With flexible session options and a commitment to professional development, employees benefit from a collaborative team culture that values continuous learning and quality improvement. Located in a vibrant community, the practice provides unique opportunities to engage with diverse patient needs while enjoying the advantages of NHS pension and comprehensive employment benefits.
