Facilities Service Assistant

The closing date is 31st Jul 2026 /*generated inline style */ Job summary Specific duties will be discussed at interview to meet service requirement. You will work closely with the Facilities Housekeeper, Facilities Team Leader and other Facilities Staff, Matron, Facilities Head of Catering and where applicable some Heads of Departments. You will be directed by the Facilities Team Leader to carry out a range of duties for the needs of the service. The cleaning of the work environment following a planned and methodical approach in order to ensure all areas are included. Examples of areas cleaned are toilets, bathrooms, and patient's single rooms, ward areas, patient's day rooms, and lounges, offices, meeting rooms, external patio areas and the immediate external vicinity of entrances, outpatients departments, kitchens and sanitary areas. The post holder will be require to resolve fault finding on equipment used or change in cleaning schedules. Participate in training as directed by the Facilities Team Leader. This would include training in cleaning techniques and mandatory training such as Fire Safety, Moving & Handing, COSHH, and Infection Control. Working alongside and supporting apprentices with their daily duties, using a buddy system, ensuring they fully understand all Health and Safety aspects of the role, Trust policies and procedures. Complete actions for environmental audits as required to monitor standards of cleanliness. /*generated inline style */ Main duties, tasks & skills required The Generic worker: Specific duties will be discussed at interview to meet service requirement. You will work closely with the Facilities Housekeeper, Facilities Team Leader and other Facilities Staff, Matron, Facilities Head of Catering and where applicable some Heads of Departments. The post holder will be directed by the Facilities Team Leader to carry out a range of duties for the needs of the service. The cleaning of the work environment following a planned and methodical approach in order to ensure all areas are included. Examples of areas cleaned are toilets, bathrooms, and patient's single rooms, ward areas, patient's day rooms, and lounges, offices, meeting rooms, external patio areas and the immediate external vicinity of entrances, outpatients departments, kitchens and sanitary areas. The post holder will be require to resolve fault finding on equipment used or change in cleaning schedules. Participate in training as directed by the Facilities Team Leader. This would include training in cleaning techniques and mandatory training such as Fire Safety, Moving & Handing, COSHH, and Infection Control. Working alongside and supporting apprentices with their daily duties, using a buddy system, ensuring they fully understand all Health and Safety aspects of the role, Trust policies and procedures. Complete actions for environmental audits as required to monitor standards of cleanliness. /*generated inline style */ About us A fantastic opportunity has become available to join the team at the new Bridgwater Diagnostic Centre located at Bridgwater Community Hospital. This is an exciting time to become part of a growing service whilst helping to deliver excellent patient care We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable, and dedicated Cleaners to support the delivery of a high-quality cleaning service within this modern healthcare environment. Successful candidates will play a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Working Hours day service, including weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis This is an excellent opportunity to join Somerset NHS Foundation Trust and be part of an exciting new development that will make a real difference to healthcare services across Somerset Join us and help make the Bridgwater Diagnostic Centre a clean, safe, and welcoming place for everyone. Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work. Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breath-taking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London. /*generated inline style */ Job description For a full breakdown of the role with a detailed person specification please see the full attached job description. /*generated inline style */ Person specification /*generated inline style */ Qualifications /*generated inline style */ Essential Please see attached Job Description /*generated inline style */ 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. /*generated inline style */ For help with your application, contact: James Porter /*generated inline style */ Pay scheme Agenda for Change /*generated inline style */ Band Band 2 /*generated inline style */ Salary /*generated inline style */ £22383.00 to £22383.00 Yearly /*generated inline style */ Contract Permanent /*generated inline style */ Working pattern Part-Time /*generated inline style */ Reference number /*generated inline style */ Job locations Bridgwater Community Hospital Bower Lane Bridgwater Somerset TA6 4GU /*generated inline style */