Hospital Support Assistant – MRI

Hospital Support Assistant – MRI

Closing date: 22 June 2026

We are looking for a member of staff to work 6:00 am to 2:00 pm on a rota system, providing support for cleaning and catering duties within the hospital.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to National Patient Safety Agency Cleaning and Publicly Available Specification (PAS) by implementing ward cleaning schedules.
• Carry out spot cleaning of floors, toilets and other areas and respond promptly to spillages using appropriate equipment.
• Use and store chemicals in accordance with COSHH procedures.
• Minimise disruption during work procedures.
• Provide direct beverage service and prepare and serve meals, collecting completed menu cards.
• Clean ward kitchen, crockery, cutlery and equipment in line with Environmental Health and departmental policies, including operation of dishwashing machines.
• Maintain high personal hygiene and follow Catering Hygiene Policy/Food Handling Policy, using correct mix ratios in line with COSHH.
• Clear food and drink spillages promptly and keep patient tables and trays clean and hygienic.
• Flush little used outlets (LUO) in line with Trust Management of legionella policies.
• Complete mandatory training within specified timeframes and undertake role‑specific training if required.
• Demonstrate leadership by supporting new or less experienced staff during induction.
• Assist patients and clients during contact, addressing communication barriers when necessary.
• Verbalise patient comments, positive or negative, to line manager or ward staff.
• Report requisition or maintenance needs for equipment to the appropriate person.
• Maintain work records including fridge and food temperature checks, cleaning and flushing records, in line with departmental procedure.
• Participate in audits and surveys, recording faults and reporting them to the appropriate person.

Qualifications and Experience

• oLevel 1 English & Maths or demonstrated proficiency in spoken English and basic mathematics.
• Food safety awareness training, or willingness to undertake induction and on‑the‑job training to meet required food safety standards.
• Previous experience of cleaning or catering within the NHS.
• General cleaning or catering duties experience.
• Experience working in an NHS environment or care setting.
• Experience engaging with customers.
• Demonstrated teamwork skills.
• Passion for working within the NHS.
• Flexibility within the role.

Employment Conditions

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any prior convictions.

Equal Opportunities

We welcome applications irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender identity and expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances.

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