Generic Facilities Assistant

We are looking for a dedicated Facilities Service Assistant to join our team at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. This vital role supports patient care by maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment at West Mendip Hospital.

This post is for 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning patient rooms, bathrooms, ward areas, offices, and public spaces.
• Supporting catering services, including meal preparation and delivery.
• Assisting with portering tasks such as transporting equipment, linen, and supplies.
• Maintaining stock levels and ensuring safe use of cleaning equipment and chemicals (COSHH compliance).
• Participating in mandatory training (Fire Safety, Infection Control, Moving & Handling).

Qualifications & Person Specification

Please see attached Job Description for detailed qualifications and person specification.

Benefits

• Flexible working options to help balance work and life.
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Strong focus on career development.
• Access to Blue Light Card for discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities.
• Staff discounts and NHS‑specific perks.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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