Facilities Assistant (Crediton)
Closing date: 10 July 2026
The post holder will work as an integral part of the Hospital Facilities team ensuring a high quality service to patients. Core duties include general environmental cleaning in all areas of the hospital and providing breakfast, lunch and supper services to patients (food & beverages). The role requires strict compliance with Trust Infection Control Policies and a commitment to maintaining a hygienic and clean environment for patients, staff and visitors at all times.
Job responsibilities
- Deliver general environmental cleaning across the hospital.
- Provide breakfast, lunch and supper service to patients.
- Observe Trust Infection Control Policies and minimise risk of healthcare-associated infection.
- Maintain a hygienic and clean environment for patients, staff and visitors, ensuring the highest standards at all times.
- Respect patient privacy, dignity and confidentiality at all times.
- Work as part of a team but also be confident to work unsupervised when required.
- Show enthusiasm, flexibility and a passion for cleanliness.
- Have a keen eye for detail and previous experience in a cleaning environment (previous hospital experience not essential).
Working Pattern
Monday – Friday 07:00-11:00
Interview Date
To Be Confirmed
Contract
Fixed term contract until 09/06/2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.
Contact
Mark Turl: 07770 803462, mark.turl@nhs.netKayleigh Bristow: 07483 444891, kayleigh.bristow@nhs.net
Inclusive Employer
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and ‘At Risk’ status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
Benefits
- Health and wellbeing support, including occupational health services, counselling and onsite wellbeing activities.
- Paid annual leave starting at 27 days plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
- Comprehensive NHS Pension scheme.
- Salary sacrifice options, Car lease schemes, National discount services such as the Blue Light Card, and health service discounts.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Other staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options.
- Potential support for care certificates, degrees or leadership qualifications.
- Flexible working schemes and family‑friendly policies.
Person Specification
General Requirements: See job description text above.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer name
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
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