We are looking to recruit a Team of Cleanliness Monitoring Officers, who will be responsible for undertaking cleanliness monitoring in line with NHS National Cleaning Specifications. This will involve the use of a computerised audit tool across all our Trust sites.
The successful candidates will be working as an integral part of the Facilities Management Compliance Team, within the Finance Directorate.
A good standard of literacy, numeracy and good written and verbal communication skills are crucial. A full clean driving license and good computer skills are required together with an understanding of cleaning methods, including standards and knowledge of quality auditing and monitoring.
A good understanding of the regulatory requirements, including Patient Led Assessments of the Care Environment (PLACE) is essential.
Candidates must be flexible in their approach, innovative, with the ability to support their colleagues and work as part of a team.
The ability to transport yourself and equipment across the locality during the course of a normal working day is required for this vacancy.
Undertake cleanliness monitoring on all Trust properties to an agreed standard using computerised quality management tool.
Complete action plans for areas of non compliance.
Investigation of any areas of concerns/discrepancies highlighted during monitoring and provide feedback to the appropriate staff/managers.
Identification and promotion of good practice, particularly in relation to cleaning, providing recommendations for action following poor audit results, where appropriat
Participation in internal compliance audits, where appropriate.
Ensure any changes to the Trust’s room data is reported and recorded appropriately within Facilities Management.
Liaise with operational managers and staff on a daily basis on overall cleanliness performance levels.
Liaison with Ward & Department Managers on any issues identified within their areas, again including recommendations for action where appropriate.
The department aims to maintain the goodwill and confidence of its staff, service users and the general public. To assist in achieving this objective it is essential at all times for employees to carry out their duties in a courteous and sympathetic manner. Each member of a team is expected to establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with other members. Positive relationships are characterised by open communication, trust and respect.
Our benefits

WE OFFER A RANGE OF BENEFITS TO SUPPORT OUR STAFF INCLUDING:

Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully . If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.
A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust’s dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit you r application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds . If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr. recruitment@nhs.net .
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
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