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Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust

About

The Purpose and Activities of DCHS?

Our purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire.

We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in people’s own homes and via virtual consultations.

During the pandemic response we have led the implementation of public vaccination centres in collaboration with partners across health and social care.

Source = Trust web-site

Contact

Address: Trust Headquarters; Ash Green Specialist Learning Disability Service; Ashgate Road; Chesterfield; Derbyshire; S42 7JE
Contact Number: 01332 564856, option 1, option 1

Find out more

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COVID-19 Vacancy

Ref: 842-PCS-6071-22-A Vacancy ID: 4976282

Hotel Services Assistant - Domestic

Closed for applications on: 8-Feb-2023 00:00

Vacancy status: Closed COVID-19 Vacancy

Closed for applications on: 8-Feb-2023 00:00

Location

Site: Whitworth Hospital
Address: 330 Bakewell Road
Town: Matlock
Postcode: DE4 2JD
Major / Minor Region: Derbyshire

Contract type & working pattern

Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part time - 16 hours per week (6am-10am, 4 days per week over 7 days on a 4 week set rota)

Salary

Salary: £20,270 - £21,318 pa, pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Grade: (NHS AfC: Band 2)

Specialty

Main area: Domestic Assistant

The Trust is currently under-represented in terms of individuals from BME backgrounds and welcomes applicants from these communities. DCHS is also an LGBT inclusive employer. Selection will be on a basis of merit. The Trust has achieved the status of a Disability Confident Leader and guarantees to invite to assessment applicants who meet the criteria for the job vacancy. To ensure the diversity of the workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action.

Be outstanding – join an outstanding team!

COVID-19 We recognise that the Covid-19 pandemic has impacted on people in different ways. Please be reassured that at DCHS we understand this and have a risk assessment process in place, where this is needed, to ensure your safety.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account

Provide an efficient, high quality domestic service within clinical and non-clinical areas including: cleaning of sanitary ware, treatment rooms, waiting areas, office areas, kitchen areas, mirrors, internal glass, high and low dusting, washing of tiled services and paintwork etc
Follow specific schedule of work relating to defined areas – though post holders are required to have a flexible approach to a daily routine and have the ability to organise and prioritise their own day to day work
Escalate issues appropriately and via correct escalation process
Ensure all incidents are raised and recorded accurately and within required timeframes and via appropriate system. i.e. Datix
Curtain changing (as per work schedule)
Economic and safe use of cleaning agents following manufacturers recommended instructions
Care and safe use of mechanical equipment e.g. floor scrubbers etc
Replenishing disposable items, e.g. hand towels, toilet rolls, soap etc and ensure correct storage of all cleaning agents and equipment
Disposal of waste in accordance with the Trust Waste Policy
Accurate completion of all required documentation to support specific service processes e.g. Barrier or Terminal cleans
Accurate completion of own timesheet
Respond to supervisory instruction regarding required rectifications following service associated audits
Comply with Infection Control guidelines and policy including colour coding system
Inform supervisor of requirements for work materials as required
Understanding and awareness of site security whilst undertaking own duties e.g. closing of windows and doors securely
Wear protective clothing as supplied by the department
Maintaining equipment and materials in a clean and tidy condition and report any faulty equipment in a timely manner
Ensure a smart and professional manner at all times
Comply with Health and Safety regulations
Attend all required Trust and service specific training
Demonstrate and explain working practices to new starters

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust (DCHS) is one of the largest providers of specialist community healthcare in England and we currently employ around 4,500 staff. We deliver a variety of services across Derbyshire, caring for nearly 1.8 million patients each year.

We deliver patient care through 11 community hospitals, 4 minor injury units, 29 health centres and a learning disability centre. Another key part of our service is out in the community where we care for people in their own homes via therapists, health visitors and district nurses, and promoting public health in the wider community. As a Trust we care for patients of all ages with a special focus on the needs of elderly people and the very young.

DCHS has been recognised as a top 10 NHS organisation to work for in the UK by the Health Service Journal and NHS Employers in their Best Places to Work 2015 campaign. The Trust is also the runner-up in the category for the best NHS community trust employer.

TWITTER/FACEBOOK - DCHS has its own Social Media accounts for recruitment. Follow us/like us via @dchsjobs

Our vision “to be the best provider of local healthcare and to be a great place to work”

Our values:

1) To get the basics right
2) To act with compassion and respect
3) To make a difference
4) To value and develop teamwork
5) To value everyone’s contribution because everyone matters

The majority of our locations offer free parking facilities for staff.

We will communicate with you regarding your application via email so please check your email account on a regular basis. If using hotmail, MSN or yahoo email accounts please check your 'junk/spam' mail regularly.

If you require any support in completing the application form please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team, 01332 564856, option 1, option 1 or dchst.recruitment@nhs.net and we will be happy to provide assistance.

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern.

Applicant requirements

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.