Cleaner

An exciting opportunity has arisen for 2 cleaners to join our committed and friendly team at Blandford Hospital.

The successful candidates will be responsible for, achieving a high standard of cleanliness in clinical and non-clinical areas throughout Blandford Hospital and for ensuring that a clean, safe and comfortable environment is maintained for patients and visitors, Supporting the Facilities team to ensure the National cleaning standards are maintained throughout the Hospital.

Main duties include general cleaning, hoovering, mopping, high and low dusting, cleaning bathrooms and toilets and changing curtains. On the ward areas some enhanced cleaning will be required.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

A flexible approach, good communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to use your own initiative are essential.

Experience in cleaning in a care environment would be an advantage but not essential as full onsite training will be provided.

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.