Job summary
- Main area
- Domestic
- Grade
- Band 2
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time - 16 hours per week
- Job ref
- 152-S181.25
- Employer
- Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Westminster Memorial hospital
- Town
- Shaftesbury
- Salary
- £10,438 p.a.
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 18/02/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Facilities Assistant
Band 2
Job overview
Westminster Memorial Hospital in Shaftesbury are looking for someone to join their facilities team. The role includes working mainly as a cleaner but also being trained as a porter and in the kitchen to cover for sickness and annual leave.
This is a part time role of 16 hours per week. The post holder may be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
The shift pattern is stretched over a 4 week period and working one weekend in a month with enhanced pay.
Shifts are:
Week 1: Tuesday 8-12, Wednesday 14-18, Thursday 14-18, Friday 8-12
Week 2 - Monday 8-12, Wednesday 14-18, Thursday 14-18 Friday 8-12
Week 3- Saturday & Sunday 8-12, Wednesday 14-18, Thursday 14-18, Friday 8-12
Week 4 - Wednesday 14-18, Thursday 14-18, Friday 8-12
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
Main duties of the job
Cleaning - Cleaning clinical areas and admin areas in accordance with the NHS cleaning standards
Portering - removal of waste from site
Catering - catering assistant role this includes cooking light hot meals, sandwiches, salads etc
Employment in this post requires a Standard 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.
Please contact Mark Green, Facilities Supervisor for further information on 01747 475232
Working for our organisation
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 create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidate’s individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]
Person specification
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING
Essential criteria
- Level 2 in Housekeeping or working towards
- Able to prioritise workload
Desirable criteria
- Level 2 in Basic Food Hygiene Certificate or working towards
- Knowledge of COSHH, induction and on-going training.
EXPERIENCE
Essential criteria
- Previous experience in a similar role
- Knowledge of stock control procedures and methods
PERSONAL QUALITIES/ATTRIBUTES
Essential criteria
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of the team
- Good communication skills
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES
Essential criteria
- Basic IT skills
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Mark Green
- Job title
- Facilities Supervisor
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01747 475232
- Additional information
mobile number - 07353892427
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