Job summary
- Main area
- Facilities Environmental Coordinator
- Grade
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 186-1087-25-CS
- Employer
- Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Sherwood Oaks
- Town
- Mansfield
- Salary
- £24,937 - £26,598 per annum (pro-rata for part time)
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 14/09/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Facilities Environmental Coordinator
Band 3
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Job overview
We are looking for a enthusiastic and motivated individual who have the relevant skills to join Facilities and become part of the Environmental Co-ordinator Team, in a busy in-patient setting.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
Main duties of the job
Working as part of the Facilities Services team, the post holder will support the Facilities Management Team and the Clinical Teams and be
responsible for ensuring that the environment. The post holder will have a central base and may have responsibility for community sites
including, hospitals, in-patient areas, day centres, health centres and office areas.
A full UK driving license and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Working for our organisation
#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons
We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health
We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.
The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.
The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The post holder will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to be responsible for ensuring that the site/care setting is clean, tidy, safe, comfortable and maintained to appropriate standards. Supporting the clinical team in the provision of meals for patients. Acting on own initiative, working within the provisions of the Trust Health & Safety Policy, ensuring accurate records are held.
Please note that this post may not meet the pay and skill level required for a Skilled worker visa. Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa and also does not appear on the shortage occupation list for healthcare and education. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.
Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Educated to NVQ Level 3 standard or equivalent level of knowledge and experience.
Desirable criteria
- Level 2 Food Safety Certificate.
Skills
Essential criteria
- Good administration skills.
- Ability to set up and maintain systems.
- Ability to self motivate and work as part of a team.
- Effective time management and ability to withstand pressure.
- Good communications skills.
- Meeting accurate deadlines.
- Self-confident, flexible and reliable.
Training
Essential criteria
- Ability to undertake all mandatory training as required by the individual site.
- Ability to undertake any necessary skills and competency training required by the post.
Desirable criteria
- Level 2 Health & Safety Certificate.
- Level 3 Food Safety Certificate.
- I. L.M level 3 or N.E.B.S.S Certificate or equivalent qualification.
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting.
- Previous experience of working to Health and Safety legislation.
Desirable criteria
- Experience in undertaking audits.
- Experience using Microsoft packages.
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Understanding of Infection Control.
- Knowledge of Health & Safety including COSHH/risk assessments/manual handling activities.
- Knowledge of stock control procedures.
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of relevant NHS procedures and practices, including legal requirements.
Contractual Requirements
Essential criteria
- Comply to Personal Appearance Standards and Personal Protective Equipment (Staff Uniform).
- A full, current UK driving licence and access to a vehicle fit and insured for business use are required for this post. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled staff in line with the Equality Act 2010.
- To attend training on other sites within the Nottinghamshire NHS Trust.
Desirable criteria
- Experienced driver, able to drive Trust vehicle.
Values & Behaviours
Essential criteria
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Values - Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork.
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role.
Physical Requirements
Essential criteria
- Has the ability to perform the full range of duties.
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
- Sarah Ward
- Job title
- Facilities Co-ordinator
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01159691300
- Additional information
ext 14331
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