Job summary

St Andrews Ward in Well's would like to invite a Service Assistant (Cleaner / Cook) to join their friendly team.

The ward provides assessment and treatment of acute mental ill health to adults of working age.

We are a very caring and close-knit team with a focus on supporting each other through the challenges of working on an acute ward so we can continue to make a difference.

Please note that St Andrews Ward is due to move to Yeovil in Summer 2024

Main duties of the job

You'll be joining a team of Service Assistants who are responsible for the cleaning of the unit, following a planned, methodical approach in order to ensure all areas are included.

Examples of areas cleaned are toilets, bathrooms, bedrooms, lounges, offices, external patio areas and the immediate external vicinity of entrances.

You'll also support with the food preparation for the ward using cook / freeze preparation, which does not require advanced cooking skills.

No experience is necessary as full training and support will be provided. What's most important is a compassionate nature and a willingness to learn.

We have full or part time hours available, working across the 7-day week. The shift are 7am-3pm or 10am - 6pm.

About us

As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, fantastic pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.

The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines.

You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.

There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.

You will to experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone!

Job description

Job responsibilities

• As part of the Ward Cleaning Schedule and cleaning products listing, ensure the safe storage and use of cleaning products.
• Maintain cleaning equipment to a high standard
• Undertake the provision of a meals and beverage service.
• The handling and safe storage of all waste.

Please see attached job description for more information.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 or willing to work towards
• Food Hygiene Level 2

Knowledge & Experience

Desirable

• Knowledge of COSHH procedures
• Experience of either catering / cleaning / portering in a commercial environment

Last updated : 2024-04-23