Cleaning Assistant - St Helier
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Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
Cleaning Assistant - St Helier
The closing date is 06 November 2026
Job summary
PreviousApplicants who have applied over the last 9 months need not apply
We are looking for caring and detailed oriented cleaners to make a real difference to our patients and their families.
* Pleasenote this opportunity is NOT AgendaForChange and terms & conditions vary from Agenda for Change*
Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals Trust are excited to be recruiting for new Cleaning Assistants tomaintaincleanliness within our hospitals and environments, contributing to a healthy patient experience. Whilst this can be a physically challenging role it reapsgreat jobsatisfaction in the knowledge post holders can make a real difference, ensuring that we provide the best possible environment toassistpatient recovery.
Please note that whilst we provide a 24/7 service we are currently recruiting for variouspart timeroles, working days, evenings,nightsand weekends. Availability will be discussed at any potential interviews
Main duties of the job
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Provides cleaning servicesin accordance withtraining, throughout the hospital as assigned by their Supervisor/Manager.
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Ensureshigh standardsof cleaning within both clinical and non-clinical areas of the hospital. All areas are to be cleaned to the prevailing standards.
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Cleans ward areas according to a schedule ensuring the environment is to the highest standard, and that infection risks are kept to a minimum. For example; high dusting, damp dusting, floor area, fixtures and fittings, low dusting
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Responsible for cleaning during and after reported infectious outbreaks to reduce / remove the risk of infection throughout the hospital.
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Brings to the attention of the line manager anyapparentdeficiencies in systems of work or equipmentprovided thatpose danger or risks to health and safety.
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Clean clinical & non-clinical areas (including sanitary areas and thoroughfares), ensuring the hospital is perceived as clean from the moment of entry.
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Carries out ad-hoc tasks as required by their supervisor to ensure the hospitalremainscontractually compliant
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Provides a great level of customer service to all patients,staffand various stakeholders
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About us
We offeran extensive range of services, includingcancer,pathology,surgery, andgynaecologyto over 490,000 people insouth westLondon andnorth eastSurrey. Weoperatetwo busy general hospitals,Epsom HospitalandSt Helier Hospital, andrun services from other locations, includingSutton Hospital. We are also part of two innovativeintegratedcare partnerships -Sutton Health and Careand Surrey Downs Health and Care.
St Helier Hospital is home to theSouth West Thames Renal and Transplantation UnitandQueen Mary's Hospital for Children, while Epsom Hospital is home to theSouth West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC). Both Epsom and St Helier hospitals haveAccident and Emergency departments (A&E)andMaternity services (Obstetrics).
Withnearly 900,000people coming to our hospitals for care and treatment every year, our almost 5,000 staff and 500 volunteers work around the clock to keep our busy hospitals running smoothly.
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£12.92 an hour
per hour plus HCAS Outer
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time,
Part-time
Reference number
343-8199756-FM-SC-A
Job locations
St Helier Hospital
Wrythe Lane
Carlshlton
SM5 1AA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
* Please note this opportunity is NOT Agenda For Change and terms & conditions vary from Agenda for Change*
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
* Please note this opportunity is NOT Agenda For Change and terms & conditions vary from Agenda for Change*
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Able to read, write and converse in English
- Able to understand and following written and verbal instructions
- Effective oral and written communication skills
Desirable
- Experience of working in cleaning industry
Experience
Essential
- Have Cleaning experience
Desirable
- Previous Cleaning experience in a Health Care setting
Skills
Essential
- Able to read, write and converse in English
- Able to understand and following written and verbal instructions
- Effective oral and written communication skills
Desirable
- Experience of working in cleaning industry
Experience
Essential
- Have Cleaning experience
Desirable
- Previous Cleaning experience in a Health Care setting
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
St Helier Hospital
Wrythe Lane
Carlshlton
SM5 1AA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
St Helier Hospital
Wrythe Lane
Carlshlton
SM5 1AA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Cleaning Manager
Gus Saunders
07584536329
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£12.92 an hour
per hour plus HCAS Outer
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time,
Part-time
Reference number
343-8199756-FM-SC-A
Job locations
St Helier Hospital
Wrythe Lane
Carlshlton
SM5 1AA
United Kingdom
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