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Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust Facilities Support Services Assistant

The closing date is 19 November 2026

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Job summary

An opportunity has arisen at Bridport Hospital to join our essential Facilities Team as a Facilities Support Services Assistant, this is a business critical role supporting cleaning, catering and portering services, with the main emphasis on the catering and cleaning on the ward, while maintaining safe, effective and reliable services.

Applicants should be enthusiastic, motivated and able to work as part of a team and also on their own.

This position is for 19 hours per week and will include alternate weekends for which enhancements will be paid. The proposed rota is as follows

Week 1 Thursday 10:00-16:00, Friday 10:00-18:30 Saturday 14:00-19:00

Week 2 Sunday 14:00-19:00, Monday 10:00-18:30 and Friday 12:00-18:30

Full training, induction and uniform will be provided and we also offer generous annual leave entitlement as well as a pension scheme

Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

Main duties of the job

This is a multi skilled role working in a friendly hospital environment, and includes cleaning, catering and porter activity. Our facilities team members perform a vital part of our hard working team at the hospital and without them the Hospital would not be able to operate.

This is a Part time role of 19 hours per week and includes working every other weekend, which attracts additional enhanced levels of pay and you will receive a generous annual leave allowance. there may be opportunities to do more as shifts arise, to cover annual leave and sickness absence.

Cleaning

Provide an effective, patient-focused cleaning and domestic service, to meet NHS cleanliness standards as a minimum, working in a ward environment.

Portering

Provision of appropriate portering services which will include the safe moving and storing of deliveries and equipment, performing routine health and safety tasks and supporting the general team in their activities.

Catering

To contribute to the delivery of Catering Services in the Hospital. To assist in the production and delivery of patient food, and to ensure a clean, safe and hygienic service.

Employment in this post requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

About us

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.

Details

Date posted

05 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£12,804 a year p.a

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

152-S117.26

Job locations

Bridport Hospital

Hospital Lane

Bridport

DT6 5DR

United Kingdom

Job description

Job 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 AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, 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 [email protected]

Job description

Job 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 AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, 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 [email protected]

Person Specification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING

Essential

• Level 2 in Housekeeping or working towards

Desirable

• Level 2 in Basic Food Hygiene Certificate or working towards
• Knowledge of COSHH, induction and on-going training

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Previous experience in a similar role

FINANCE/RESOURCES

Essential

• Knowledge of stock control procedures and methods

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES

Essential

• Basic IT skills

Person Specification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING

Essential

• Level 2 in Housekeeping or working towards

Desirable

• Level 2 in Basic Food Hygiene Certificate or working towards
• Knowledge of COSHH, induction and on-going training

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Previous experience in a similar role

FINANCE/RESOURCES

Essential

• Knowledge of stock control procedures and methods

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES

Essential

• Basic IT skills

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bridport Hospital

Hospital Lane

Bridport

DT6 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bridport Hospital

Hospital Lane

Bridport

DT6 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Facilities Manager

Tracy Gibbons

[email protected]

07768606671

Details

Date posted

05 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£12,804 a year p.a

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

152-S117.26

Job locations

Bridport Hospital

Hospital Lane

Bridport

DT6 5DR

United Kingdom

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