Job Description

BANK FACILITIES ASSISTANTS - HOUSEKEEPINGWe are looking to recruit some Bank Facilities Assistants -particularly for Housekeeping shifts, covering the following hours: 06:45 to 15:45 / 16:00 to 19:00.
Possible additional shifts could include weekends (with attractive weekend enhancements).
The successful candidates will work as an integral part of the ward and departmental team, and demonstrate a flexible approach in supporting the Facilities Department. The role will involve cleaning/catering duties, as required in all areas of the Healthcare premises to the required standard, and complying with legislation.
Please note: Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role may not be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.
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Main duties of the job
We are looking for motivated and hard-working individuals to work as part of the Facilities team, performing housekeeping duties on the Ward areas of the Hospital, to the required standard and in compliance with legislation.
Previous cleaning or catering experience would be an advantage, but not essential as training will be provided. Please give FULL details of any relevant experience on your application form to assist us with the shortlisting process. Any fields left blank or incomplete will not be able to be scored.
Please apply online via the NHS Jobs website. If you are unable to use a computer to apply online, please contact the RECRUITMENT DEPARTMENT on 01273 696011 extension 5008 (quoting the job reference number) to ask for support in completing your application.
About us
We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex. Our 6,000 staff serve a population of 1.3 million providing essential medical, nursing, and therapeutic care to adults and children.
Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community, helping people plan, manage, adapt to changes in their health, supporting avoidable hospital admissions and reducing hospital stay times.
We have opportunities for everyone across our wide variety of services including medical, clinical, support and corporate services.
Why work for us?

• Positive 2022 NHS Staff Survey results, scoring highly in compassionate culture & leadership, and staff wellbeing support
• Variety of working environments across the community, in patients' homes, within our community hospitals and bases across the county
• Supportive flexible working patterns such as: part time, flexi time, annualised hours, and flexi retirement options
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Research opportunities
• Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove and Brighton
• Thriving BAME, Disability and Wellbeing, LGBT+ and Religion and Belief staff networks
• Level 3 accredited Disability Confident Leader, committed to creating inclusive workplaces
• Veteran Aware Trust, achieving accreditation from Veterans Covenant Healthcare Alliance (VCHA)
• Located in stunning Sussex, with easy access to the South Downs and the coast.

Details
Date posted
19 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
12.60 an hour per hour
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
150-GM2039-COR-A
Job locations
Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital
Shripney Road
Bognor Regis
PO22 9PP
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached for further details regarding this vacancy. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached for further details regarding this vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable

• NVQ Cleaning
• Basic Food Hygiene certificate
• Basic Health & Safety Certificate

Experience
Essential

• Previous experience in cleaning services
• Customer focused environment

Desirable

• Working in a healthcare environment

skills and knowledge
Essential

• literate and numerate
• ability to follow and understand instructions
• ability to record information correctly
• Work as a team

Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable

• NVQ Cleaning
• Basic Food Hygiene certificate
• Basic Health & Safety Certificate

Experience
Essential

• Previous experience in cleaning services
• Customer focused environment

Desirable

• Working in a healthcare environment

skills and knowledge
Essential

• literate and numerate
• ability to follow and understand instructions
• ability to record information correctly
• Work as a team

Skills Required