Job Description

BANK FACILITIES ASSISTANTS - HOUSEKEEPING



We are looking to recruit some Bank Facilities Assistants -particularly for Housekeeping shifts



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.

Skilled Worker visa:

going rates for eligible occupation codes - GOV.UK

Health and Care Worker visa:

If you'll need to meet different salary requirements - GOV.UK



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.



We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.



Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services.



Why work for us?

Positive 2023 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing Varied environments: community hospitals, patients' homes, and bases across Sussex Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement Excellent training, development, and research opportunities Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networks Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast

Our values -- Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence --guide everything we do.



We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.



This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.



Please see the job description and person specification attached for further details regarding this vacancy.