Job Description

The Generic worker:
Specific duties will be discussed at interview to meet service requirement.
You will work closely with the Facilities Housekeeper, Facilities Team Leader and other Facilities Staff, Matron, Facilities Head of Catering and where applicable some Heads of Departments.
The post holder will be directed by the Facilities Team Leader and Assistant Facilities Team Leaders to carry out a range of duties for the needs of the service. This will include: Cleaning, Catering and Portering.
The cleaning of the work environment following a planned and methodical approach in order to ensure all areas are included. The provision of patient and staff meals including vending.
Examples of areas cleaned are toilets, bathrooms, and patient's single rooms, ward areas, patient's day rooms, and lounges, offices, meeting rooms, external patio areas and the immediate external vicinity of entrances, outpatients departments, kitchens and sanitary areas. Provision of patient meals is provided via a cook freeze system.
The post holder will be require to resolve fault finding on equipment used or change in cleaning schedules.
Participate in training as directed by the Facilities Team Leader and Assistant Facilities Team Leaders. This would include training in cleaning techniques and mandatory training such as Fire Safety, Moving & Handing, COSHH, and Infection Control. Also HACCP.
Complete actions for environmental audits as required to monitor standards of cleanliness.
Main duties of the job
The Generic worker:
Specific duties will be discussed at interview to meet service requirement.
You will work closely with the Facilities Housekeeper, Facilities Team Leader and other Facilities Staff, Matron, Facilities Head of Catering and where applicable some Heads of Departments.
The post holder will be directed by the Facilities Team Leader to carry out a range of duties for the needs of the service. This will include Cleaning, Catering and Portering.
The cleaning of the work environment following a planned and methodical approach in order to ensure all areas are included. The provision of patient and staff meals including vending.
Examples of areas cleaned are toilets, bathrooms, and patient's single rooms, ward areas, patient's day rooms, and lounges, offices, meeting rooms, external patio areas and the immediate external vicinity of entrances, outpatients departments, kitchens and sanitary areas. Provision of patient meals is provided via a cook freeze system.
The post holder will be require to resolve fault finding on equipment used or change in cleaning schedules.
Participate in training as directed by the Facilities Team Leader. This would include training in cleaning techniques and mandatory training such as Fire Safety, Moving & Handing, COSHH, and Infection Control alongside HACCP when working within the kitchen environment.
Complete actions for environmental audits as required to monitor standards of cleanliness.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Details
Date posted
04 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
24,465 to 24,465 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
184-OL-PU-3737
Job locations
South Petherton Hospital
Bernard Way
South Petherton
Somerset
TA13 5EF
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a full breakdown of the role with a detailed person specification please see the full attached job description. Job description
Job responsibilities
For a full breakdown of the role with a detailed person specification please see the full attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Please see attached

Experience
Essential

• Experience is preferable but not essential as full training will be given.

Additional Criteria
Essential

• Good written and spoken English

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Please see attached

Experience
Essential

• Experience is preferable but not essential as full training will be given.

Additional Criteria
Essential

• Good written and spoken English

Skills Required