Job Description

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Facilities Supervisor to join our Community South team. This is a key leadership role, responsible for overseeing up to 20 Facilities Assistants across a range of inpatient and outpatient mental health services.You will ensure that facilities operations run smoothly, supporting safe, clean, and compliant environments for patients and staff. This includes managing rotas, audits, and site coordination, while providing essential oversight for staff working early shifts and as lone workers.
Main duties of the job
Provide day-to-day supervision and leadership for up to 20 Facilities Assistants across multiple inpatient and outpatient sites within Community South.Ensure facilities operations run smoothly, maintaining safe, clean, and compliant environments for patients, staff, and visitors.Manage and monitor rotas, ensuring fair allocation of shifts and compliance with working time directives.Oversee audits, site coordination, and regulatory compliance, including infection control standards.Act as the first point of contact for staff working early shifts and as lone workers, ensuring health and safety protocols are followed.Support staff development, morale, and retention through effective communication and guidance.Liaise with clinical teams and other departments to maintain service continuity and resolve operational issues promptly.Travel between sites as required to provide on-site supervision and support (full UK driving licence essential).
About us
#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments including prisons.
We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.
We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.
The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.
The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment.
Details
Date posted
02 January 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
27,485 to 30,162 a year per annum (pro rata for part time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
186-1435-25-CS
Job locations
Lings Bar Hospital
Beckside
Nottingham
NG2 6PR
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for overseeing Facilities Services being actively involved at Supervisory level to ensure a professional, skilled and knowledgeable workforce is maintained whilst working within Policy.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is 26.40 (standard) or 54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of 16 per year applies.
Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.
Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for overseeing Facilities Services being actively involved at Supervisory level to ensure a professional, skilled and knowledgeable workforce is maintained whilst working within Policy.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is 26.40 (standard) or 54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of 16 per year applies.
Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.
Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

Desirable

• Recognised cleaning or support services qualification

Training
Essential

• Ability to undertake all mandatory training as required by the individual site.
• Ability to undertake any necessary skills and competency training required by the post.

Desirable

• Level 3 Health & Safety Certificate.
• Level 3 Food Safety Certificate
• I. L.M or N.E.B.S.S Certificate or equivalent supervisor qualification
• CPC

Experience
Essential

• Experience in staff supervision of Facilities Services
• Experienced in delivering of training to staff

Desirable

• Skilled in recruitment and selection of staff
• Experience in group training

Knowledge
Essential

• Understanding of Infection Control
• Knowledge of Health & Safety including COSHH/risk assessments/manual handling activities
• Knowledge of cleaning equipment requirements
• Knowledge of stock control procedures

Desirable

• Knowledge of relevant NHS procedures and practices, including legal requirements

Skills
Essential

• Good administration skills
• Good communications skills
• Meeting accurate deadlines
• CLAit or experience in Microsoft Office Packages

Desirable

• Skilled in people supervision
• Skilled in recruitment and selection of staff

Values and Behaviours
Essential

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

Desirable

• Recognised cleaning or support services qualification

Training
Essential

• Ability to undertake all mandatory training as required by the individual site.
• Ability to undertake any necessary skills and competency training required by the post.

Desirable

• Level 3 Health & Safety Certificate.
• Level 3 Food Safety Certificate
• I. L.M or N.E.B.S.S Certificate or equivalent supervisor qualification
• CPC

Experience
Essential

• Experience in staff supervision of Facilities Services
• Experienced in delivering of training to staff

Desirable

• Skilled in recruitment and selection of staff
• Experience in group training

Knowledge
Essential

• Understanding of Infection Control
• Knowledge of Health & Safety including COSHH/risk assessments/manual handling activities
• Knowledge of cleaning equipment requirements
• Knowledge of stock control procedures

Desirable

• Knowledge of relevant NHS procedures and practices, including legal requirements

Skills
Essential

• Good administration skills
• Good communications skills
• Meeting accurate deadlines
• CLAit or experience in Microsoft Office Packages

Desirable

• Skilled in people supervision
• Skilled in recruitment and selection of staff

Values and Behaviours
Essential

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation

Skills Required