Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Manager and supervising the cleaning and catering provision within the Community Hospital Site.
You will be able to organise and supervise the Braintree Community Hospital Domestic, Catering, Portering and Security in a professional manner and ensure the provision of an efficient and quality service whilst meeting the needs of all service users. You will provide a courteous service ensuring that all duties and responsibilities are carried out in accordance with all Health and Safety procedures.
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.
No VISA sponsorship available for this role
Main duties of the job
If successful, some of your responsibilities will be to:

• Respond promptly and appropriately to enquiries by telephone, email and in person.
• Provide a high standard of customer service.
• Administrative work is prioritised and completed within prescribed timescales.
• Maintain good communication and co-operation with all wards and departments and feedback information, seeking advice as and when necessary to the Facilities Site Manager.

About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust
Details
Date posted
28 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
24,937 a year Per Annum (pro rata for part time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
390-EFM-BR-0628
Job locations
Braintree
Chadwick Drive
Braintree
CM7 2AL
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential

• Knowledge of soft FM services
• Knowledge &understanding of COSHH regulations
• Basic IT & keyboard skills

Desirable

• Experience of working in a healthcare environment

Qualifications
Essential

• Good education GCSE C or above including Maths and English

Desirable

• Level 2 Food Hygiene

Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential

• Knowledge of soft FM services
• Knowledge &understanding of COSHH regulations
• Basic IT & keyboard skills

Desirable

• Experience of working in a healthcare environment

Qualifications
Essential

• Good education GCSE C or above including Maths and English

Desirable

• Level 2 Food Hygiene

Skills Required