Domestic Assistant

Knight and Jones Recruitment Ltd ,
London, Greater London
Salary: £8.72 per hour

Overview

Whipps Cross University Hospital is a large university hospital in the locality of Whipps Cross in Leytonstone and is within Epping Forest in the London Borough of Waltham Forest, London, England. It is managed by Barts Health NHS Trust. HOW TO GET HERE? Whipps Cross University Hospital Whipps Cross Road Leytonstone London E11 1NR By bus Buses W12, W15, W19 and 357 stop within the hospital grounds, you can alight at the main entrance stop. Buses 20, 56, 230 and 257 also all stop near the hospital grounds at the Whipps Cross roundabout. Low-floor wheelchair accessible buses run on all routes serving Whipps Cross University Hospital. By tube The closest underground stations are Leytonstone on the central line and Walthamstow Central on the Victoria line. Wood Street and Walthamstow Central are on London Overground line running from Chingford to Liverpool Street or Leyton Midland Road is on the London Overground line running from Barking to Gospel Oak. COVID-19 INFORMATION… The healthcare sector is under unprecedented pressure. Serco must support our NHS Clients in the fight against the COVID-19 infection. COVID-19 is a new illness that can affect your lungs and airways. It's caused by a virus called coronavirus. Operating in a hospital environment carries an increased risk of exposure to Covid – 19. Individuals who are considered “vulnerable” (or co-habit with vulnerable individuals) according to government guidelines are not suitable candidates for this environment Whipps Cross Hospital You will be given the necessary PPE to protect you from the virus however everyone is being reminded to follow the Public Health advice: • Wash your hands with soap and water often – do this for at least 20 seconds • Always wash your hands when you get home or into work • Use hand sanitiser gel if soap and water are not available • Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when you cough or sneeze • Put used tissues in the bin straight away and wash your hands afterwards • Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth if your hands are not clean • Stay at home for 7 days if you have a high temperature or a new, continuous cough Skills Required Clean to a high standard and follow work procedures that incorporate all quality standards laid down by the client or Serco and Environment Audits.  Clean floors, work surfaces, furnishings and related equipment manually and by use of machines, understanding and adhering to work schedules and Standard Operating Procedures.  Empty, dispose and replace clinical and domestic waste as directed and ensure that waste is disposed of correctly.  Ensure that all equipment and materials required to perform all cleaning tasks are maintained in a hygienic and safe condition and any deviation in store levels or suitability of equipment is reported to the Team Leader for action.  Ensure that high personal hygiene and infection control standards are maintained in relation to personal tasks Qualifications Required First day information… • Bring with you a photo ID Document (passport or driving licence etc.) • You will be provided with a uniform and Protective Personal Equipment (PPE) to wear • You will be provided with an ID badge on your first day – please keep this with you at all times • Training will be provided to you by a member of the Serco team • DBS Certificate required