Domestic Assistant

Knight and Jones Recruitment Ltd ,
Newham, Cornwall
Salary: £8.72 per hour

Overview

Newham University Hospital is part of Barts Health NHS Trust. The hospital is based in the heart of east London and serves one of Britain’s most diverse, fastest growing and youngest populations. The hospital offers a range of local services including a 24 hour Emergency Department, an Urgent Care Centre, a modern purpose built outpatient facility and care of the elderly unit. The hospital also houses the local stroke and TIA centre. HOW TO GET HERE? Glen Road Plaistow London E13 8SL By bus The following buses stop close to Newham University Hospital, 276 and 376 on Glen road, 147, 262, 300 and 473 on Prince Regent Lane and 5, 115 and 330 as well as night bus N15 on Barking road. Low-floor wheelchair accessible buses run on all routes serving Newham University Hospital. By Tube The closest underground/overground stations are Plaistow which is served by the District and Hammersmith and City lines and Prince Regent served by the Docklands Light Railway (DLR). Walking from Plaistow underground station to Newham University Hospital takes around 26 minutes or 33 minutes to The Gateway Surgical Centre. Alternatively, the 262 and 473 buses provide connections to Plaistow underground station. Walking from Prince Regent Dockland Light Railway (DLR) station to Newham University Hospital takes around 26 minutes or 32 minutes to The Gateway Surgical Centre. Alternatively, the 147, 300 and 473 buses provide connections to Prince Regent Dockland Light Railway (DLR) station. 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. Newham University 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 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