Night Housekeeping Assistant

Job Purpose To provide a high-quality night cleaning service, maintaining a clean, safe and hygienic environment across designated hospital offices, staff facilities, changing rooms and communal areas, in accordance with hospital cleaning standards and Infection Prevention and Control procedures. Key Responsibilities - Cleaning Duties Clean and maintain the following allocated areas: - Meeting Room, all offices. - Corridors and communal areas. - Male and female changing rooms and shower facilities. - Staff Room and Prayer Room. Cleaning tasks include: - Remove waste and replace bin bags. - Damp dust and disinfect surfaces. - Vacuum carpets and mop hard floors. - Clean walls, doors and skirting boards. - Clean chairs, desks and bins, including wheels and internal surfaces. - Clean high-touch points, including handles, switches, taps, toilets and handrails. - Replenish soap, sanitiser and other consumables. - Carry out high-level dusting and machine floor scrubbing when scheduled. 2. Cleaning Procedures and Infection Control - Follow the approved cleaning schedule and procedures. - Use colour-coded cloths and mop systems correctly. - Wear appropriate PPE. - Prepare and replace cleaning solutions in accordance with approved instructions. - Clean from high to low and from clean areas to dirty areas. - Prevent cross-contamination between areas. - Follow local Infection Prevention and Control requirements. - Maintain good hand hygiene throughout the shift. 3. Equipment and COSHH - Prepare and check all required cleaning equipment before starting. - Use cleaning machinery only when trained and authorised. - Follow COSHH assessments and chemical safety instructions. - Store chemicals and equipment safely. - Clean and disinfect equipment, buckets and the cleaning trolley after use. - Report defective equipment or chemical spillages immediately. 4. Waste Management - Segregate and remove waste in accordance with local procedures. - Transport waste to designated collection points. - Clean bins internally and externally. - Report damaged bins or waste management issues. 5. Completion and Documentation - Complete and sign the nightly cleaning schedule. - Ensure all allocated areas are clean, tidy and ready for use. - Dispose of cleaning solutions safely. - Clean and store equipment and warning signs. - Remove waste and complete hand hygiene. - Report incomplete tasks, maintenance issues and any cleaning concerns to the supervisor. 6. Customer Service and Health & Safety - Treat patients, visitors and colleagues with respect. - Maintain confidentiality and work discreetly during night hours. - Follow Health and Safety and manual handling procedures. - Report hazards, accidents and near misses. - Maintain a safe working environment at all times.