General Facilities Assistant; Temporary

Position: General Facilities Assistant (Temporary)
General Facilities Assistant

Wythenshawe Hospital – Southmoor Road, Wythenshawe M23 9LT

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Various shifts available - Core hours Monday – Sunday  – flexible availability required
Band 2:
Weekdays £12.51/hr, Saturdays £17.64/hr & Sundays/Bank Holidays £22.90/hr

About the Role

As a General Facilities Assistant, you’ll contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of the hospital by supporting a variety of non-clinical functions. This is a vital frontline role supporting the safe, clean, and efficient running of the hospital, directly contributing to patient care and staff wellbeing.

The role is multi-skilled and varied, covering a range of facilities services including domestic cleaning, housekeeping, catering support, portering, stores, laundry, and waste management. You will work as part of a flexible team, ensuring high standards are maintained across all hospital areas.

Key Responsibilities

Depending on service needs, duties may include:

Domestic Cleaning & Housekeeping

Cleaning and maintaining wards, clinical areas, offices, corridors, toilets, and public areas

Following infection prevention and control procedures at all times

Replenishing consumables such as soap, paper towels, and hand gel

Supporting ward housekeeping duties, including patient areas and equipment cleaning

Catering Assistant Duties

Serving meals to patients and staff in a safe and courteous manner

Cleaning catering equipment and maintaining food hygiene standards

Following allergen, food safety, and health & safety guidelines

Hospital Porter Duties

Transporting patients safely and respectfully between wards and departments

Moving equipment, beds, medical notes, and supplies as required

Supporting departments with ad-hoc logistical tasks

Stores Assistant Duties

Receiving, checking, and distributing deliveries

Stock control and replenishment of supplies to wards and departments

Manual handling of goods in line with training and safety guidance

Laundry Services

Handling, sorting, and distributing hospital linen and uniforms

Operating laundry equipment where required

Ensuring correct procedures for clean and soiled linen

Waste Management

Collection and segregation of clinical, domestic, recyclable, and confidential waste

Ensuring waste is handled and disposed of safely and in line with regulations

Cleaning and maintaining waste areas and equipment

General Duties

Adhering to all health & safety, infection control, and Trust policies

Working flexibly across departments and shifts, including weekends and bank holidays

Providing a courteous, helpful service to patients, visitors, and staff

Person Specification

Essential:

* Ability to work as part of a team and independently

* Good communication skills and a positive, professional attitude

* Willingness to undertake a variety of facilities duties

* Understanding of the importance of cleanliness, safety, and confidentiality

* Physically able to carry out manual tasks (with training provided)

Desirable:

* Previous experience in cleaning, catering, portering, laundry, stores, or facilities work

* Experience working in a healthcare or similar environment

* Basic knowledge of infection control or food hygiene (training will be provided)

About the Site
Wythenshawe Hospital is a major teaching hospital with a strong community focus. Our Facilities team plays a crucial role in supporting clinical services and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for patients and staff. If you are dependable, take pride in your work, and want a role that truly matters, we would love to hear from you.

In return for your hard work commitment NHS Professionals (NHSP) can offer you some fantastic benefits: –

* Competitive Pay Rates - work this week, get paid next week!

* First choice of placements at over 50 NHS Trusts in England

* Dedicated consultants

* Flexible working options

* Free DBS and free training

* Build holiday allowance.

* Support when you need it – 24/7, 365 days a year.

* Stakeholder pension scheme

Who are NHS Professionals?

NHS Professionals (NHSP), owned by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), works in partnership with hospital trusts to provide a bank of highly skilled temporary workers who want…