Domestic

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Facilities team atNorth View on a 9-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity leave cover.

The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the delivery of high-quality Facilities services within North View, helping to ensure that patients, staff and visitors are provided with a safe, clean, welcoming and well-maintained environment.

Working as part of the Facilities team, the postholder will be expected to maintain high standards of service delivery and contribute to the effective day-to-day running of the department. The role will involve working closely with colleagues across Facilities and clinical services, responding to operational requirements and ensuring that services are delivered consistently and professionally.

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills, a positive and flexible approach to work, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team.

Main duties of the job

Undertake routine and scheduled cleaning duties within allocated areas of North View.Clean patient bedrooms, bathrooms, toilets, corridors, communal areas, offices and other clinical and non-clinical areas as required.Clean floors using the appropriate methods and equipment, including vacuuming, mopping and other approved cleaning methods.Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces and other designated areas in accordance with cleaning schedules.Clean sanitary areas to the required standard and replenish consumable items where required.Undertake periodic and additional cleaning tasks when required.Respond appropriately to requests for additional cleaning, including following incidents or spillages.Ensure cleaning equipment is used correctly and is cleaned and stored safely following use.Maintain cleaning cupboards and work areas in a clean, safe and organised condition.Ensure appropriate colour-coded cleaning equipment is used in designated areas in accordance with local procedures.

About us

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year

per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

437-8317951

Job locations

North View

North View Hospital Delaunays Road

Manchester

M8 5RB

United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification

Staff benefits

• Pay Enhancements: 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts
• fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification

Staff benefits

• Pay Enhancements: 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts
• fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)

Person Specification

domestic

Essential

• Experience and understanding of the role
• Infection prevention and safety
• Patient dignity and communication
• Teamwork and reliability

Desirable

• Previous experience within a cleaning, Domestic or housekeeping environment.
• Basic knowledge of infection prevention and control.
• Awareness of COSHH and safe working practices.
• Knowledge of colour-coded cleaning systems.

domestic

Essential

• Experience and understanding of the role
• Infection prevention and safety
• Patient dignity and communication
• Teamwork and reliability

Desirable

• Previous experience within a cleaning, Domestic or housekeeping environment.
• Basic knowledge of infection prevention and control.
• Awareness of COSHH and safe working practices.
• Knowledge of colour-coded cleaning systems.

Person Specification

domestic

Essential

• Experience and understanding of the role
• Infection prevention and safety
• Patient dignity and communication
• Teamwork and reliability

Desirable

• Previous experience within a cleaning, Domestic or housekeeping environment.
• Basic knowledge of infection prevention and control.
• Awareness of COSHH and safe working practices.
• Knowledge of colour-coded cleaning systems.

domestic

Essential

• Experience and understanding of the role
• Infection prevention and safety
• Patient dignity and communication
• Teamwork and reliability

Desirable

• Previous experience within a cleaning, Domestic or housekeeping environment.
• Basic knowledge of infection prevention and control.
• Awareness of COSHH and safe working practices.
• Knowledge of colour-coded cleaning systems.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website .

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website .

Employer details

Employer name

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North View

North View Hospital Delaunays Road

Manchester

M8 5RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North View

North View Hospital Delaunays Road

Manchester

M8 5RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification

Staff benefits

• Pay Enhancements: 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts
• fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)

domestic

Essential

• Experience and understanding of the role
• Infection prevention and safety
• Patient dignity and communication
• Teamwork and reliability

Desirable

• Previous experience within a cleaning, Domestic or housekeeping environment.
• Basic knowledge of infection prevention and control.
• Awareness of COSHH and safe working practices.
• Knowledge of colour-coded cleaning systems.

domestic

Essential

• Experience and understanding of the role
• Infection prevention and safety
• Patient dignity and communication
• Teamwork and reliability

Desirable

• Previous experience within a cleaning, Domestic or housekeeping environment.
• Basic knowledge of infection prevention and control.
• Awareness of COSHH and safe working practices.
• Knowledge of colour-coded cleaning systems.