Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and detail-focused Facilities Cleanliness Auditor to support the delivery of high standards of cleanliness across our hospital sites. This role plays an essential part in patient safety, infection prevention, and overall care quality.
Working closely with the Training, Auditing & Compliance Co-ordinator, you will help collect, analyse and share audit findings, support quality assurance processes, and contribute to targeted improvement plans. You will also assist with refresher training for Facilities colleagues, helping to maintain consistent standards across the service.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Audit & Quality Assurance
- Carry out cleanliness audits in line with the National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness
- Ensure audits are completed accurately and within agreed timeframes
- Collect, analyse and present audit data to support service improvement
- Contribute to quality assurance action plans and monitor progress
Communication & Collaboration
- Share audit outcomes with ward teams, Facilities colleagues, Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) teams and senior leaders
- Build positive working relationships to support continuous improvement
- Support compliance with Trust policies and national guidance
Training & Service Improvement
- Assist in planning and delivering refresher training for Facilities Services staff
- Identify opportunities for efficiency, improvement and potential cost savings
- Actively contribute to service development and change initiatives
About Us
Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of Yorkshire’s leading acute trusts, serving a population of over 440,000 people. With more than 7,000 colleagues working across three main hospital sites and additional services, we are proud to deliver high-quality, compassionate care.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do. The DBTH Way builds on our long-standing commitment to We Care, providing clarity on how we support patients, colleagues and communities through our everyday actions.
We are committed to flexible working, equality and inclusion, and actively encourage applications from under-represented groups, including people with disabilities, ethnic minority communities and LGBTQ+ applicants.
What We Offer
- Extensive learning and development opportunities
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme
- Generous annual leave in line with NHS Terms & Conditions
- Comprehensive health and wellbeing support
- NHS car lease and salary sacrifice schemes
- Discounts on shopping, travel, leisure and finance
Person Specification
Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential
- Ability to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines
- Confidence working independently with minimal supervision
- Flexible approach to meet service needs
- Strong teamworking skills with emerging leadership qualities
- Willingness to contribute to continuous improvement
Desirable
- Knowledge of facilities or estates processes
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Previous auditing experience (healthcare environment preferred)
- Ability to manage workload in a busy setting
- Experience supporting change within own area of responsibility
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work autonomously
- Well-developed communication skills with the ability to influence and motivate
- Resilience, determination and resourcefulness in a frontline healthcare setting
Desirable
- Competence using Microsoft Office applications
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Literacy and numeracy skills equivalent to GCSE level
- Willingness and ability to undertake further training
Pre-Employment Checks
This role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
How to Apply
Please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached to the advert before applying. Successful candidates will be required to present original qualification certificates at interview.