We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Cleaner to join our team at Hedon Dental Practice in Hull.

As a Cleaner, you’ll play an important role in maintaining a clean, hygienic and welcoming environment across the practice. Your attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness will help ensure a safe and pleasant environment for our patients and team.

• Part time: 10 hours per week
• Shift pattern: Monday – Thursday: 5:45pm – 7:45pm & Friday: 5:15pm – 7:15pm
• Pay: £12.71 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Clean all designated areas of the dental practice to a consistently high standard.
• Vacuum, sweep and mop floors as appropriate.
• Clean surfaces, doors, handles, skirting boards and other non-clinical areas.
• Maintain the cleanliness and presentation of reception, waiting areas, staff areas, offices and other non-clinical spaces.
• Clean toilets and replenish cleaning and hygiene supplies when required.
• Clean staff kitchen and break areas.
• Empty general waste bins only in line with practice procedures.
• Ensure all areas are left clean, tidy and presentable.
• Carry out additional cleaning when required, including following spills or unexpected mess.
• Follow the practice’s colour-coded cleaning system at all times, using the correct equipment for each designated area to prevent cross-contamination.
• Follow all relevant infection prevention and control procedures, using appropriate cleaning products and PPE as instructed.
• Follow manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning products, including required contact/dwell times, and never mix cleaning chemicals.
• Safely use and store cleaning products and equipment in line with COSHH and health and safety requirements.
• Use wet-floor warning signs when required and report any hazards, damage or faulty equipment to the Practice Manager.
• Maintain patient and staff confidentiality at all times.
• Complete cleaning checklists or records where required.
• Monitor cleaning supplies and notify the Practice Manager when stock needs replenishing.
• Attend relevant training as required.
• Act as a key holder, ensuring the practice is securely opened and locked at the appropriate times.
• Undertake any other reasonable cleaning duties requested by the Practice Manager.

Please note: This role involves general cleaning only. You will not be required to handle clinical waste, sharps bins or clinical waste containers, or handle dental instruments or other clinical equipment.

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has previous cleaning experience and takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
• Is reliable, punctual and trustworthy, with good attention to detail.
• Can work independently and manage their time effectively.
• Is comfortable following cleaning schedules, procedures and instructions.
• Understands the importance of hygiene, health and safety and maintaining confidentiality.
• Has a professional, polite and respectful approach when working around patients and colleagues.

What do you get in return? 

In addition to our competitive hourly rate, our benefits package also includes: 

• Wellbeing Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and GP service plus an in-house Mental Health First Aider programme 
• Additional Reward: bonus scheme based on practice performance 
• Extra Leave: Birthday off plus additional days for special occasions 
• Family Support: Enhanced maternity/paternity leave 
• Financial Security: Contributory pension scheme 

Who are we? 

PortmanDentex is a leading dental group supporting more than 370 practices across the UK and Ireland. We put patients at the heart of what we do and create an inclusive environment where colleagues can grow and make a real difference. Working in partnership and always looking for ways to improve, we are building a better future for our patients, practices and people. 

Application process 

When you click apply, we’ll just need your CV and contact details, along with the answer to four quick questions and your application will be complete! You’ll get a response as quickly as we can, whatever the outcome of your application. 

Ready to join us? Click apply to take the next step in your career. 

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, disability, age, or nationality.