Environmental Support Worker - Main Theatre

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Band 2, Main area, Domestic Grade, Contract: Permanent - part time (25 hours per week). Job ref: 438-PB3970-A.

Site: Preston, Town Preston. Salary: £25,272 per annum (pro rata). Closing date: 10/06/:59.

We are looking for a passionate, high standard Environmental Support Worker to join our Main Theatre team at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals. The role involves maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient environment for patients and staff while supporting theatre operations and upholding infection control and safety standards.

• Maintain Theatre Cleanliness & Standards
  • Carry out cleaning of theatres and associated areas in line with Trust policies and infection control standards.
  • Complete and record cleaning schedules accurately.
  • Inspect areas to ensure standards are met and raise any issues to the Theatre Coordinator.
  • Support HCIA audits and contribute to continuous improvement.
  • Monitor theatre areas for environmental or safety issues, record faults, and raise them.
  • Complete Datix reports where required.
  • Adhere to Health & Safety and infection control guidelines at all times.
• Equipment & Ancillary Area Cleaning
  • Clean medical equipment according to manufacturers' instructions and Trust procedures.
  • Maintain cleanliness of storerooms, kitchens and non clinical fridges.
  • Ensure all documentation and checklists are completed.
• Suction & Gas Cylinder Checks
  • Replace and dispose of suction canisters safely.
  • Check, store and replenish gas cylinders, ensuring adequate supply for daily theatre use.
  • Report any irregularities or safety concerns promptly.
  • Work with portering and ancillary teams to ensure correct waste segregation and disposal.
  • Support inspections of dirty returns areas and raise concerns.
  • Follow Trust protocols for sharps, needlestick incidents and body fluid contamination.
• Communication & Team Support
  • Communicate effectively with theatre staff about cleanliness, safety and environmental issues.
  • Ensure concerns are escalated appropriately through the Theatre Coordinator.
• Training & Personal Development
  • Participate in appraisal and maintain a personal development plan.
  • Complete mandatory training and maintain competency with relevant equipment.

• Qualifications & Education
  • Basic general education.
  • Basic IT skills.
  • GCSE Maths & English grade C/4 or above, or functional/key skills level 2 in Maths and English.
• Knowledge & Experience
  • Understanding of the concept and application of confidentiality.
  • Previous experience working in a theatre setting.
  • Basic understanding of infection control principles.

We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce. All individuals, regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, neurodiversity or veteran status are encouraged to apply for this post.