Sterile Services Assistant

Job Introduction

Job Description

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

• 37.5hrs pw, rotating 4 on 4 off
• 07:00 - 15:00 or 10:00 - 18:00 or 12:00 - 20:00 
• £12.36 - £22.61 per hour + any enhancements 
• Blue light card
• 27 days Holiday + Bank holidays
• Location is Hereford

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Job Introduction

We’re looking for a dedicated team member to support the delivery of top-quality Sterile Services at Hereford Hospital NHS Trust. In this important role, you’ll help ensure the smooth running of clinical activities by maintaining excellent working relationships with all staff groups. Your contribution will be key to providing a safe and efficient environment that supports the health and care of patients across the hospital. If you’re committed, collaborative, and take pride in delivering reliable service, this is your opportunity to make a real difference. Join us and be part of a team where your efforts truly matter.

 What you’ll do:

• Process and pack medical instruments quickly and accurately, following correct manual handling techniques and using PPE when exposed to bodily fluids.
• Maintain intense concentration when packing trays, checking instruments, and operating machinery.
• Receive, store, and supply consumables internally and externally, providing ward/department top-up services for sterile items.
• Use and develop the T-DOC instrument tracking system for accurate input, tracking, barcoding, and traceability of equipment.
• Follow health and safety regulations, report defective equipment, and carry out daily maintenance and housekeeping tasks.
• Work collaboratively as part of the team, comply with company policies, and support the overall development and smooth running of the service.

What you bring:

• Physical capability to carry out cleaning duties across various hospital areas
• A friendly, customer-focused attitude with a willingness to go the extra mile
• A strong commitment to health and safety standards
• Professionalism, integrity, and a neat, presentable appearance

 What we offer: 

Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now and bring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications — so don’t wait!

About Sodexo 

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services. 

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.