Assistant Estates Store Keeper

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Greater London seeks an Assistant Estates Store Keeper for a critical role in stock management and distribution. You will ensure the safe storage and dispatch of materials, participate in audits, and maintain inventory accuracy. Candidates should have relevant GCSEs and experience in financial management related to stock control. This position offers a chance to contribute to the efficient operation of essential healthcare services with a commitment to improving sustainability.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above.
• Experience in financial management as it pertains to stock control and supply chain management.

Responsibilities

• Support the receipt, safe storage, and timely dispatch of Estates stock.
• Accurately record stock movements using Trust systems.
• Assist in processing requisitions, delivery notes, and returns.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised stores environment.
• Respond to queries from Estates staff.
• Work under the direction of the Stock Controller to ensure efficient use of space and resources.

Job description

Assistant Estates Store Keeper

The closing date is 07 January 2026

The Estates Stores Assistant is a vital support role within Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust, contributing to the smooth and efficient operation of the Estates Stores service. Reporting to the Estates Stock Controller (Band 4), the postholder will assist in the day-to-day handling, recording, and distribution of Estates stock, ensuring that materials are readily available to support maintenance and project teams across the Trust.

This role requires a methodical and proactive approach to stock handling, with a focus on accuracy, safety, and service responsiveness. The Estates Stores Assistant will support the use of procurement and inventory systems, help maintain organised and secure storage environments and ensure that stock movements are properly documented in line with Trust procedures.

Main duties of the job

• Support the receipt, safe storage, and timely dispatch of Estates stock, ensuring materials are available to meet operational needs.
• Accurately record stock movements using Trust systems, maintaining up-to-date inventory records and assisting in stock checks.
• Assist in processing requisitions, delivery notes, and returns in accordance with Trust procurement procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised stores environment, adhering to health, safety, hygiene, and security standards at all times.
• Respond to queries from Estates staff and provide front-line support for order collections and stock availability.
• Work under the direction of the Stock Controller to ensure efficient use of space and resources within the stores.

About us

Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.

We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.

If you haven't heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probation. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Job responsibilities

• Participate in regular audits and assist in the preparation of stock usage and performance reports.
• Support the implementation of process improvements and contribute to a culture of continuous service enhancement.
• Plan and coordinate multiple stock management activities, including scheduled audits, cyclical stocktakes, and ad hoc inventory reviews, ensuring alignment with Estates maintenance schedules and project timelines.
• Organise and adjust delivery and dispatch schedules to accommodate urgent requests, maintenance priorities, and unforeseen supply chain disruptions, liaising with Estates teams and external suppliers to minimise service impact.

Person Specification

Education

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above.
• Experience in financial management as it pertains to stock control and supply chain management.

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.

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust