Band 2 Housekeeping and Catering Assistant - Bristol

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is looking for Housekeepers to support Nursing Staff in providing a clean and safe environment for patient care. Responsibilities include cleaning all ward areas, replenishing supplies, and adhering to health and safety protocols. Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and the ability to work systematically despite potential distractions. This role is crucial in ensuring the comfort and safety of patients.

Qualifications

• Able to work in a controlled and systematic manner amidst distractions.
• Demonstrate a flexible attitude to accommodate patient needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning according to NHS standards across various areas.
• Replenish disposable item stocks as required.
• Adhere to health and safety procedures consistently.

Job description

Housekeepers support the Nursing Staff to provide an appropriate environment for patient care. Duties will include general cleaning of all Ward/Departmental areas and the preparation and presentation and service of patient’s meals and beverages.

Housekeepers will be expected to demonstrate a flexible attitude to their work to meet the needs of the Ward and the Patients.

Housekeepers are expected to work in a controlled and systematic way in an environment where there may be constant distractions and contact with service users displaying disturbed and challenging behaviour on a frequent basis.

Main duties of the job

• Cleaning in all areas to the agreed NHS specification (including but not limited to National Standards of Cleanliness, CQC outcomes and PLACE) and in line with local schedules.
• Areas will include but not be limited to service user bedrooms, communal areas, sanitary areas, clinic rooms, kitchens, offices, corridors.
• To replenish stocks of disposable items, i.e.: paper hand towels, soap.
• Working in accordance with all relevant Health and safety procedures at all times e.g. COSHH, Manual Handling.