Community Estates and Facilities Housekeeper

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Sussex is seeking a Housekeeper to join the team at Bexhill Irvine Unit. The role requires maintaining high cleaning standards in a clinical setting, assisting with meal services, and washing up duties. The part-time position offers 10.5 hours per week, and staff will have access to numerous benefits including staff development opportunities and enrolment in the NHS pension scheme. This is a great opportunity for those looking to contribute to patient care in a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Staff development opportunities

NHS pension scheme

Onsite parking

Psychological support

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleaning standards across the rehabilitation hospital.
• Assist with meal service and washing up duties.
• Work collaboratively within a team of housekeepers on site.
• Follow infection control and safety protocols.

Skills

Cleaning standards

Team collaboration

Infection control protocols

Job description

Job Overview

A vacancy is available to join the Housekeeping Team at Bexhill Irvine Unit for the hours 16:00‑19:30, three days per week. The position is 10.5 hours per week and there is often an opportunity to cover additional shifts at this location. The role involves all types of housekeeping duties in a clinical environment, serving meals and washing up duties.

Location & Schedule

Site: Bexhill Irvine Unit, rehabilitation hospital with 54‑58 beds. Working hours: 16:00‑19:30, 3 days a week (10.5 hrs per week). Coverage of extra shifts may be required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleaning standards across the rehabilitation hospital.
• Assist with meal service and washing up duties.
• Work collaboratively within a team of housekeepers on site.
• Follow infection control and safety protocols.

Benefits

• Staff development opportunities.
• Enrolment in the NHS pension scheme.
• Auto‑enrolment to the Temporary Workforce Service.
• Access to onsite nurseries, staff restaurants and accommodation.
• Free psychological support via the Employee Assistance Programme.
• Onsite parking available from £50 per year.

About the Employer

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust is the leading integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex, operating two acute hospitals and multiple community sites. The Trust is rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission and offers a supportive working environment for its staff.