Compassionate Ward Kitchen & Care Assistant (30hrs)

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust; Whitehaven; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

27-day holiday

NHS Discounts

Cycle to Work

Vivup counselling

Job summary

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Housekeeper (Internal) for Ward 3, a 16-bed stroke rehabilitation ward. The role is 30 hours per week, primarily 12-8 shifts, within NCIC facilities. Training will be provided; prior housekeeping experience is not essential.

The post is open to NCIC employees only, with a salary and benefits aligned to NHS terms. A supportive multidisciplinary team environment and opportunities to gain valuable experience are offered.

Qualifications

• Good general education
• NVQ 1 in hotel services/food service or equivalent
• Experience in housekeeping/domestic duties preferred but not essential

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe and comfortable ward environment for patients, visitors and staff.
• Serve meals and beverages at scheduled times and assist with feeding when appropriate.
• Monitor hygiene standards in ward kitchen and stock rooms; manage stock rotation and discard out-of-date items.
• Work under supervision as part of the ward team to support the Ward Manager and nursing staff.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Prioritising tasks

Teamwork

Empathetic

Reliability

Timekeeping

IT Skills

Education

NVQ 1 in hotel services/food service

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Housekeeper (Internal) for Ward 3, a 16-bed stroke rehabilitation ward. The role is 30 hours per week, primarily 12-8 shifts, within NCIC facilities. Training will be provided; prior housekeeping experience is not essential.

The post is open to NCIC employees only, with a salary and benefits aligned to NHS terms. A supportive multidisciplinary team environment and opportunities to gain valuable experience are offered.