Critical Care Housekeeper: Clean, Safe Ward

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an NHS Band 2 Housekeeper to support the Critical Care unit. The role involves maintaining cleanliness, stock control, and assisting with patient care in a busy 31-bed unit.

The post is full-time, permanent and requires adherence to safety and infection control policies. Responsibilities include monitoring cleaning standards, reporting issues, stocking consumables, and coordinating with nursing and estates teams.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cleaning and food handling procedures; knowledge of CoSHH.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the Critical Care Unit.
• Report concerns regarding cleanliness, maintenance, or infection risks to the nurse in charge.
• Monitor stock levels of consumables including PPE, linen, cleaning products, and patient care items.
• Replenish ward stock and storage areas as required.
• Rotate stock to ensure items are within expiry dates.
• Receive, unpack, and store deliveries safely and appropriately.
• Inform senior staff of shortages or stock discrepancies.
• Support patient comfort by maintaining a pleasant and organised environment.
• Communicate courteously and respectfully with patients and visitors.
• Check equipment for cleanliness and report faults promptly.
• Ensure equipment is stored safely and appropriately.
• Assist with locating equipment required for patient care.
• Comply with all Health and Safety regulations and Trust policies.
• Promptly report hazards, incidents, near misses, defects, or accidents.
• Adhere to manual handling and COSHH requirements.
• Ensure emergency exits and access routes remain clear.
• Work closely with nursing, medical, domestic estates and supplies teams
• Complete cleaning records and checklists accurately.
• Maintain stock records where required.
• Ensure all documentation is completed in accordance with Trust standards.
• Participate in mandatory training and updates
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the Band 2 Housekeeper role as requested by the line manager.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

NVQ level 2 / equivalent

Job description

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an NHS Band 2 Housekeeper to support the Critical Care unit. The role involves maintaining cleanliness, stock control, and assisting with patient care in a busy 31-bed unit.

The post is full-time, permanent and requires adherence to safety and infection control policies. Responsibilities include monitoring cleaning standards, reporting issues, stocking consumables, and coordinating with nursing and estates teams.