House Keeper

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in England is seeking a full-time Housekeeper to work within a dynamic team. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness and order on the ward, supporting nursing staff, and ensuring high standards of hygiene. Ideal candidates will have strong organisational and communication skills. Applications are welcome from all sections of the community.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well with all members of the multidisciplinary team and the public.
• Ability to use own initiative.
• Good communication and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of the ward area.
• Supporting the team with non-clinical tasks and some clerical duties.
• Overseeing the stock of all stores within the ward.

Skills

Organisational skills

Customer care skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Education

Literacy and numeracy skills

Job description

Mary Moore is a surgical ward within the division of surgery, and we are looking to recruit a full-time housekeeper to become a member of our dynamic and welcoming team.

Housekeepers are part of the ward team. You will work under the supervision and direction of the senior ward staff and manager. Working closely with the domestic staff, catering and linen services as well as nursing staff and clinical support staff. As a Housekeeper, you will work in a supportive role, assisting the clinical nursing team to ensure the department runs smoothly. You will need to be flexible, adaptable, and have strong organisational skills. Excellent communication skills are important as you will be liaising with teams throughout the hospital whilst working closely with the nursing team.

The core responsibility is maintaining cleanliness and organisation of the ward area, which may include cleaning, tidying, and making sure the ward is organised. Maintaining infection control standards, escalating concerns to estates where appropriate.

House Keepers help make sure the ward is clean, safe, and an attractive place for patients and staff.

Main Duties of the Job

• Overseeing the stock of all stores within the ward, including online internal ordering.
• Becoming familiar with our stock requirements and the fluctuating stock demands.
• Supporting staff in meeting the nutritional needs of our patients.
• Ensuring high standards of cleanliness and tidiness are maintained within both the clinical and non-clinical areas.
• Supporting the team with non-clinical tasks and some clerical duties.
• Liaising with other teams within the trust such as estates and the kitchens regarding repairs or procurement of equipment.
• Excellent communication skills to ensure the needs of the role are met, within the team, as well as with the wider range of teams who support the role.

About Us

St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).

Person Specification

Essential:

• Literacy and numeracy skills
• Ability to work well with all members of the multidisciplinary team and the public
• Good communication and computer skills
• Ability to use own initiative
• Customer care skills
• Organisational skills
• IT skills

Desirable:

• Studying for N.V.Q. level 2 or 3
• Previous healthcare setting experience
• Previous housekeeping experience
• Health & Safety awareness

Note: 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.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.