House Keeper

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Facilities Coordinator to ensure a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for patients and visitors. The role involves coordinating services and maintaining high standards of hygiene and organization within the ward. This position offers opportunities for professional development within a supportive and inclusive team.

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare environment preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all patient facilities and services in the ward.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety of the environment.
• Liaise with domestic staff for upkeep of patient areas.

Skills

Coordination

Attention to Detail

Communication

Job description

The post holder is responsible for ensuring that the environment meets the needs and expectations of patients, visitors, and the Ward/Unit. The post holder will work as an integral part of the ward team and will be responsible for coordinating all patient facilities and services in the area, ensuring a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.

1. Develop and maintain systems for the upkeep of all areas, ensuring that patients, trolleys, and cubicles/waiting rooms are free from clutter at all times.
2. Implement systems to ensure the unit is safe and tidy, including tidy notice boards, signage, shelving, and work desk areas.
3. Liaise with domestic staff to monitor the standard of patients’ curtains, ensuring they are of consistent design and in good repair.
4. Ensure that alcohol gel dispensers, paper towels, and soap for hand hygiene are replenished to prevent cross-infection within the clinical area.
5. Ensure processes are in place for cleaning, maintaining, and correctly storing patient equipment, such as monitors.

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we serve around three million people and are highly regarded for our facilities, teaching, and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.

All our employees contribute valuably regardless of role, and we offer a range of development packages to help everyone fulfill their potential. UHNM fosters a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring all staff feel valued and respected.

We believe investing in, supporting, and developing our staff directly impacts the quality of care we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the community we serve.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

Name: Sarah Steele
Job Title: Ward Manager
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]