House Keeper | Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals; St Helier; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in St Helier is seeking a full-time housekeeper to join a dynamic team. The role involves maintaining cleanliness, overseeing stock, and supporting clinical staff to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for patients. Strong organisational and communication skills are essential. Applicants should be flexible and adaptable in their approach to work.

Qualifications

• Experience in a cleaning role preferred.
• Must be able to work well in a team environment.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the ward area.
• Oversee stock and supplies within the ward.
• Assist the nursing team and liaise with multiple departments.
• Ensure infection control standards are upheld.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Attention to detail

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 attractive place for patients and staff.

Main Duties/Key Areas

• Stocks and supplies: overseeing the stock of all stores within the ward, including online internal ordering, and becoming familiar with our stock requirements and the fluctuating stock demands.
• Ward Hygiene: overseeing and checking the cleanliness of the ward area, informing the ward sister of any problems, and liaising with the designated domestic.
• Indirect patient care: acting as a runner for the ward to collect or deliver goods to other departments where a porter is not available or an item is needed urgently, and assisting in helping and directing visitors.
• Clerical Responsibilities: assisting with all clerical and administrative duties as required, and maintaining clear and accurate records.
• Linen: maintaining supply of linen and ensuring that the ward has adequate levels, and keeping linen cupboard neat and tidy to allow efficient top-up.
• Repair: informing maintenance of any repair works that are needed to be carried out on the ward, and keeping a record of any requisitions, job completion, and outcome.
• Policies: having responsibility for the Health, Safety, and Welfare of self and others, and complying at all times with the requirements of the Health and Safety Regulations.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to equal opportunities and diversity, and we strive to create an inclusive environment for all employees.