Housekeeper

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Colney; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service

Discounted gym memberships

Excellent pension scheme and annual/le

Job summary

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Housekeeper to join the Dermatology housekeeping team. You will help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for patients, visitors and staff, working with a supportive team to uphold high cleanliness standards.

Full training provided. The role emphasizes reliability, attention to detail and good communication suited for a busy hospital setting at NNUH Colney Lane.

Qualifications

• Previous housekeeping experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and order stock to keep the department well supplied.
• Safely dispose of waste in accordance with policy.
• Promptly report faults, hazards and maintenance issues to the right team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Housekeeper to join our friendly and dedicated housekeeping team. You will play an important role in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for our patients, visitors and colleagues.

Working as part of a supportive team, you will help ensure high standards of cleanliness and hygiene are consistently maintained. The role requires attention to detail, a positive attitude, good communication skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Previous housekeeping experience is desirable.

Our team takes pride in the work we do and understands the difference that a clean, well-stocked and safe environment can make to our patients. We value everyone’s contribution and encourage a respectful, inclusive and supportive working atmosphere.

By joining us, you will become part of a team that is committed to delivering high-quality services and living our PRIDE Values every day. If you are dependable, caring and take pride in doing a job well, we would love to hear from you.

We offer a supportive working environment, opportunities to develop your skills, and the satisfaction of knowing that your work makes a real difference to patient care.

As a Housekeeper within Dermatology, you will play an important role in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for patients, visitors and staff. You will work as part of the housekeeping team to ensure the department is well stocked, clean and meets all the requirements to enable clinics to run smoothly.

Your duties will include monitoring and ordering stock, safely disposing of waste, and promptly reporting faults, hazards and maintenance issues. You will support the senior nursing team in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene, ensuring equipment is serviced within Trust timescales. You will also assist with the smooth running of the department, including photocopying and collecting and delivering items to the pharmacy and other departments.

We are looking for someone who is reliable, conscientious and takes pride in their work, with good attention to detail and the ability to communicate respectfully with patients and colleagues. You should be able to organise your workload, work independently when required and contribute positively to the wider team.

Full training and support will be provided.

Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!

The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.

We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:

• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
• Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
• On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
• On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Joshua Chembe Job title: Charge Nurse Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 01603 647885