Housekeeper

NHS; Falmouth; On-site; GBP 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Falmouth is seeking a Housekeeping Assistant for Boscawen Ward. The role involves supporting patient care by maintaining cleanliness and coordinating services under the guidance of the ward team. Applicants should have basic numeracy and literacy, be fluent in English, and ideally have previous care experience. A commitment to training and knowledge of cleaning and hygiene procedures are beneficial. This part-time position offers a salary of £24,465 (pro-rata) for a fixed term of 9 months.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care setting is required.
• Willingness to undertake any development training including mandatory training.

Responsibilities

• Provide housekeeping services to the ward manager in the ward environment.
• Coordinate all patient facilities/services to ensure a clean, safe environment.
• Ensure delivery of cleaning, catering, and minor maintenance services.

Skills

Basic numeracy & literacy

Fluent in English language - written and verbal

Ability to work in team environment

Knowledge of cleaning and food handling/hygiene procedures

Education

GCSE Maths and English

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Job summary

Please note: This opportunity is open to internal candidates as a secondment. Before applying, please ensure you have discussed the post with your current line manager and obtained their agreement to support your release for the duration of the secondment.

Boscawen is an exciting place to work; a nurse led unit at Falmouth Community Hospital created to accept patients from home . Nurses and Healthcare Assistants are using their assessment skills and developing practical skills.

We are looking for a dynamic person who wish to join our team and expand their skill set within support roles with the opportunity to support dynamic patient flow within a multidisciplinary team which includes doctors, occupational therapists and physiotherapists.

Main duties of the job

To provide housekeeping services to the ward manager in the ward environment. The post holder will work as an integral part of the ward team. He/she will be responsible for the coordination of all patient facilities/services in the ward area ensuring a clean, safe, comfortable environment.

The main elements of the role are ensuring the delivery of cleaning, catering and minor maintenance, together with other specified tasks to meet patient needs, as determined by the ward manager/charge nurse. The post holder will be required to work closely with the senior general services assistant , contractors and support services departments. He/she will monitor quality standards and rectify deficiencies.

About us

We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.

We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.

Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use our services.

Details

Date posted: 12 December 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 2

Salary: £24,465 a year Pro Rata

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 9 months

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: 201-25-888-A

Job locations: Boscawen Ward, Falmouth Hospital, Trescobeas Road, TR11 2JA

Job responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Person Specification

• Basic numeracy & literacy. Fluent in English language - written and verbal
• Previous experience in a care setting
• GCSE Maths and English
• Computer literate (Desirable)
• Able to work in team environment
• Willingness to undertake any development training to include mandatory
• Knowledge of cleaning and food handling/hygiene procedures

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

Employer details

Employer name: Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Boscawen Ward, Falmouth Hospital, Trescobeas Road, TR11 2JA

Employer's website: https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/