Housekeeper

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is seeking a Band 2 Housekeeper to join Ward 39 at Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. The role focuses on maintaining stocked consumables, assisting with ward cleaning, and providing non-clinical support to the ward team.

You will need excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills, and be comfortable with computers and ordering processes. A compassionate, patient-centred approach is essential in a challenging hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills.
• Competent with computers and ordering processes.
• Ability to provide non-clinical support under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Maintain adequate stocks of consumables and ensure ward equipment is clean and in good working order.
• Assist in transfer of patients and equipment within the ward.
• Provide non-clinical support to the ward team under nurse supervision.
• Support catering supplies and meals delivery to meet patient/nutrition needs.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Tools

Ordering systems

Job description

Job Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 2 Housekeeper to join Ward 39 at Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Job Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 2 Housekeeper to join Ward 39 at Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

The role of the Housekeeper will be to ensure that all consumables are ordered, stored and available for all staff within all areas of the ward. The role will require the individual to support with assisting staff with cleaning the patient’s environment. The role requires the individual to be competent with computers, ordering processes and some administrative duties.

The successful candidate will possess excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills and demonstrate a commitment to enhancing patient experiences. We seek individuals who are compassionate and capable of delivering high-quality, patient-centred care within a challenging environment.

Main duties of the job

• To be responsible for ensuring adequate stocks of consumables are maintained to meet service requirements and that all equipment within the department is clean and in good working order.
• To assist in the transfer of patients and equipment.
• The post holder will provide non-clinical support to the ward team carrying out tasks assigned to the individual under the supervision of nurses.
• The essence of the role is to assist in maintaining as safe and clean working environment for patients and staff, to support the nutritional needs of patients by supporting the ordering and delivery of catering supplies and meals, and to ensure that stocks and supplies are kept at adequate levels within the ward environment.

Working for your organisation

Our Poppy’s Promise Commitment

We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team — clinical or non-clinical — plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.

We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.

Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.