Housekeeper

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

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Ripon is looking for a part-time Housekeeper to join their Hotel Services team. The role focuses on maintaining a clean environment and providing catering services to patients. Candidates should have a Food Hygiene Certificate and be experienced in cleaning and catering duties. Strong communication and time management skills are essential for this position. The position requires weekend shifts, ensuring a supportive atmosphere for patients and staff. Pay is £24,465 pro rata per annum.

Qualifications

• Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2 must be completed within 12 months.
• Numeracy and Literacy at Level 2 are essential.
• ITQ Level 2 is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness in patient and communal areas.
• Provide catering services to patients.
• Work within a multi-professional team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Time management

Use of cleaning equipment

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2

Numeracy and Literacy to Level 2

ITQ Level 2

Tools

Motorised cleaning equipment

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Housekeepers are responsible to provide and maintain cleaning and catering services as part of the Hotel Services team to office, patient and communal areas within the Trust. Ensuring a clean, safe and supportive environment for staff and patients working towards their recovery.

You will need to be passionate and enthusiastic about patient care putting patients at the heart of everything you do. You will be working in a multi‑professional team and will need to be able to think on the spot and be empathetic. You will be passionate about our business, creating a culture of continuous improvement.

Right to Work: You must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role.

No Sponsorship: This role does not meet the required eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa; therefore the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular role.

Main duties of the job

We require a friendly, positive thinking, organised and motivated individual to work as a Housekeeper (part time – 15 Hours) within the Trust’s Hotel Services Team.

The post holder will be based at The Orchards, Ripon and will be required to work Saturday 7:30am‑15:30pm and Sunday 8:00am‑16:00pm.

You should be highly motivated, reliable, and flexible and willing to work at short notice as there may be opportunities for extra hours.

Experience in cleaning duties and use of chemicals and equipment are essential as you will be working in a demanding environment. Catering and food service experience would be beneficial along with a passion to providing high standards of customer service.

Experience of working or volunteering in a mental health and learning disabilities setting is essential. Also, the ability to provide a positive approach and image when working with relevant client groups throughout the Trust.

Candidates must possess a Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2 or work towards successful completion in an agreed timescale.

Essential are Numeracy, Literacy and IT Level 2 (Equivalent to GCSE grades 9‑4 A*‑C in the old GCSE grading system).

NVQ Level 2 Housekeeping is desirable. All candidates should demonstrate a commitment to undertake further training and qualifications as deemed necessary to the position within agreed timescales.

Qualifications

• Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2 (to be completed within 12 months)
• Numeracy and Literacy to Level 2
• ITQ Level 2

Desirable Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Housekeeping (within agreed timescale)

Experience

• Experience in use of cleaning materials and equipment
• Experience in general cleaning duties
• Experience of working or volunteering in a mental health or learning disabilities environment

Desirable Experience

• Experience cleaning in a hospital environment

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Health & Safety and COSHH
• Knowledge of National Standard of Cleanliness
• Knowledge of deep‑cleaning procedures
• Knowledge of Patient‑Lead Assessment of the Care Environment (PLACE)
• Good understanding of confidentiality

Skills

• Able to follow protocols and instructions
• Able to demonstrate thoroughness and attention to detail in all tasks
• Safe, efficient and effective techniques in the following areas, producing consistently high standards: Cleaning; Deep cleaning; Use of motorised cleaning equipment e.g. floor scrubber, carpet cleaner; Use of kitchen equipment; Preparation and serving of food; Use and cleaning of regeneration ovens; Washing and ironing
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
• Breakaway techniques

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 to check for any previous convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. Note that from 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.

About Us

We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.

From education and prevention to crisis and specialist care – our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.

We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.

We’re committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.

We won’t rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.

Details

Date posted: 30 December 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 2

Salary: £24,465 a year pro rata, per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part‑time

Reference number: 346-EF-113-25-B

Job locations

The Orchards, Princess Close, Ripon, HG4 1HZ

Employer details

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address: The Orchards, Princess Close, Ripon, HG4 1HZ