Housekeeper

NHS; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in Stoke-on-Trent is looking for a Housekeeper for Ward 106/107, focusing on cleanliness and patient care support. Responsibilities include managing ward cleanliness, stocking supplies, and assisting in patient meal choices. Candidates need basic education and good communication skills. The position is permanent, full-time, with a salary of £24,465 per annum, and located at the Royal Stoke Site. This role does not offer sponsorship under UKVI guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must have good communication skills to interact with patients.
• Basic education level required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleanliness of the ward area and all cleaning documentation is updated.
• Ensure ward has adequate stock for patient care.
• Keep clinical area tidy and clutter-free.
• Make sure patient's bed spaces are clean.
• Complete menus, liaise with patients and offer meal choices.
• Participate in food delivery at mealtimes.
• Participate in audits per infection control policies.

Skills

Good communication skills

Education

Basic level education

Job description

University Hospitals of North Midlands is currently unable to provide sponsorship for this role. This is in accordance with UKVI guidelines and legislation, as these roles do not meet the skill nor salary threshold for sponsorship. If you hold a graduate visa, you are welcome to apply for this role however it is important to note that UHNM will be unable to offer sponsorship at the end of your graduate visa - you must also have at least six months until your graduate visa expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Housekeeper on Ward 106/107 - Urology and Gynaecology.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring cleanliness of the ward area and ensure all cleaning documentation is in place and up to date.
• Ensure ward has adequate stock to ensure the smooth delivery of care for our patients.
• Ensure the clinical area is tidy and clutter free.
• Ensure patient's bedspaces are clean and clutter free.
• Complete menus, liaise with patients and offer meal choices.
• Participate in food delivery at each mealtime.
• Participate in audits with the senior team as per infection control policies and CEF inspection.

Qualifications

• Basic level education

• Good communication skills

Experience

• Previous employment in a caring environment

• Previous experience in an acute area

About the Trust

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. We serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. The Trust has around 1,450 inpatient beds across two sites in Stoke‑on‑Trent and Stafford. Our workforce of 11,000 provides emergency treatment, planned operations and medical care from Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital in Stafford. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales and are committed to offering flexible and agile working wherever relevant to the role.

Salary & Contract

Band: 2 | Salary: £24,465 per annum (pro rata)

Contract: Permanent | Working Pattern: Full‑time

Location

Royal Stoke Site, Ward 106/107, Stoke On Trent, ST4 6QG

Additional Information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal 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, please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.