Housekeeper

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital trust in the UK seeks a dedicated Housekeeper to maintain cleanliness and support patient services in their Urology and Gynaecology wards. The ideal candidate will ensure the ward environment is clean, safe, and well-stocked, while assisting patients with meal choices and participating in infection control audits. Previous experience in an acute care setting is preferred, and a basic level of education is required. This role offers valuable experience in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Basic level education required.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring cleanliness of the ward area and all documentation is up to date.
• Ensure ward has adequate stock for the smooth delivery of care.
• Ensure clinical area is tidy and clutter-free.
• Participate in food delivery at each mealtime.

Education

Basic level education

Job description

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Housekeeper

The closing date is 29 December 2025

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.

As a housekeeper, you will lead ward services such as catering, cleaning, equipment and supplies. The work includes: talking to patients, ordering non-clinical supplies, ensuring the ward is clean and tidy. You will assist in the smooth running of the ward by promoting a clean and healthy environment and 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.

You will be highly motivated to help maintain our high standards in caring, and you will be valued and appreciated for the contribution you give to our team.

Main duties of the job

The post holder is responsible for ensuring that the environment and catering services meet the needs and expectations of Patients, Visitors and the Ward team. The post holder will work as an integral part of the ward team and will be responsible for the co-ordination of all patient facilities and services in the ward area and ensuring a clean, safe and comfortable environment.

The main elements of the role are ensuring the delivery of cleaning, catering and minor maintenance services, together with other specified tasks to meet individual patient needs as determined by the Ward Sister. The post holder will monitor quality standards, reporting deficiencies and recommending appropriate changes.

About us

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 11,000 strong workforce provide 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. We have put together a wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential. Our goal is to be a world-class centre of achievement, where patients receive the highest standards of care and the best people come to learn, work and research.

Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff is really important to us. We offer a range of options for our staff to help maintain a good work-life balance including full time, part time hours and bank hours. We are also committed to offering flexible working wherever we can and where relevant to the role and the service, agile working. You can select your preferences upon application.

Job 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 patient's 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.

For further information on this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager.

Qualifications

• Basic level education

Experience

• Previous experience in an acute area

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.

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust