Housekeeper

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Stretford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Stretford is seeking a motivated Housekeeper to ensure a clean and safe department. This role involves coordinating support services within the theatre department, maintaining hygiene standards, and collaborating with clinical teams. Ideal candidates will be committed to quality care and contribute to a supportive work environment. Join us for a rewarding career with clear development pathways and a strong focus on teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Ordering of stores and equipment, and coordination of stock levels.
• Responsible for assisting with the patient experience tracker and continuous quality improvement work.
• Spot cleaning and ensuring spillages are dealt with swiftly and efficiently.
• Ensure equipment is in a clean, serviced, and available for immediate use.
• Upkeep of theatre appearance e.g. remove clutter, remove dirty cups, tidy notice boards.
• Liaise with other departments as appropriate.
• Establish and maintain cleaning schedules for non-clinical items.
• Daily checks of the staff coffee room to ensure daily cleaning is in place.
• Attend service meeting on behalf of the Theatre department.
• Be the safety champion for the department.

Job description

We are now seeking a motivated and committed Housekeeper with excellent time management skills to join our team in Trafford theatres to coordinate all support services within the theatre department as part of the theatre team to ensure a clean, safe and comfortable department. Ensure that maintenance schedules are adhered to and that the department conforms to Health and Safety standards using policy and risk assessment. You will be working in collaboration with other theatre practitioners and domestic staff to ensure a safe, clean, and organised clinical environment and you will also supervise the domestic staff ensuring that they are cleaning to a high standard.

Responsibilities

• Ordering of stores and equipment, and coordination of stock levels
• Responsible for assisting with the patient experience tracker and continuous quality improvement work.
• Spot cleaning and ensuring spillages are dealt with swiftly and efficiently.
• Ensure equipment is in a clean, serviced, and available for immediate use.
• Upkeep of theatre appearance e.g. remove clutter, remove dirty cups, tidy notice boards and leaflet rack, signage, moving of light furniture.
• Liaise with other departments as appropriate.
• Establish and maintain cleaning schedules for non-clinical items e.g. drip stands.
• Checks for the changing rooms are completed daily.
• Daily checks of the staff coffee room to ensure daily cleaning is in place and refrigerator and area is kept clean and tidy.
• Attend service meeting on behalf of the Theatre department and cascade information to the theatre leads when necessary.
• Be the safety champion for the department and ensure correct checked are completed.

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Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.

At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you're part of something bigger from day one.