Housekeeper-AMU

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

27-day holiday scheme rising to 33

NHS Discounts

Salary Sacrifice - lease cars

Cycle to Work

Vivup counselling

Job summary

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 2 Housekeeper for the Cumberland Infirmary in Carlisle. The role is part-time (21.5 hours per week, 12-hour shifts), permanent, with in-house training provided and a focus on maintaining high cleaning and hygiene standards across ward areas.

The successful candidate will support meal service, stock replenishment, and safety in a fast-paced Acute Medical Unit environment, with opportunities for progression within the Trust and

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a housekeeper is not essential; in-house training provided.
• GCSE English and maths or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and replenish ward stock and requisitions.
• Maintain high standards of cleaning and hygiene in ward areas.
• Dispose of waste safely and report faults or safety hazards.
• Assist with serving meals and beverages to patients.
• Support the Ward Manager to keep the ward environment safe and tidy.

Skills

Housekeeping

Ward hygiene

Education

GCSE English and maths or equivalent

Tools

IT skills

Job description

Would you like to join a centre of excellence in rural and remote healthcare?

Main area Domestic Services Grade NHS AfC: Band 2 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 21.5 hours per week (12 hour shifts) Job ref 262-A-26-8044937-A

Site Cumberland Infirmary Town Carlisle Salary £25,272 Per Annum Pro Rata Salary period Yearly Closing 30/09/2026 23:59

Job overview

Band 2 Housekeeper up to 36 hours per week, permanent

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic housekeeper who wants to work as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team. Previous experience as a housekeeper is not essential as in-house training will be provided to ensure you are fully equipped to meet the demands of this role.

The Acute Medical Unit is a 39 bedded assessment unit and short stay ward based at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle. We are a fast paced environment, caring for acutely unwell patients.

Main duties of the job

• Monitor and replenish Ward stock including preparing stock and non-stock requisitions for approval.
• Monitor and maintain high standards of cleaning and hygiene standards of ward including; treatment room/stock room/store rooms/staff rooms/offices/ kitchen (including fridge and microwave), ensuring all equipment/utensils and surfaces are clean at all times, eg discarding out of date food, stock rotation.
• Monitor the safe disposal of waste.
• Support the Ward Manager in helping to ensure the ward environment is safe and tidy including the removal of any hazards/clutter.
• Report equipment faults and monitor repairs.
• Report any accidents or incidents as per Trust policy.
• Prepare and serve hot/cold beverages at the scheduled times.
• Serve patients meals, adhering to food hygiene regulations.
• Be aware of increased nutritional needs. Ensure these needs are met by assisting patients to eat and drink, eg cutting up food, placing food within easy
• Liaise with patients and carers to ensure they have sufficient supply of clothing and toiletries.

Working for our organisation

At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.

Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of ‘safe, high quality care every time’:

• Being a clinically led organisation
• Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
• A positive patient experience every time
• A great place to work
• Managing our money well

As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.

Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.

CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP

Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligiblevacancies.

Disclosure and Barring Service:

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.

The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post:

Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:

• 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
• NHS Discounts*
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*
• Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems
• *Subject to eligibility

Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.

If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.

Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.

Person specification

Qualifications

• GCSE English and maths or equivalent.

Other Requirements

• Flexible approach to working hours. Committed to undertake required training.
• Driving licence

Knowledge and Experience

• Previous experience in a Portering role or Health care role or Domestic role.
• Work in a hospital environment.
• Experience of using a computer.

Skills and Aptitudes

• Ability to use IT to order stores
• Ability to follow instruction methodically/respond and send emails
• Able to work without supervision
• Able to meet deadlines
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team.
• Ability to use initiative appropriately
• Able to follow health and safety procedures
• Ability to demonstrate the compassionate values and behaviours needed for dignified care.
• Customer care training

Employer certification / accreditation badges

The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable people and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 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 criminal convictions.

Name Fiona Smith Job title Ward Manager Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01228 814451 Additional information

Please contact deputy ward managers in my absence:

Helen Harrison

Jenna Hope