Housekeeper Outpatients Department

Job Summary

The housekeeper will play a key role as part of the team, working under the direction and guidance of the Department manager/Charge Nurse or their designated deputy. The primary responsibility of the role is to assist the nursing team with non-clinical tasks, uphold high standards of cleanliness in the clinical areas, and contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for patients. They will be required to work across two sites: the main Outpatients Department and the Sid Watkins Outpatient Department.

Main duties of the job

1. Clean and disinfect clinical and non-clinical areas, including waiting areas, consultation rooms, and corridors, ensuring a high standard of cleanliness.
2. Assist nursing staff with non-clinical tasks, such as setting up treatment areas, moving equipment, and replenishing supplies.
3. Handle and dispose of clinical and non-clinical waste in accordance with infection control and department guidelines.
4. Monitor and report stock levels of cleaning supplies, linen, and consumables, ensuring that all required items are available.
5. Adhere to departmental policies, infection control protocols, and health and safety regulations to maintain a hygienic and safe environment.
6. Help in organising and maintaining clean storage areas for supplies and equipment.
7. Offer refreshments to patients and their families where appropriate, ensuring a patient-friendly experience.
8. Assist with tasks to support the overall patient care process, including collecting laundry, delivering pharmacy items, and other duties as directed by clinical staff.
9. Report any damaged equipment or required maintenance repairs to the estates team to ensure minimal disruption to patient care.
10. Keep store rooms clean, tidy, and organised, ensuring that equipment and stock are stored appropriately and accessible when needed.
11. Perform additional general cleaning tasks such as floor cleaning, dusting, and surface sanitation as required.

About Us

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to achieve dual accreditation for Investors in People, demonstrating our commitment to both staff development and well-being. We are proud to have earned Gold status in both areas. As a leader in neurology and neurosurgery, The Walton Centre places patients and their families at the heart of everything we do. As the UK's only specialist hospital trust dedicated to comprehensive services in neurology, neurosurgery, spinal care, and pain management, we are honoured to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and to drive innovation within the field of neuroscience.

Established in 1992 and granted Foundation Trust status in 2009, The Walton Centre employs around 1,450 staff members and serves over 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients annually. With leading specialists and a dedicated team, we deliver exceptional clinical outcomes in brain, spinal, and neurological care, both nationally and internationally. Our teams, based at our Fazakerley site in Liverpool, provide world-class services for diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the brain, spine, peripheral nerves, and muscles, as well as supporting individuals with a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.

Date posted

14 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,169 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

160-7079119

Job locations

The Walton Centre

The Walton Centre, Lower Lane, Fazakerley

Liverpool

L9 7LB

Qualifications

Essential

• General education
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills
• Basic IT Skills

Desirable

• Food hygiene certificate or willing to undertake short course

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a healthcare setting
• Experience working with people
• Excellent communication Skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of infection control in a hospital setting

Personal attributes

Essential

• Excellent communication/telephone skills.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
• Flexible to the service needs of the Outpatients Department
• Organised and able to prioritise work load
• Can use own initiative

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.

Employer details

Employer name

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Walton Centre

The Walton Centre, Lower Lane, Fazakerley

Liverpool

L9 7LB

Employer's website

https://www.thewaltoncentre.nhs.uk/