Housekeeper (Theatres)

Sheffield Children's; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust as a Housekeeper in the Operating Theatre Department. This full-time role requires maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients and staff. Ideal candidates will have GCSE-level education and experience in housekeeping. Enjoy a supportive team atmosphere and contribute to children's healthcare.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension schemes

Health and wellbeing programmes

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a domestic or housekeeping role.
• Experience maintaining safe and hygienic environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and order in theatres and staff areas.
• Support patient care teams by preparing and maintaining a suitable environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Proactivity

Education

GCSE level in English and Maths

Customer care hygiene qualifications

Job description

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Housekeeper (Theatres)

The closing date is 21 May 2025

Permanent | Full-time (3 shifts) | Proposed interview date 04-June-2025

We are looking for a dedicated Housekeeper to join our Operating Theatre Department, where you will help ensure a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment for both patients and staff. You will support patient care teams, coordinate with facilities services, and perform a variety of non-clinical tasks to uphold standards of hygiene and safety.

This is a full-time role across three days a week:

Fixed days: Tuesday and Thursday (07:00-20:00)

Flexible third day (07:00-20:00) to be agreed with you (Mon, Wed, or Fri)

About You:

Educated to GCSE level or equivalent experience

Previous experience in a domestic or housekeeping role

Experience maintaining safe and hygienic environments

Enjoy working as part of a team

Proactive, and committed to maintaining Trust standards

Ready to help make a difference in children's healthcare? Apply now and become part of our team!

Main duties of the job

You will report to the Theatre Manager, and your responsibilities will include:

Maintain cleanliness and order in theatres and staff areas

Remove clutter and ensure the environment is safe

Clean general and specialist equipment

Put away and check daily linen deliveries

Support patient care teams by preparing and maintaining a suitable environment

Communicate with estates, facilities, and support teams for maintenance and services

Report and act on any deficiencies in cleaning or standards

Help with specific non-clinical patient needs as directed by the nurse in charge

About us

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.

We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [e-mail]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

• GCSE Educated to GCSE level in English and Maths or equivalent experience
• Customer care hygiene qualifications at intermediate level

Experience

• Experience of a domestic/cleaning role
• Experience of working with children and their families with health care needs
• Experience in customer care
• Knowledge of how a theatre department runs

Knowledge

• Knowledge of health and Safety processes/policies
• Knowledge of infection control
• Knowledge of Health and Safety policy

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.

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

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