Housekeeper - Ward 19

Wirral; Wirral; Presencial; GBP 24 000 - 27 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is inviting applications for a Housekeeper on Ward 19, full-time (37.5 hours) in Wirral. The role focuses on maintaining high standards of cleanliness of nursing equipment and ward environment, supporting staff and patient care with food services and general admin tasks.

The ideal candidate will have NVQ 1 or equivalent, NHS hospital experience, and familiarity with Cerner Millennium; good keyboard and IT skills are essential.

Qualificações

• NVQ level 1 in a relevant subject or equivalent.
• Previous experience in an acute NHS hospital.
• Previous experience of the Cerner Millennium information system.
• Good keyboard and computer skills.

Responsabilidades

• To maintain a high standard of cleanliness of all nursing equipment, both in use on the ward and in store.
• To ensure all equipment and the ward environment is in good working order at all times and report appropriately if not.
• Maintain Health and Safety in the workplace and complete risk assessments and electrical checks as required.
• To order and maintain an appropriate stock supply of consumables to unit via oracle, /telephone/email/hospital supply chain.
• Support ward staff with the serving of food and drinks for the patients.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and perform clerical tasks such as answering the telephone and use of the It System - Cerner.

Conhecimentos

Keyboard skills

Computer skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Formação académica

NVQ level 1 in a relevant subject or equivalent

Ferramentas

Cerner Millennium

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Main area Medicine Grade Band 2 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday) Job ref 408-26-746

Site Wirral University Teaching Hospital Town Wirral Salary £25,272 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 14/10/2026 23:59

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen on Ward 19 for a dedicated, enthusiastic and motivated Housekeeper.

Ward 219consists of a 28 bedded general medical ward.

We are a dedicated, welcoming and professional team of staff.

The Housekeeper is an integral member of the team who will work along side the Management and Nursing Team in maintaining a high standard of cleanliness of all Nursing equipment, both in use on the ward and in store.

Main duties of the job

• To maintain a high standard of cleanliness of all nursing equipment, both in use on the ward and in store.
• To ensure all equipment and the ward environment is in good working order at all times and report appropriately if not.
• Maintain Health and Safety in the workplace and complete risk assessments and electrical checks as required.
• To order and maintain an appropriate stock supply of consumables to unit via oracle, /telephone/email/hospital supply chain
• Support ward staff with the serving of food and drinks for the patients.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and perform clerical tasks such as answering the telephone and use of the It System - Cerner.

Working for our organisation

All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as “competent and caring staff” by our patients.

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.

We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral’s only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.

We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.

The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Housekeeper position available at WUTH.

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

• NVQ level 1 in a relevant subject or equivalent
• Previous experience in an acute NHS hospital
• Previous experience of the Cerner Millennium information system
• Good keyboard and computer skills

Knowledge and Skills

• General awareness of Health and Safety and COSHH regulations and processes.
• Good time management and organisational skills
• General awareness of Food Hygiene regulations and processes

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated and enthusiastic
• Ability to work as part of a multi disciplinary team

General Information

Please ensure you check the email account (including junk/spam boxes) from which you apply regularly as we will use this to contact you regarding your application throughout the process.

By applying for this post you are agreeing to Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust viewing and managing the information contained in the application.

Please note; that if you are offered a position, your personal details will automatically be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Records system (ESR).

The Trust reserves the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received a minimum amount of applications from which to make a shortlist. To prevent this happening please complete and submit your application without delay.

Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Information

If the post you are applying for requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, please note that, in line with Trust policy, the cost of submitting and processing the DBS application for successful applicants will be met by the individual.

For substantive employees, the DBS costs are recovered through salary deductions following commencement in post in 3 equal instalments.

For bank workers and individuals appointed to honorary positions that require a DBS check, the cost must be paid in advance via the Trusts payment link before a start date can be confirmed.

Please note that DBS fees and any associated administration charges are subject to periodic review and may change from time to time.

The cost of the DBS check would vary depending on the level required for the role:

The Trust would encourage all post holders who require a DBS for their role to registered with the DBS Update Service. You can find out more information and guidance on how to do this at DBS Update Service - GOV.UK

Please note that it is the responsibility of applicants to assess their own eligibility for apprenticeship opportunities in relation to the role they are applying for. Eligibility is determined by specific residency requirements set by government funding rules and is assessed on a case-by-case basis. Our organisation cannot guarantee eligibility for all applicants.

UK nationals or individuals with the right of abode typically meet the residency requirement if they have been ordinarily resident in the UK, the British Overseas Territories, or the Crown Dependencies (Channel Islands and Isle of Man) for at least three years prior to the start date of the apprenticeship.

Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified during the final stages of the selection process. All candidates must either already have the right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for visa sponsorship. Please note that it is the responsibility of applicants to assess their own eligibility for visa sponsorship in relation to the role they are applying for. Our organisation cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles, and eligibility is determined by the UK Home Office’s points-based immigration system on a case-by-case basis. For further information please see: Skilled Worker Visa Eligible Occupations and Codes .

For further details on skilled worker sponsorship, please consult the UK Home Office guidance: Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK. Additionally, the New guidance for overseas applicants | NHS Employers provides helpful information on the recruitment process for candidates applying for roles in the UK.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to check that they meet the current English language requirements before submitting an application for a role where they would require a visa application. Full details are available here Skilled Worker visa: Knowledge of English - GOV.UK

This information does not constitute legal advice, and we strongly recommend seeking independent legal guidance tailored to your individual circumstances.

Safeguarding

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all unborn babies, children and adults and is signed up to both the Wirral Safeguarding Children's Partnership and the Wirral Safeguarding Adults Partnership Board associated policies and procedures. All Trust staff must be familiar with, and adhere to these procedures. It is the post holders responsibility to attended the Trusts mandatory training Protecting Vulnerable People training, and to follow the relevant Trusts polices and practice guidance.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties 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 Helen Morris Job title Associate Director of Nursing Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 0151 678 5111 Additional information

Please contact ADN Helen Morris if you would like to discuss the role further or would like to arrange an informal visit.