Housekeeping Assistant

NHS; Slough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Slough seeks a dedicated Housekeeper to maintain high standards of cleanliness at Wexham Park Hospital. This role is crucial to ensure a comfortable environment for patients. Ideal candidates will possess attention to detail and strong customer service skills. Full training is provided, and no previous cleaning experience is necessary. Join us and make a real difference in patient care.

Benefits

Full training provided

NHS benefits including pension

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Basic cleaning skills required.
• Able to work as a member of a team.
• Able to communicate verbally and understand instructions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene across hospital wards.
• Serve breakfast to patients effectively.
• Manage waste disposal and consumables.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Strong work ethic

Education

Basic education

Good numeracy and literacy

Job description

Overview

Are you a hardworking and enthusiastic individual looking for a rewarding role in healthcare? We are seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to join our friendly team at Wexham Park Hospital, Slough.

In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring patients have a comfortable and positive experience by: maintaining high standards of cleanliness on the ward/department; serving breakfast to patients with care and efficiency; creating a welcoming and supportive environment.

What We Offer: Full training - no previous cleaning experience needed; a friendly and supportive team environment; the chance to make a real difference in patients' lives; NHS benefits and career progression opportunities.

If you have great customer service skills and a positive attitude, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today and be part of something meaningful.

Main duties of the job

• Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in a healthcare environment? Wexham Park Hospital, Slough, is seeking a hardworking and enthusiastic Housekeeping Assistant to join our dedicated team.

Job summary

Join Our Team at Wexham Park Hospital!

Are you a hardworking and enthusiastic individual looking for a rewarding role in healthcare? We are seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to join our friendly team at Wexham Park Hospital, Slough.

In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring patients have a comfortable and positive experience by: maintaining high standards of cleanliness on the ward/department; serving breakfast to patients with care and efficiency; creating a welcoming and supportive environment.

What We Offer: Full training - no previous cleaning experience needed; a friendly and supportive team environment; the chance to make a real difference in patients' lives; NHS benefits and career progression opportunities.

If you have great customer service skills and a positive attitude, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today and be part of something meaningful.

About the Role

As a Housekeeping Assistant, you will play a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for our patients and staff. Your responsibilities will include:

• Cleaning & Floor Care - Vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, damp mopping, and spray buffing of floors, using specialist equipment where required.
• Carpet Maintenance - Daily spot cleaning, stain removal, and shampooing carpets under the guidance of the Housekeeping Supervisor.
• Waste Management - Collecting, tagging, and disposing of waste correctly, ensuring proper segregation and placement in locked containers as per NHS Trust policy.
• General Cleaning Duties - Damp dusting and sanitising patient lockers, over-bed tables, chairs, beds, ledges, radiators, pipes, and bed wheels.
• Use of Cleaning Equipment - Operating cleaning machinery and technology to ensure high standards of cleanliness are maintained.

If you have great attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and excellent customer service skills, we'd love to hear from you!

About us

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available. We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Your Role & Responsibilities

As a Housekeeping Assistant, you will play a crucial part in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across hospital wards and departments. Your key tasks will include:

• General Cleaning Duties: Damp dusting and polishing desks, furniture, and fittings in nurses stations, offices, day rooms, and ancillary areas; cleaning baths, showers, hand basins, and polishing chrome fittings; maintaining cleanliness of lavatories and surrounding areas; cleaning and polishing mirrors and glass surfaces; ensuring lavatory brushes and holders are thoroughly cleaned after use.
• Waste & Consumables Management: Collection and safe disposal of waste, ensuring correct segregation; replacing waste bags and keeping containers clean; restocking hand towels, toilet rolls, hand soap, hand cream, and hand gel dispensers.
• Patient Support: Assisting with the serving of breakfast as required, ensuring patients receive a positive mealtime experience.
• Equipment & Technology: Using cleaning equipment and technology efficiently and safely, following training and guidance.

What We Offer: Full training provided; no previous experience required; a friendly and supportive team in a hospital environment; opportunities for career progression within the NHS; NHS benefits including a pension scheme and staff discounts; a chance to make a real impact on patient wellbeing every day.

If you have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and great customer service skills, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today and become a valued part of our team at Wexham Park Hospital!

For more details, please see the full Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Basic education
• Good Numeracy and literacy

Desirable

• NVQ level 1 in cleaning and support services building interior

Experience

Desirable

• Previous experience in a similar role desirable but not essential

Knowledge

Essential

• Basic cleaning skills
• Able to work as a member of a team
• Able to communicate verbally and understand instructions

Desirable

• Understanding of reasons for cleaning

Special Requirements

Essential

• Flexible approach to work
• Respect for patient privacy and confidentiality

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

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wexham Park Hospital

Wexham Street

Slough

SL2 4HL

Employer's website

https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/