Non Clinical Support Worker - Maternity Housekeeper

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Lancaster is looking for a dedicated individual to manage patient facilities within the maternity ward. Responsibilities include coordinating services and ensuring a safe and clean environment for patients. The ideal candidate will have strong teamwork skills and a commitment to high-quality patient care. This role is crucial for enhancing patient experiences and includes various supportive duties.

Qualifications

• Commitment to providing high-quality care for patients.
• Ability to maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Teamwork skills to work with staff and assist patients.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate all patient facilities services within the ward area.
• Ensure the ward environment is safe, clean, and comfortable.
• Assist ward staff in welcoming and guiding patients.

Job description

A Vacancy at University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay Foundation Trust provides acute hospital care to the local population.

An opportunity has arisen at Royal Lancaster Infirmary - Maternity Ward 17.

We would invite candidates who want to help us make a difference for our patients.

We are excited to be able to offer this role to someone who is a committed member of staff who enjoys being part of the wider team.

You will work in conjunction with all staff in order to maintain a clean and safe environment and ensure housekeeping jobs are completed in a satisfactory manner.

Responsibilities

• Co‑ordinate all patient facilities services within the ward area
• Ordering of supplies for the ward and maintaining stores
• Ensure that the ward is a safe, clean, tidy and comfortable environment
• Ensure that food is available to meet the patients’ needs
• Assist the ward staff to receive, welcome and guide patients and visitors onto the ward
• Assist in daily bed making
• Assist in the preparation of bed areas on discharge of patients
• Ensure all patients are afforded privacy and dignity throughout their stay
• Ensure that there is an adequate linen supply throughout the day

Hospital Locations

• Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow
• Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI)
• Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal
• Other community facilities including Millom Hospital, GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant‑led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non‑life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Our community services for adults are provided in people’s homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care, advice and support.

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

This advert closes on Monday 1 Dec 2025.