Senior Hospital Housekeeper - Hygiene & Care Leader

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Walsall; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Walsall is seeking a Senior Housekeeper to ensure a high standard of cleanliness for patients and staff. Responsibilities include maintaining cleaning schedules, assisting with laundry, and supporting ward-based catering roles. Candidates should possess a basic food hygiene certificate, a valid driving license, and experience in the NHS. This position involves flexibility and teamwork to provide an integrated service within the Housekeeping department.

Benefits

Generous maternity and paternity leave

Flexible working options

Up to 33 days annual leave

Free flu vaccinations

Free car parking at all trust sites

Qualifications

• Willing to complete in-house training necessary for the role.
• Valid driving license required.
• Experience in food preparation and handling.
• Demonstrable experience working in the NHS.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the required standard of cleaning services.
• Undertake various cleaning duties following schedules.
• Assist with laundry duties as required.
• Ward-based catering duties to ensure appropriate meals.

Skills

Problem-solving ability

Ability to allocate work

Basic knowledge of chemicals and cleaning products

Knowledge of specialist cleaning techniques and equipment

Education

Basic food hygiene certificate

Willingness to undertake diploma level 2 (NVQ)

Job description

A healthcare organization in Walsall is seeking a Senior Housekeeper to ensure a high standard of cleanliness for patients and staff. Responsibilities include maintaining cleaning schedules, assisting with laundry, and supporting ward-based catering roles. Candidates should possess a basic food hygiene certificate, a valid driving license, and experience in the NHS. This position involves flexibility and teamwork to provide an integrated service within the Housekeeping department.