Theatres Housekeeper

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Norwich; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Norwich is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to join their theatres team. The role includes maintaining cleanliness throughout the department and ensuring high standards of hygiene. Ideal candidates are motivated individuals with strong communication skills and a caring attitude. You will be part of a prestigious hospital dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services and innovative practices, supporting over one million residents in the region. This position offers flexible working hours and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Discounted gym memberships

Excellent pension scheme

Free 24-hours counselling support

On-site nursery

Qualifications

• Motivated and enthusiastic individual to participate in general housekeeping duties.
• Ability to understand infection control and undertake necessary training.
• Reliable team player with a caring attitude.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness within all areas of the department.
• Check linen allocation and report any issues.
• Collect and deliver required items within the hospital.

Skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join the theatres team as a housekeeper. Under the direction and supervision of the Registered Staff, the post holder will participate as an integral member of the departmental team, undertaking general housekeeping duties, including some direct patient contact, to help provide a quality service. You must have an eye for detail and a desire to provide a pleasant and safe environment for our patients, the successful candidates will have a positive and caring attitude and be flexible and adaptable to the needs of the service. To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NNUH's 'PRIDE' values of People focused, Respect, Dedication, Integrity and Excellence.

Responsibilities

• Key Aspects of the Role include but are not exclusive to: The postholders will:
• Ensure that cleanliness is maintained within all areas of the department and undertake necessary general domestic work.
• Understand the importance of infection control, undertaking any training as necessary.
• Keep all public and clinical areas clean and tidy to expected standard as required in the department cleaning audit framework.
• Keep all storage areas clean and neat and promote a safe working environment.
• Liaise with department cleaner to identify any additional cleaning requirements within the department and participate in the cleaning audit process.
• Check linen allocation daily, report any problems to the Theatre Coordinator and liaise with the linen room to rectify problems; ensure dirty linen is bagged and disposed of correctly.
• Undertake Fire Safety Training and orientate staff in the whereabouts of fire exits and fire extinguishers.
• To collect and deliver within the hospital any items that are required for the department (e.g., CSSD, loading bay, wards, pharmacy).

Successful candidates will be reliable, flexible and good team players with good interpersonal and communication skills.

Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!

The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first‑class acute care for around one million people living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state‑of‑the‑art facilities such as the Quadram Institute. We work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching and placement opportunities, and attract some of the best professionals from across the country. Our workforce represents 94 countries worldwide and we are proud to collaborate with local services and support the N&N Hospitals Charity.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi Faith prayer room
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
• Free 24‑hours confidential counselling support
• On-site Nursery
• On-site cafes offering staff discounts
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics