Ward House Keeper

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS foundation in Manchester is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to join Ward A6. In this entry-level role, you will ensure high standards of cleanliness and organization while supporting clinical teams. Responsibilities include stock management, cleaning, and maintaining infection control standards. Join a supportive environment that values your contributions and offers career development pathways. Apply now to make a difference in patient care.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Highly motivated and organized.

Responsibilities

• Order necessary stock and manage materials.
• Clean and organize the ward environment.
• Maintain infection control standards.

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly enthusiastic and motivated individual to join Ward A6 as our Housekeeper.

Ward A6 is a mixed surgical acute admissions ward. We look after predominantly general surgical patients, but also have urology, breast, orthopedic, ENT and Plastics specialty.

You will play a key role in maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness and organization within ward A6, undergoing infection control procedures, equipment cleaning, assisting with ordering of stock and arranging this. You will assist in catering for patients, ensuring that their individual nutritional needs are met. There will also be opportunity to complete audits and participate in our SHINE walk‑arounds.

As a Housekeeper you support the team by ensuring the ward is clean, safe, comfortable and organized to deliver patient care.

In return for your hard work and dedication we can offer a friendly, supportive and well experienced clinical team. We can provide you with a clear working structure through regular appraisal. We have an innovative service enabling our staff to be committed to developing both their service and themselves. Clinical Governance, research and audit activities are encouraged within the service. This is a busy, physically active role which requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills. If you are highly motivated, work well within a team environment and hold the essential skills and experience please apply and join our successful organization.

Responsibilities

• Ordering required stock, working closely with materials management team
• Organization of stock including clinical and non‑clinical items
• General housekeeping including cleaning, tidying and organizing of the general ward environment and patient bed spaces
• Oversight of the maintenance of medical devices used, reporting any faults appropriately
• Oversight of the maintenance of fixtures and fittings
• Assisting in the ordering and provision of patient meals, meeting their nutritional requirements
• Maintaining infection control standards on the ward
• Completing relevant audits
• Escalating concerns via the relevant channels

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to shape your career.

With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year.

Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.

At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high‑quality care and exceptional patient outcomes.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.

At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you’re part of something bigger from day one.

Contact

For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Jane Shaw
Job title: Ward Manager
Email address: [e-mail]
Telephone number: 0161 291 6690

Yordan Sinapov
Ward manager
[e-mail]

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Administrative

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care