Ward Housekeeper

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading NHS healthcare provider in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a motivated Ward Housekeeper. You will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and comfort for families and babies, restocking supplies, and providing organization in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills and be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. This role is vital to supporting families during their stay.

Qualifications

• Must communicate effectively with team and families.
• Should be able to work flexibly in shifts.
• Commitment to a clean and safe environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and comfortable environment for families and babies.
• Restock supplies and ensure equipment is available.
• Provide refreshments and maintain communication with the team.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to prioritise workload

Flexible to cover evenings and weekends

Job description

Overview

Due to expansion of services, an opportunity has arisen for a Ward Housekeeper to join our existing housekeeping team on Ward 35. The position includes evening and weekend working. We are looking for a motivated, organised and hardworking individual who can work well within a team, prioritise workload and, when required, assist and support the team during busy periods. They will work with the team to provide a clean welcoming environment for the babies and families, replenish and organise stock and supplies.

Interview Date: 9 October 2025

Hours: 20 hours/week

Application: You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy.

Note: NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Ward/Department to maintain an exceptionally clean, safe and comfortable environment for babies, their families and visitors.
• Clean incubators and other essential equipment; collect and organise washing and drying of baby linen and clothes.
• Restock supplies in clinical bays and stabilisation areas to ensure adequate equipment and resources are available to support the nursing and medical teams.
• Provide a clean and organised beverage/waiting area for families and provide refreshments as required.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with the team; report progress and any concerns to the nurse in charge.
• Be an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team and contribute to maintaining patient privacy and dignity at all times.
• Report any issues that may prevent cleaning or compromise safety to the Nurse in Charge.
• May undertake administrative and clinical duties as required and abide by Trust policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent communication skills; able to liaise closely with the team and families.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work well within a team; flexible to cover evenings and weekends.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe and comfortable environment for patients and families.

Additional Information

References: All references from current and previous employers will be sought and must cover a minimum of 3 years of employment. When completing the reference section of your application form, please provide the address, telephone number and work email address of each current/previous line manager covering 3 years of employment. Failure to complete this section may result in your application not being processed.

DBS: It is a requirement of The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who require a DBS pay for their DBS certificate. The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first month's pay.

Interviews: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by e-mail. Please check your SPAM folders as well as your inbox. If you have not been contacted within 4 weeks of the closing date you should assume your application has been unsuccessful.

Organisation information: Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the busiest and largest NHS foundation trusts, with around 15,000 staff and an annual budget of £1.6 billion. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from under-represented groups. We have multiple sites including Freeman Hospital, Royal Victoria Infirmary, Health Innovation Neighbourhood, Newcastle Dental Hospital, and others. For staff benefits information, please see attached documents under Careers/Staff Benefits.

Flexible working: We are a flexible working friendly organisation and will consider arrangements that suit service needs and staff wellbeing where possible.