About this role
Job summary
The housekeeper will work as a member of the ward team; with responsibility for housekeeping tasks within that ward, at the same time they will provide an essential link between the ward and hospital support services.
Main duties of the job
Ward Responsibilities
Responsible for meeting and greeting new patients/visitors to the ward, ensuring they have up to date knowledge of planned patient flow and patient requirements relating to fluid, nutrition etc.
Ensure a high standard of tidiness and cleanliness is maintained in all parts of the ward, and report identified problems to the senior nurse. Ensure the ward is tidy at all times; deal with emergencies, spots, spills, floods,
Cleaning of all equipment according to local policies and guidelines.
To comply with the roles and responsibilities as defined in the Trust's Health & Safety Policy and the KSF outline for this post.
To be responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults by undertaking the appropriate level of training in accordance with the safeguarding policy training strategy and being aware of and working within the Trust's safeguarding policies.
Ensure all data collection and processing undertaken is consistently accurate and timely and complies with the Trust Data Quality Policy and local procedures.
Undertake additional roles as discussed with Ward Manager and within scope of role and after appropriate training .
Order all store items and restock them in timely manner .
Check and report all faulty equipment and follow up.
About us
We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.
In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Job description Job responsibilities
Ensure a high standard of tidiness and cleanliness is maintained in all parts of the ward, and report identified problems to the senior nurse. Ensure the ward is tidy at all times; deal with emergencies, spots, spills, floods,
Please refer to the job description and person specification for more details regarding the role .
Person Specification
Educations and Qualifications Essential
Basic literacy and numeracy
Experience Essential
Previous experience of working as part of a team Previous experience of working with the public
Desirable
Previous experience in a caring role or hospital environment
Key Skills Essential
Aware of the need for confidentiality at all times A positive approach to customer care with the ability to establish and maintain good relationships and exercise patience and compassion
Desirable
Working knowledge of Microsoft and its packages Keyboard skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Address Peterborough City Hospital
Peterborough
PE3 9GZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)