About this role
Job summary
We regret that we are unable to progress applications from candidates who require sponsorship, as this position is not eligible for sponsorship under current Home Office requirements.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Cardiac Catheter Laboratory team as a Housekeeper. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care by ensuring a clean, safe, organised, and well-stocked clinical environment.
Working as part of the multidisciplinary Cath Lab team, the post holder will provide a comprehensive housekeeping and support service, maintaining high standards of cleanliness, infection prevention, and environmental safety. With patients at the centre of everything we do, we are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and organised individual who is committed to delivering excellent standards and supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the service.
A significant aspect of the role will involve stock management within the Cardiac Catheter Laboratories. Responsibilities will include monitoring stock levels, ordering and receiving supplies, replenishing consumables, conducting regular stock checks and audits, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring all items are stored safely and appropriately. The post holder will be expected to identify and escalate stock shortages or supply issues in a timely manner to minimise disruption to clinical activities.
Main duties of the job Housekeeping Duties
Maintain a clean, hygienic, and safe Cath Lab environment in accordance with Trust policies and infection prevention standards. Ensure that clinical and non-clinical areas, including procedure rooms, recovery areas, and storage rooms are kept clean Ensure cleaning schedules are completed and documented appropriately. Promptly report maintenance issues, spillages, hazards, or equipment defects. Stock Management and Stock Taking Conduct regular stock checks and stock taking of clinical and non-clinical supplies. Monitor stock levels and ensure adequate supplies are maintained at all times. Rotate stock using expiry date checks and remove expired or damaged items. Replenish consumables in procedure rooms, recovery areas, and storage areas. Assist with ordering supplies through approved procurement systems. Receive, unpack, and store deliveries ensuring accurate stock records are maintained. Report low stock levels, shortages, and supply issues to the designated manager. Support monthly and annual stock audits as required. Professional Responsibilities Work under the supervision of registered staff and within own level of competence. Demonstrate a basic understanding of clinical equipment used in patient care. Participate in training and development to enhance skills and knowledge. Uphold Trust values, policies, and standards of care.
About us
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond.
Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people.
We run major acute services at:
Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country. The hospital provides a full range of services including the country's top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units in the UK St Mark's Hospital: an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, and specialist care at Meadow House Hospice Central Middlesex Hospital: our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services and collocated with an urgent care centre.
We are a university teaching NHS trust, in recognition of the important role we play in training clinicians of the future and bringing the benefits of research to the public.
Job description Job responsibilities
To view the main responsibility, please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Basic Computer Skills Essential
Previous experience of Eprocurement
Desirable
Basic principles of Procurement/Stock control Customer Care training
Experience in general house keeping/Cleaning duties Essential
Previous experience in general house keeping/Cleaning duties
Desirable
Previous NHS house keeping experience
Literacy and Numeracy skills Essential
Literacy and Numeracy to skills to level 2 ( or equivalent)
Desirable
NVQ in House keeping/Hotel services
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 London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust
Address Northwick Park
Watford road
Harrow
HA1 3UJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.lnwh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)