About this role
Job summary To have day to day responsibility for the environment ensuring it is safe, clean and tidy.
To ensure that the household services are functioning smoothly so that the experience for patients, carers, staff and visitors is safe, welcoming, comfortable and effective.
To be an active member of a wider centre team and get things achieved through appropriate links, effective communication skills and best use of resources.
Main duties of the job To liaise with all departments (particularly catering and nursing) to ensure the cleanliness of the unit and to provide a high quality and responsive housekeeping service.
To ensure that patients are cared for in an environment that minimises the risk of infection by a thorough knowledge of infection control measures which are implemented at all times
To support the smooth running of the Centre in direct relation to cleanliness and tidiness, linen supply, curtains and that waste management is dealt with in accordance with procedure
To deal with minor complaints quickly and efficiently and to bring to the attention of managers any matters of a more serious nature that may affect the smooth running of the service.
To work positively and productively with all other members of the hospital based on the principles of multi-disciplinary working.
About us Ellern Mede Ridgeway is a 26bed hospital providing inpatient treatment for children and young people aged 8-18 years with complex health needs including disordered eating and Eating Disorders.
The team has a longestablished record of helping children and young people achieve meaningful recovery outcomes. Over the past 21 years, the service has brought hope and progress to hundreds of patients and their families.
The Care Quality Commission rates Ellern Mede Ridgeway as Good across all five key lines of enquiry: safe, effective, caring, responsive, and wellled.
Job description Job responsibilities
Ellern Mede Ridgeway are looking for a housekeeper to join the team.
The main duties of the job are:
To have day to day responsibility for the environment ensuring it is safe, clean and tidy.To ensure that the household services are functioning smoothly so that the experience for patients, carers, staff and visitors is safe, welcoming, comfortable and effective.To be an active member of a wider centre team and get things achieved through appropriate links, effective communication skills and best use of resources.To liaise with all departments (particularly catering and nursing) to ensure the cleanliness of the unit and to provide a high quality and responsive housekeeping service.To ensure that patients are cared for in an environment that minimises the risk of infection by a thorough knowledge of infection control measures which are implemented at all times.To support the smooth running of the Centre in direct relation to cleanliness and tidiness, linen supply, curtains and that waste management is dealt with in accordance with procedureTo deal with minor complaints quickly and efficiently and to bring to the attention of managers any matters of a more serious nature that may affect the smooth running of the service.To work positively and productively with all other members of the hospital based on the principles of multi-disciplinary working.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Qualification
Essential criteria
Basic reading and writing skills
Desirable criteria
Good communication skills
Experience
Essential criteria
Relevant experience in Housekeeping
Desirable criteria
Experience of working in a hospital or school setting
Experience Essential
Qualification
Essential criteria
Basic reading and writing skills
Desirable criteria
Good communication skills
Experience
Essential criteria
Relevant experience in Housekeeping
Desirable criteria
Experience of working in a hospital or school setting
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 Ellern Mede Group
Address Ellern Mede Ridgeway
The Ridgeway
Holcombe Hill
Mill Hill
Barnet
NW7 4HX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.ellernmede.org (Opens in a new tab)