About this role
Job summary
Cam and Uley Family Practice are looking to employ a part-time Housekeeper to join the housekeeping team, working at the branch site, Uley Surgery. We are looking to recruit a housekeeper to work Monday to Friday 2 hours per day, this could be either morning or evening, 10 hours per week. Experience preferred, however training will be provided.
Main duties of the job
To ensure a high standard of cleanliness within the organisation is implemented and maintained. You will be the sole housekeeper for this small site with daily duties as per the cleaning schedule.
About us
Cam and Uley Family Practice is a four partner general practice located on the edge of the Cotswolds serving a population of 11,000 patients. Cam is the main, larger site with a smaller branch surgery in Uley. The main site and branch surgery are 4 miles apart.
Every member of staff has an important role in providing an excellent service to our registered patients. We are a friendly and welcoming practice with supportive and caring culture.
Job description Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the housekeeper.
To maintain cleaning standards using the recognised quality control procedures as detailed within the National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness 2021
For auditing purposes, to maintain robust cleaning records to detail activity
To follow the cleaning schedule as stated in the Cleaning Standards and Schedule Policy
To ensure that the correct cleaning methods are observed
To use cleaning equipment in a safe and effective manner, adhering to manufacturers instructions
To replenish all consumable items (hand towels, toilet roll, etc.) as required ensuring adequate stock levels are maintained
To remove general waste in accordance with the Waste Management Policy and inconsideration of the organisations Environmental and Sustainability Policy
To always adhere to the colour coding system for cleaning equipment, seeking appropriate guidance if required
To always adhere to the colour coding system for cleaning equipment, seeking appropriate guidance if required
To ensure all cleaning materials are stored in a safe and secure manner, adhering to COSHH, HASAW and other legislative acts and guidance
To maintain communication and report any faulty equipment or defects to the Management Lead for Premises / Practice Manager as soon as practically possible
To participate in cleanliness audits and follow audit action plans to rectify any identified areas for improvement
Person Specification
Experience Desirable
Experience of working in a GP Practice Previous experience of cleaning/housekeeping duties
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 Cam & Uley Family Practice
Address Uley Surgery
42 The Street
Uley
Gloucestershire
GL11 5SY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://cam-and-uley.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)