Ward Housekeeper

3 weeks ago

Eastbourne, United Kingdom Sussex Partnership NHS FoundationTrust Full time

The Department of Psychiatry in Eastbourne, East Sussex are looking for a committed Band 2 Housekeeper to work on the wards as part of a dedicated team of professionals that provide the highest standards of care and support to those with Acute Mental Health needs.

You will work as part of the ward team by contributing to the provision of a comfortable and suitable environment for the patient group. The role is essential to ensure that the ward is clean and tidy, maintenance issues are addressed, and that food, linen and other provisions are available to ensure the needs of the patient group are met. It is essential that you are a car driver as there are times when you will need to visit the local shops/cash and carry to complete purchases for the ward.

You will establish and maintain good working relationships with Nursing, Medical, and Clerical, Catering, Domestic and Estates staff in order to provide a friendly, clean and comfortable environment for patients, visitors and staff working directly on the ward.

The Trust provides mental health and learning disability care for all ages across Sussex and for children and young people in Hampshire.

Living & working in Sussex

Travel easily between coast and countryside, with a blend of picturesque villages and seaside towns

Embrace the outstanding natural beauty spots including the iconic Beachy Head and Seven Sisters National Park

Known as ‘The Sunshine Coast’, Eastbourne offers a traditional Victorian seafront combined with the more modern Sovereign Harbour Marina

We’d love you to join our Trust, rated ‘good’ overall and ‘outstanding’ for caring by the CQC. Our staff agree, recent staff survey results told us that 82% recognise that care for patients is our top priority.

In return for your skills and expertise we can offer you continued training and development, variety and a rewarding challenge and the opportunity to work within a friendly and supportive team

Your working hours will be Monday to Friday 07.00 - 15.00, although an earlier start time can be discussed.

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