Elizabeth Fry Housekeeper | Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
5 days ago
Here is an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Housekeeper. You will work as an integral part of the ward team and be responsible for the coordination of all patient facilities and services in the ward. The main priority will be to ensure a clean, safe and comfortable environment for all service users. The main elements of the role are ensuring the delivery of cleaning and minor maintenance, together with other specific tasks to meet individual patients’ needs, as determined by the ward manager. You will be required to work closely with contractors and support services and departments. They will monitor quality standards and rectify deficiencies. You will also be responsible for the ordering and storage of ward supplies. No VISA sponsorship available for this role. Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications. Responsibilities Ensure compliance with all Trust policies / procedures and maintain confidentiality at all times. Carry out any other appropriate duty that is consistent with grade and patient nutrition. Maintain high standards of cleanliness within the environment in accordance with Trust Policies and report any adverse incidents that occur within the Unit to the Senior Nurse, as per Trust Guidelines. Assist the nursing staff by carrying out errands such as delivering/collecting items from other departments. Assist in the organisation of the ward on a day-to-day basis by maintaining adequate supplies of stores, catering equipment, linen and other necessary equipment. Ensure a professional appearance at all times to service users, visitors and staff and maintain confidentiality. Remain up-to-date with changes to service‑user needs. Assist, with supervision, in the preparation of information/educational resources for patients and relatives in the hospital, aiming to encourage independence and promote health for all service users. Assist in the collection of service‑user experience feedback. Ensure that all Trust policies, protocols and procedures are adhered to by all staff, and report any incidents or occurrences to the Senior Sister as soon as possible. Maintain effective communication and professional relationships with all areas, within the Division, and other clinical areas within the Trust. Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well‑being of our patients, and to provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust. Are you looking for an exciting role using your unique qualities? Then we want to hear from you. For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description. We look forward to your application. This advert closes on Thursday 20 Nov 2025. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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