Ward Housekeeper

Job Summary Join our team and help create a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for patients and staff at Sherwood Forest Hospitals. We are looking for a proactive and organised individual to co‑coordinate all facilities services within the ward/department area. Working as part of the clinical team, you will play a vital role in supporting the delivery of high‑quality patient care and maintaining national and local standards. About the Role Work alongside the Ward/Department Sister to monitor and maintain cleaning standards. Support audits and compliance with key standards such as: Patient‑Led Assessments of the Care Environment (PLACE) Mattress audits Food and Hygiene standards Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) Key responsibilities include: Spot cleaning and ensuring sanitary areas are checked regularly. Reporting environmental issues to the Help Desk and ensuring timely resolution. Maintaining ward appearance, including clutter removal, signage, and notice boards. Liaising with Housekeeping for specialist cleaning (e.g., carpets, curtains). Welcoming patients and visitors and supporting their comfort. Ensuring safe storage and cleanliness of ward equipment. Key Duties For a detailed understanding, refer to the attached job description and person specification. About Us We are an award‑winning NHS Foundation Trust working alongside health and social care colleagues across the county to provide acute and community healthcare services to more than 420,000 people across Mansfield, Ashfield, Newark and Sherwood, and parts of Derbyshire and Lincolnshire. We put the patient at the heart of everything we do and support staff to be caring, kind and courteous to each other. Visa Sponsorship Not all of our roles are eligible for visa sponsorship. To find out which roles are eligible, please refer to the Shortage Occupation List. Skilled Worker visa: eligible healthcare and education jobs - GOV.UK. Home Office guidance has changed as of 9th April; anyone that requires switching visa type may not be eligible for sponsorship even if the role is on the shortage occupation list. Job Details Date posted: 20 November 2025 Pay scheme: Agenda for change Band: 2 Salary: £24,465 a year Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full‑time Reference number: 214‑W&C‑7590503 Job location: King's Mill Hospital, Mansfield Road, Sutton in Ashfield, NG17 4JL Person Specification Essential – Knowledge Requirements Good communication skills with the ability to negotiate Time management skills and ability to withstand pressure Ability to set up and maintain systems Positive role model for patients and staff Essential – Qualifications Educated to a good standard of general education equivalent to GCSE Maths and English Level C or above Further Training (Essential) Basic Health and Safety awareness Customer Care Training/Awareness Desirable Any training pertaining to the post Previous experience in NHS and/or other care settings Essential – Experience Experience of dealing with and working alongside a wide range of people Ability to demonstrate practical and organisational skills Experience of working within a team Essential – Contractual Requirements Flexible (post may require some shift working including the occasional evening/weekend or bank holiday) Punctual Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and is subject to a disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer Details Employer name: Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address: King's Mill Hospital, Mansfield Road, Sutton in Ashfield, NG17 4JL Website: https://www.sfh-tr.nhs.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr