House Keeper

Job summary

Ward 25 have an opportunity to enhance their team of Housekeepers. We are looking for a person who is keen enthusiastic, patient focused and wants to enhance the patient Journey.

The post holder would be assisting with the stores management on the ward, ordering, stocking and ensuring that they are put away.

Assisting with the cleaning of the ward in both patient and non patient areas.

The Housekeeper is vital with the Nutritional Needs of the patient. Ensuring the patient has the correct meals ordered drinks both hot and cold available, keeping their kitchen area tidy and clean and their fridges in order.

Our Housekeepers are valued by the ward team and very much respected, they assist with the day to day smooth running of the ward

Come and join us and work along side our friendly team.

Main duties of the job

Store Management: Ordering supplies, Oracle Teaching can be given, stocking the wards and ensuring stores are put away.

Meals and drinks for the patients - Take their menus daily, order the food completed hot drinks rounds, ensure water jugs are clean and fresh water is given daily.

Legionnaire flushing and recording of all taps, sink areas

Cleaning in both patient and non patient areas.

To maintain linen levels, ensuring adequate supply is available, tidy and ready for use.

What we are looking for is someone who wants to make a difference with the smooth running of the ward and enhance the patient journey. Friendly and enthusiastic who can communicate with patients, visitors , ward staff and visiting staff.

About us

As an organisation we strive to provide high quality, safe care for our patients in an environment which our staff are proud to work in. We believe that by adhering to our Vision ("To provide excellent care for the communities we serve") and working with our Trust Values in mind (Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, Trusted) we can achieve the right results for the people that matter most - our patients and their families.

Ward 25 is a 38 bedded area with 2 specialities, it is a busy ward but it is rewarding. Our staff are friendly and work well together as a team. Staff are protective and look out for each other.

We pride ourselves on our patient focused approach.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Assessment

Essential

Worked to an educational standard that demonstrates an understanding of literacy and numeracy (GCSE grades 9-4 or equivalent)

Communication

Essential

Previous experience in service industry Computer skills

Desirable

Awareness of Health & Safety Issues Stock control Basic IT / local hospital administration systems knowledge

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