Housekeeper - Maternity

Job summary

We are looking for a motivated and organised individual to join our friendly maternity team on our York site as our Maternity Housekeeper.

You will support the Ward Leads and clinical staff in maintaining a well-equipped department and contribute to providing a clean and safe environment for our service users, visitors, and staff.

Our candidate will be a dynamic and professional individual who has excellent communication skills and is able to work effectively in an often-demanding environment.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for maintaining a well-equipped department and contribute to providing a clean and safe environment for our service users, visitors, and staff.

The post holder will be based on labour ward with oversight of all areas within maternity. They will assist in the monitoring, maintaining, cleaning and infection control on the Maternity unit.

The Housekeeper will ensure all stock are suitably ordered and stored correctly. All treatment areas and stationary cupboards should be kept clean and tidy. The role will include running general errands and duties such as pharmacy runs and assisting with light refreshments and meals for our service users and visitors when necessary.

Working times The hours are flexible and can be worked around other commitments such as childcare or other responsibilities. There would be no requirement to work nightshifts, but there are opportunities to work some weekends if this is preferred.

About us

Our benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service) A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme An extensive range of learning and development opportunities Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: .

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience of working within care or domestic setting Knowledge of ordering and Stores

Skills

Essential

Skilled organiser and familiar with organising stock

Qualities

Essential

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

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