Bank Evening Housekeeper

• Cleaning and preparing clinical and non-clinical areas in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Undertaking deep cleaning duties following Functional Risk Ratings and National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness (2021).
• Ensuring all areas are clean, tidy, safe and pleasant for patients, visitors and staff.
• Carrying out regular toilet and washroom checks to maintain high standards.
• Using cleaning products, materials and equipment safely and effectively.
• Following Health & Safety, COSHH, Infection Prevention and Control, and Fire Safety procedures at all times.
• Correctly preparing, using, cleaning and storing housekeeping equipment and materials.
• Reporting any incidents that have led, or may lead, to infection risks.
• Replenishing consumable supplies including hand soap, hand sanitiser, toilet rolls and paper towels.
• Restocking linen cupboards and housekeeping stores.
• Ordering and receiving housekeeping and laundry stock when required.
• Reporting damaged or faulty equipment to the Maintenance Department.
• Completing daily, weekly and quarterly cleaning schedules and maintaining accurate records and sign-off documentation.
• Providing assistance with special functions and additional housekeeping duties as required.
• Promoting a high standard of customer service through courteous and professional communication with patients, relatives and colleagues.
• Supporting the wider team with a flexible approach to duties and working hours to meet service needs.

• Clean and prepare the areas of responsibility following the required policies and procedures, ensuring that the location is clean, tidy, pleasant and safe for our patients.
• Ensure that appropriate cleaning products are used effectively and that health, safety and infection prevention and control procedures are followed at all times.
• Correctly and safely prepare, use, clean and store equipment, tools and materials
• Make full and proper use of any protective or safety equipment provided
• To provide general assistance and support as part of a team.

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Previous experience in housekeeping
• Someone who works well as part of a team
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required

Desirable

• Previous experience in housekeeping