Housekeeper

The main duties of a Housekeeper at Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust include ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff. This involves performing scheduled cleaning tasks, including the cleaning of clinical equipment, and upholding all infection prevention and control measures

. Housekeepers are also responsible for delivering meal and beverage services, making beds, managing linen quality, and reporting maintenance issues

. Additionally, they ensure that all domestic consumables are available at all times in the appropriate dispensers

. Housekeepers may also undertake ad hoc cleaning tasks as required by the Facilities Supervisor - Housekeeping or nursing staff

The Housekeeper role is classified under Band 2 and is part of the Facilities Department. The primary purpose of this role is to support clinical colleagues by ensuring that the housekeeping service meets national standards and promotes the health and well-being of service users

Ensure the environment is cleaned to national standards.

Deliver meal services.

Make beds and clean medical/hard equipment.

Manage linen quality and report maintenance issues.

Undertake scheduled cleaning tasks, including the cleaning of clinical equipment.

Uphold all infection prevention and control measures.

Ensure that all domestic consumables are available at all times in the appropriate dispenser/holder.

Undertake ad hoc cleaning tasks as required by the Facilities Supervisor - Housekeeping or nursing staff

The role is critical to providing a safe, efficient, and quality environment that enhances the patients experience by ensuring the clinical environment is presented and maintained in a way that maximizes the patients sense of comfort, safety, and well-being

Working for the Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and communities. The Trust is dedicated to providing high-quality mental health, learning disability, and community healthcare services, ensuring that you are part of a team that truly makes a difference. With a strong commitment to staff wellbeing, professional development, and flexible working arrangements, the Trust supports you in achieving a healthy work-life balance while advancing your career. Additionally, the diverse range of roles available means you can find a position that aligns with your skills and passions, all within a supportive and inclusive environment. Joining the Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust means being part of a forward-thinking organization that values its employees and strives to create a positive workplace culture.

Food Handling

Essential: - Basic knowledge of allergens Must have excellent knowledge of Food Hygiene and temperature control

Desirable: - Basic food hygiene knowledge or qualification

Communication Skills