Housekeeper
Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Upton, CH49 5PE
Salary
£25,272
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
7 September 2026
2 days left
Job description
An exciting opportunity has arisen on Critical Care for a dedicated, enthusiastic and motivated Housekeeper. Critical Care is a 12 bedded ITU and a 6 ...
- To maintain a high standard of cleanliness of all equipment, both in use on the ward and in store.
- To ensure all equipment and the ward environment is in good working order at all times and report appropriately if not.
- Maintain Health and Safety in the workplace and complete risk assessments and electrical checks as required.
- Support ward staff with the serving of food and drinks for the patients.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and perform clerical tasks such as answering the telephone and use of the IT System - Cerner.
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 1 in a relevant subject or equivalent
Desirable
- Previous experience in an NHS acute hospital
- Evidence of IPC knowledge
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- General awareness of Health and Safety and COSHH regulations and processes.
- Good time management and organisational skills
Desirable
- General awareness of Food Hygiene regulations and processes.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic
Desirable
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
1 September 2026
Last checked
2 September 2026
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