Housekeeper/Ward Support Assistant
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Poole, BH15 2JBView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£25,272
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
27 October 2026
8 days leftJob description
B2 is a 24 bedded surgical ward, looking after planned and emergency surgical patients in a range of specialities. We are seeking a housekeeper to joi...
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.
There are planned transformation works within the Surgical directorate in Autumn 2025, which may effect the working location of this role. It will be subject to transformation decisions whether this job role remains at Poole or transfers to Bournemouth Hospital.
Upon relocation of the role/service, excess mileage allowance / reimbursement will not apply, and any travel between the postholder's home and work base will be classified as a commute.
Qualifications
Essential: - Good level of basic education to demonstrate literacy, numeracy, and comprehension skills
Desirable: - GCSE in Maths and English or equivalent
Technical Skills Competencies
Essential
- Effective communication skills - both written and verbal / non verbal
- Ability to work in a demanding environment
- Ability to demonstrate initiative and prioritise work efficiently
- Ability to work as part of a team
Desirable: - Awareness of food safety standards; - Basic IT skills to aid data input; - Stock keeping experience
Experience
Essential: - Experience of working with the public; - Experience of infection control procedures; - Experience of catering environments
Desirable: - Experience of hospital work or other care environment
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability and willingness to interact with a range of people and ages
- Sensitivity and consideration to the needs of others
- Personable manner - warm, welcoming and approachable
Language Requirement
Essential: - Be able to speak and write English at a level necessary to undertake the role
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
13 October 2026
Last checked
15 October 2026
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