Housekeeping Assistant

The housekeeping team at Heatherwood hospital are part of the hotel services department and the Estates and Facilities directorate. The team is responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness in all the hospital areas. The housekeepers are valued support members helping to ensure that the wards are pleasant for the all patients and staff.

As part of our facilities team, you'll play a vital role in keeping our hospital clean, safe and welcoming for patients, visitors and staff.

As a valued member of our housekeeping team, your duties will include:

Cleaning and maintaining all areas of the hospital, including patient rooms, bathrooms, offices and communal spaces.

Vacuuming, sweeping, mopping and buffing floors using appropriate machinery.

Dusting and polishing furniture, fixtures, skirting boards, window ledges and equipment.

Collecting and disposing of rubbish, clinical waste and recycling in accordance with Trust policy.

Replenishing consumables such as soap, hand towels and toilet tissue.

Ensuring cleaning equipment is kept in a clean and safe condition, and reporting any faults promptly.

Assisting with curtain changes and deep cleans as required.

Supporting catering duties where needed, including preparing and serving patient breakfasts and drinks, and assisting with meal orders when required.

Maintaining confidentiality and showing respect and compassion to patients at all times.

Please see job description and person specification for further information.

We reserve the right to close the advert early if sufficient applications have been received.

Apply today and help us keep our hospital a clean, safe and welcoming place for everyone.

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Qualifications

Essential: - Good level of basic education.; - Able to demonstrate literacy, numeracy, and comprehension skills.

Desirable: - NVQ level 1; - Basic food hygiene

Skills & Knowledge

Experience

Essential: - Basic housekeeping/cleaning experience; - Hygiene COSSH procedures.

Desirable: - NHS experience; - Infection prevention and control