Ward Assistant Beech A

• Carry out Ward Audits, monitoring of quality standards, develop action plan and track progress as required.Responsible for utilising the Trusts iProcurement solution to raise requisitions, receipt deliveries and resolve notifications in line with the Trusts procurement policy. Responsible for the receipt and quality check of linen received on the ward. Communicate with the linen services as the need arises to resolve any problems with the ward linen supply. Order consumables and other supplies and liaise with the logistics team, ensuring that all supplies are correctly stored and used in rotation, and that storage systems are maintained in a clean condition. Liaise with supplies and materials handling staff as appropriate to ensure that the process is as efficient as possible, resolving any problems that may arise. Responsible for maintain departmental store cupboards in line with Trust guidance in a tidy, clean and concise manner. Responsible for monitoring, managing and maintaining stock replenishment.

• Carry out Ward Audits, monitoring of quality standards, develop action plan and track progress as required.Responsible for utilising the Trusts iProcurement solution to raise requisitions, receipt deliveries and resolve notifications in line with the Trusts procurement policy. Responsible for the receipt and quality check of linen received on the ward. Communicate with the linen services as the need arises to resolve any problems with the ward linen supply. Order consumables and other supplies and liaise with the logistics team, ensuring that all supplies are correctly stored and used in rotation, and that storage systems are maintained in a clean condition. Liaise with supplies and materials handling staff as appropriate to ensure that the process is as efficient as possible, resolving any problems that may arise. Responsible for maintain departmental store cupboards in line with Trust guidance in a tidy, clean and concise manner. Responsible for monitoring, managing and maintaining stock replenishment. Ensure the ward is tidy and clutter free throughout, and that doors to non -patient areas remain closed at all times.Participate in the use of environmental checklists and cleaning audits in line with Trust policy. Monitor the general environment and organize and co-ordinate any repairs and follow up outstanding work as necessary. Liaise with maintenance staff to ensure that equipment is in working order.In line with the Trusts Incident Reporting system. Report any accidents, incidents, near misses and defects to the nurse in charge. Order and receive stock including pharmacy where appropriate and maintaining appropriate levels.

Essential

• Previous experience in hospitality/customer facing or care environment
• Experience of working in a team

Desirable

• Supervisory experience in the
• NHS or similar environment
• Experience of undertaking a housekeeper role

Essential

• Good telephone and reception manner
• Self-motivated
• Ability to communicate with staff, patients and visitors
• Ability to motivate others
• Good self-organisational skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and meet deadlines

Essential

• The candidate must have
• knowledge of the following or be prepared to undertake the relevant training:
• Basic Health & Safety
• Infection Control
• Manual Handling
• Basic Food Hygiene
• Customer Care

Desirable

• Basic keyboard skills
• Knowledge of the NHS Standards of Cleanliness

Essential

• Basic education to GCSE or equivalent level

Desirable

• NVQ or equivalent in relevant subject
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate