Housekeeper
Job overview
Would you like to work in a friendly, supportive and innovative environment within a Trust which prides itself on providing high-quality services to the local community?
Are you able to work successfully as part of a busy team and provide excellent customer care skills? If yes, we are currently looking for a Housekeeper who is highly motivated and enthusiastic to join our team.
Kingston Hospital's experienced and friendly staff provides a supportive culture where there is the potential to forge a great career.
The Hospital is based in Kingston upon Thames, a bustling riverside town on the borders of London and Surrey. Kingston offers a wide variety of bars, cafes, restaurants and clubs and shopping to rival central London. Richmond Park is just a 15 minute walk from the Hospital and the Hospital is well served by public transport, with Norbiton Station on the doorstep.This allows you to jump on a train and arrive in central London, 12 miles away, in less than 30 minutes.
If you can demonstrate a caring, compassionate approach and want to work as part of a team that values each other then we would like to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
The housekeeper will work with the Nurse in Charge of the unit ensuring that all visitors are welcomed and that excellence in customer care and front of house services are provided. This role will support and supplement those of the nursing staff and does not replace or supplement domestic services, but enhance the patient experience overall.
The post holder will work as an integral part of the unit team, being responsible for ensuring the delivery of a range of activities to support the clinical team in delivering care, including keeping the unit neat, tidy, uncluttered and well presented; the daily stock of clinical supplies and for equipment cleaning and maintenance.
They will be responsible for maintaining a safe and comfortable ward environment and will work flexibly being prepared to undertake those non-nursing duties designated by the Ward Sister/Nurse in Charge.
Working for our organisation
Development and staff wellbeing
Your growth and personal happiness matters to us. After all, we can’t expect the best from you if we don’t invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we’re committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment.Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly ‘shoutouts’ and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.
Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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Person specification
Educational/Qualifications
Essential criteria- Good standard of written and verbal communication
- GSCE level or equivalent
Experience
Essential criteria- Ability to work successfully as part of a busy team
- Sensitivity of cultural needs
- Able to work well with people, particularly the ability to deal with all people fairly and sensitively
- Previous working experience in the field
Skills
Essential criteria- Able to communicate clearly in writing, verbally and on the telephone
- Demonstrate basic numeracy skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload
- Computer literacy