Housekeeper
Job overview
We are looking to recruit a part-time experienced Housekeeper to work 15 hours per week on Ward 13
The role of the Housekeeper is very diverse but fundamentally the post holder will ensure the ward areas are kept clean, tidy and well stocked.
They will liaise with the appropriate departments, to order equipment and report faults and partake in weekly audits.
This post is a part of a job share, candidates will need to have excellent communication skills in order to ensure handovers are given to our other housekeeper for the smooth running of the ward.
Main duties of the job
The housekeeper works very closely with the Ward Manager and Nursing staff in supporting their role and ensuring the safe and effective running of the ward.
The housekeepers role supports the ward in ensuring the setting is clean and safe for patients and staff.
A housekeeper will lead the ward services such as catering, cleaning, equipment and supplies.
Working for our organisation
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a full range of hospital and community services for people across East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). The Trust provides high quality planned and emergency care, cardiac, critical care, child health, maternity services and intermediate care at Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.
The Trust provides over 500 beds and employs over 5,100 members of staff. A comprehensive range of community services is provided across 26 medical centres and schools through our Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership.
We have played, and continue to play, a proactive role in the development of Integrated Care plans across Cheshire & Merseyside and our local Cheshire East and Cheshire West Place-based systems. We believe, and it is the cornerstone of our five-year Trust Strategy, there is the opportunity to progress innovative, responsive and effective care in the best setting for the patient, be it in the hospital or out in the community.
At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The role requires scheduled stock counts and ordering the weekly stock for the ward whilst identifying any equipment in short supply or any issues with stock levels liaising with our stores and pre-empting any further delays or issues which may arise.
During deliveries, housekeepers check received items to ensure that they function as expected and report any concerns.
The role involves understanding the ward budget and making sure we are ordering within this budget whilst reviewing specialist equipment which may be required as additional expense.
The role requires someone who is well organised with a good standard of written and verbal communication. Computer skills are an essential part of the job. The ability to work in a team is essential as you will work closely with many professional groups including nursing, procurement and infection control.
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential criteria- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to prioritise own workload
- Good interpersonal skills
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Experience of working with Cancer patients
- Health care establishment and knowledge
- COSHH awareness
- Customer Service
Skills
Essential criteria- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a small team
- Proactively manage change
Qualifications
Essential criteria- Good standard of general education, including Mathematics and English Language.
- Ability to liaise with interdepartmental personnel and other organisations
Key Messages
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Please let us know if you require an adjustment to our recruitment process and we'll be happy to discuss this with you.
We actively promote flexible working so please discuss any requirements you may have with us.
Secondments will be considered for fixed term positions when both parties agree. Candidates should seek approval from their current line manager before application.- All correspondence will be sent via the email address you have registered as your TRAC account. Selection is based on the Trust's values, and the criteria outlined in the Job Description for the role.
- Appointments are subject to a 6-month probationary period. LED Doctors are subject to a 3-month probationary period.
- You are required to pay for a DBS disclosure where the post requires one, and we encourage applicants to join and remain registered with the DBS update service.
- We do not reimburse travel to interview expenses.
- Some posts may have implications on existing NHS Pension Scheme arrangements. For further information please visit the NHS Pensions Agency website: https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/nhs-pensions
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