Bank Housekeeping Assistant

St Ann’s Hospice

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Job summary

Have you got what it takes?

  • Are you an enthusiastic team player with good communication skills who is honest and reliable?
  • Can you demonstrate experience working in a similar role, working to the highest standards of cleanliness?
  • You must be passionate about our patients and a collaborative colleague.
  • Most importantly, you must be wholeheartedly committed to and motived by the purpose and values of St Anns Hospice.

Its like a family at the hospice, and everyone really gets stuck in to support each other whatever challenge is thrown at them

Emma Dixon, Director of Clinical Services

Main duties of the job

To support the principles of the hospice in its provision of specialist palliative care by assisting the Housekeeper to provide a clean and hygienic environment for patients, staff and visitors.

The Housekeeping Assistant plays a fundamental part in supplying specialist cleaning methods using appropriate cleaning materials and equipment. They will support the housekeeper and ensure that quality standards and methods are set and monitored.

The role requires someone who can show sensitivity and empathy as we support our patients and their families whilst in our care.

About us

At St Anns, theres one thing that motivates us, and thats providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting illnesses.

Were continuously developing our plans for delivering world-class, innovative care and to ensure St Anns is in the best shape possible for future generations.

Youll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

Contract: Bank

Salary: Band 2, £11.48 per hour.

Working Pattern: Bank (Flexible) Enhancements of between 30% and 60% for weekend, bank holidays, unsocial hours.

Based at:Heald Green, Cheadle.

Free parking at both St Ann's Hospice sites.

This is an exciting time to join an ambitious, much loved charity and help us achieve our goals. If you're looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to a Standard DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. St Ann's Hospice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and children.

Please call Mark Fletcher for an informal discussion on 0161 4983682

Interview Date: 27th October 2023

Date posted

12 October 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£11.48 an hour

Contract

Bank

Duration

1 days

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

B0256-23-0062

Job locations

St. Anns Hospice

St. Anns Road North

Heald Green

Cheadle

Cheshire

SK8 3SZ


Job description

Job responsibilities

The Housekeeping Assistant will:

  • Help in the provision of the Housekeeping function for patients, staff and visitors.
  • Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness for all patients, staff and visitors.
  • Be responsible for the correct use of equipment.
  • Support the housekeeping Manager with implementation of the NHS 2021 National standards in healthcare cleanliness.
  • Comply with the NHS 2021 National standards in healthcare cleanliness.
  • Adhere to infection control and Covid 19 standards.
  • Ensure High use areas are kept clean.
  • Follow the national standards of colour coding and COSHH regulations.
  • Deputise for the housekeeping manager when required.
  • Be responsible for accurately completing room completion check sheets.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Housekeeping Assistant will:

  • Help in the provision of the Housekeeping function for patients, staff and visitors.
  • Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness for all patients, staff and visitors.
  • Be responsible for the correct use of equipment.
  • Support the housekeeping Manager with implementation of the NHS 2021 National standards in healthcare cleanliness.
  • Comply with the NHS 2021 National standards in healthcare cleanliness.
  • Adhere to infection control and Covid 19 standards.
  • Ensure High use areas are kept clean.
  • Follow the national standards of colour coding and COSHH regulations.
  • Deputise for the housekeeping manager when required.
  • Be responsible for accurately completing room completion check sheets.

Person Specification

Requirements

Essential

  • The Housekeeping Assistant will:
  • To cover other duties when required.
  • Be prepared to undertake further training courses as required.
  • Be able to organise their time and prioritise activities.

Qualifications

Essential

  • The Housekeeping Assistant will:
  • Hold an NVQ in Housekeeping, or equivalent or willingness to work towards.

Experience

Essential

  • The Housekeeping Assistant will:
  • Have previous experience in a similar role.
  • Will possess or be willing to develop knowledge to ensure the hospice environment is clean and safe and facilitates the need for patients.
  • Have experience in cleaning methodologies and techniques (Full training will be given).
  • Have basic level of IT skills, with willingness to develop.
Person Specification

Requirements

Essential

  • The Housekeeping Assistant will:
  • To cover other duties when required.
  • Be prepared to undertake further training courses as required.
  • Be able to organise their time and prioritise activities.

Qualifications

Essential

  • The Housekeeping Assistant will:
  • Hold an NVQ in Housekeeping, or equivalent or willingness to work towards.

Experience

Essential

  • The Housekeeping Assistant will:
  • Have previous experience in a similar role.
  • Will possess or be willing to develop knowledge to ensure the hospice environment is clean and safe and facilitates the need for patients.
  • Have experience in cleaning methodologies and techniques (Full training will be given).
  • Have basic level of IT skills, with willingness to develop.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

St Ann’s Hospice

Address

St. Anns Hospice

St. Anns Road North

Heald Green

Cheadle

Cheshire

SK8 3SZ


Employer's website

https://www.sah.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

St Ann’s Hospice

Address

St. Anns Hospice

St. Anns Road North

Heald Green

Cheadle

Cheshire

SK8 3SZ


Employer's website

https://www.sah.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Facilities Manager

Mark Fletcher

mfletcher@sah.org.uk

01614983682

Date posted

12 October 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£11.48 an hour

Contract

Bank

Duration

1 days

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

B0256-23-0062

Job locations

St. Anns Hospice

St. Anns Road North

Heald Green

Cheadle

Cheshire

SK8 3SZ


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