Band 2 Housekeeper
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Job summary
To carry out cleaning and associated duties as specified in the procedural documents; cleaning schedules and / or as requested by housekeeping management. This role covers the cleaning of all areas including clinical, residential, office, corridor and all entrances; delivering this service to the very highest standards whilst maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients and staff at all times. The post holder will also undertake other cleaning duties as required to achieve the Trust's objectives, commensurate with the grading of the post.
Main duties of the job
Good General Education to Secondary School, Basic Level of literacy & numeracy
Ability to read and write English Able to work as a team member, Dealing with the public and ability to work under pressure, Experience working in the cleaning industry, Previous NHS experience working in a similar role, Enthusiastic, Flexible to the needs of the service, Able to use initiative, Good communication and inter-personal skills (E)Electronic communication device skills, Willingness to undertake specific competencies to meet the full requirements of the role, Previous experience of health and safety within a healthcare environment, Physically able to undertake all duties and comply with relevant Trust policies, Reliable, Punctual, Strong Communicator and Friendly
About us
We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this.
Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to:
Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives.
UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work.
University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital.
Details
Date posted
26 April 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£22,383 to £22,383 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
304-1080300GB
Job locations
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham
West Midlands
B15 2TH
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham
West Midlands
B15 2TH
Employer's website
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