Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a housekeeper role to work in our Community Hospital in Farnham.
We are interested in hearing from individuals who are willing to work hard within a strong, friendly team. They will be required to provide a KEY service within the hospital for both staff and patients. The post holders will be responsible for ensuring that the environment is of a high standard and meets the needs of patients and visitors.
The main focus of the post holder is to facilitate the maintenance of a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for patients. They will work with the ward-based team to ensure patient safety privacy and dignity and courtesy in accordance with Trust values.
This is a challenging but rewarding job and would be ideally suited to motivated team players. Housekeeping experience within healthcare and Knowledge of COSHH, BICs, Colour coding and infection control is desirable though this is not essential, as full training will be given.
Please note that this role isnot eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the post.
Main duties of the job
The housekeeping team at Frimley Park hospital are part of the hotel services department and the Estates and Facilities directorate . The team is responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness in all the hospital areas. The housekeepers are valued support members helping to ensure that the wards are pleasant for all patients and staff. Some food service may be required.
About us
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available. Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too. We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users. Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a valued member of our housekeeping team, your duties will include:
- Cleaning and maintaining all areas of the hospital, including patient rooms, bathrooms, offices and communal spaces.
- Vacuuming, sweeping, mopping and buffing floors using appropriate machinery.
- Dusting and polishing furniture, fixtures, skirting boards, window ledges and equipment.
- Collecting and disposing of rubbish, clinical waste and recycling in accordance with Trust policy.
- Replenishing consumables such as soap, hand towels and toilet tissue.
- Ensuring cleaning equipment is kept in a clean and safe condition, and reporting any faults promptly.
- Assisting with curtain changes and deep cleans as required.
- Supporting catering duties where needed, including preparing and serving patient breakfasts and drinks, and assisting with meal orders when required.
- Maintaining confidentiality and showing respect and compassion to patients at all times.
For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy.
We reserve the right to close the advert early if sufficient applications have been received.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a valued member of our housekeeping team, your duties will include:
- Cleaning and maintaining all areas of the hospital, including patient rooms, bathrooms, offices and communal spaces.
- Vacuuming, sweeping, mopping and buffing floors using appropriate machinery.
- Dusting and polishing furniture, fixtures, skirting boards, window ledges and equipment.
- Collecting and disposing of rubbish, clinical waste and recycling in accordance with Trust policy.
- Replenishing consumables such as soap, hand towels and toilet tissue.
- Ensuring cleaning equipment is kept in a clean and safe condition, and reporting any faults promptly.
- Assisting with curtain changes and deep cleans as required.
- Supporting catering duties where needed, including preparing and serving patient breakfasts and drinks, and assisting with meal orders when required.
- Maintaining confidentiality and showing respect and compassion to patients at all times.
For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy.
We reserve the right to close the advert early if sufficient applications have been received.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good level of basic education - able to demonstrate literacy, numeracy, and comprehension skills
- Previous Housekeeping Experience
Desirable
- NVQ level 1
- Basic food Hygiene
Experience
Essential
- Basic housekeeping experience.
- Hygiene COSSH procedures
Desirable
- NHS experience
- Infection prevention and control
- Housekeeping/Cleaning Experience
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Able to use own initiative to cope in a variety of situations.
- Good time management skills able to plan and prioritise time and workload.
- Able to deal confidently and professionally with members of the public and staff.
- Good communication skills -able to read and understand written and verbal communication/instruction.
- Customer focussed.
- Basic IT skills.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good level of basic education - able to demonstrate literacy, numeracy, and comprehension skills
- Previous Housekeeping Experience
Desirable
- NVQ level 1
- Basic food Hygiene
Experience
Essential
- Basic housekeeping experience.
- Hygiene COSSH procedures
Desirable
- NHS experience
- Infection prevention and control
- Housekeeping/Cleaning Experience
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Able to use own initiative to cope in a variety of situations.
- Good time management skills able to plan and prioritise time and workload.
- Able to deal confidently and professionally with members of the public and staff.
- Good communication skills -able to read and understand written and verbal communication/instruction.
- Customer focussed.
- Basic IT skills.
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.
