Housekeeper

Job summary

Part time vacancy - 15 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an energetic individual to join Critical Care as a Ward Housekeeper. The post holder will be expected to work 2 days per week 15 hours in total.

The successful individual will need to be able to work with the Ward leadership team to ensure that all facilities on the ward are conducive to a clean, safe and comfortable environment.We are looking for an individual who has a flexible approach to their working day and someone who has a focus of supporting the clinical staff to assist in a smooth and efficient service for our patients.Candidates should be energetic and forward thinking. Must have excellent communication skills and be self-motivated.

Main duties of the job

The main elements of the role are supporting the smooth and efficient delivery of care within the ward environment by the delivery of nursing aspects of cleaning, catering and supplies management, together with other specified tasks to meet patient's needs.

• Arrange and supervise the service of meals and diets, taking account of patients nutritional requirements.
• Transport specimens and any appropriate requests to Labs / Pharmacy etc. and collect same where necessary.
• Participate in organising the reception of new patients and relatives
• Ensure that adequate supplies of linen including nightwear for patient use is available at all times.
• Deal with telephone calls as appropriate and when requested. Respect personal privacy, individuality and dignity of patients and their relatives.
• Be aware of and adhere to policy statements on the provision of Health and Safety at Work in relation to patient care.
• Maintain complete confidentiality with regard to all patient issues.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

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From the 09 April 2025 we cannot sponsor band 3 entry level roles

Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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