The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Housekeepers - New Modular Wards (Shrewsbury)

The closing date is 22 September 2025

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen to recruit multiple Housekeepers on a full time and/or part time basis to work on 2 new modular wards at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. Ward 38 & 39 will be equipped to care for 28 Gastroenterology & Colorectal inpatients each.

We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable, hard-working housekeepers who will work as an integral part of the team ensuring a clean, safe and comfortable environment at all times.

You will need excellent interpersonal skills, as you will be liaising with and helping patients throughout the working day. You will also be required to communicate with all levels of staff both face to face and over the phone.

The post holder will be required to maintain stock levels and participate in the ordering of stock. You will also be required to maintain a high level of cleanliness within the ward.

Applicants with previous experience in a health care setting are desirable, however you will need to demonstrate commitment to developing yourself to support the nursing team in caring for patients and ensuring the patient experience is positive.

Main duties of the job

To assist in the smooth running of the ward by promoting a clean and healthy environment.

To be responsible for ensuring adequate stocks of consumables are maintained to meet service requirements and that all equipment within the department is clean and in good working order.

To assist in the transfer of patients and equipment.

About us

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospitals NHS Trust is a large acute hospital trust that provides a range of local acute services to the residents of Shropshire and Mid Wales

We would like to invite you to join our motivated and friendly team who are committed to providing a high quality, patient centred service.

As an organisation we strive to provide high quality, safe care for our patients in an environment which our staff are proud to work in. We believe that by adhering to our Vision ("To provide excellent care for the communities we serve") and working with our Trust Values in mind (Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, Trusted) we can achieve the right results for the people that matter most - our patients and their families.

Details

Date posted

08 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year per annum/pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

223-HMW-677

Job locations

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Worked to an educational standard that demonstrates an understanding of literacy and numeracy (GCSE grades 9 - 4 or equivalent)

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience in service industry

Desirable

  • Experience in NHS work

Knowledge and skills

Essential

  • Computer skills

Desirable

  • To have a basic knowledge of a hospital environment and infection control
  • Knowledge of Oracle ordering system
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Worked to an educational standard that demonstrates an understanding of literacy and numeracy (GCSE grades 9 - 4 or equivalent)

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience in service industry

Desirable

  • Experience in NHS work

Knowledge and skills

Essential

  • Computer skills

Desirable

  • To have a basic knowledge of a hospital environment and infection control
  • Knowledge of Oracle ordering system

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

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Ward Manager

Roxan Gurian

roxan.lansangan@nhs.net

01743261000

Details

Date posted

08 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year per annum/pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

223-HMW-677

Job locations

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Supporting documents

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