Housekeeper
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Job summary
An excellent opportunity has arisen to join the Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Outpatients at Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital for a Housekeeper as a part of our highly experienced and established team in our busy department. We are based in Outpatients West at Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital, on our modern, purpose-built site.
We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic person who can support our PRIDE values.
The successful candidate will provide non-clinical support to the team carrying out assigned tasks under the supervision of the registered Nurses in ENT Outpatients. Although previous housekeeper experience would be advantageous, it is not essential. Training will be provided once in post.
The successful candidate will be expected to work their hours flexibly over 2 days a week, Monday to Saturday, 7:00-17:00 and 7:00 -1630 but this will be discussed further at interview stage.
What matters most in this role is to be organised, motivated and enjoy working as part of a dedicated and passionate team.
Don't miss this opportunity to join us and send your application today!
If you would like more information about this role or arrange a visit to our department, you can call 01603 287289 or email Charlotte Boyle on charlotte.boyle@nnuh.nhs.uk
Previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
Work as part of the nursing team undertaking general housekeeping duties which include:
- Setting up the clinic and treatment rooms prior to the start of clinics, including checking oxygen and suction equipment.
- General tidying up of the department at the end of each day, once clinics are finished.
- To assist in maintaining a safe and clean working environment for patients and staff.
- To ensure that all equipment within the department is clean and in good working order.
- To ensure that stocks and supplies are kept at adequate levels within the department and order accordingly. Storing supplies as required.
- Responsibility for cleanliness and appropriate storage of all equipment and furnishings, including taking responsibility for the maintenance of equipment at the departmental level.
- You will have autonomy in the ordering of stock, the reporting of faults and the initiation of works as required, ensuring safe and smooth running of the clinics.
- To clean Naso-endoscopes according to the department requirements. Full training will be provided for this.
About us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Flexible working hours
- Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
- Multi Faith prayer room
- Discounted gym memberships
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
- Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
- Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
- On-site Nursery
- On-site cafes offering staff discounts
- Support in career development
- Flexible staff bank
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Details
Date posted
21 June 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£22,383 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
234-23-S3574
Job locations
Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital
Colney Lane
Norwich
NR4 7UY
Employer details
Employer name
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Address
Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital
Colney Lane
Norwich
NR4 7UY
Employer's website
https://teamnnuh.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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