Job summary
We are looking for a part time housekeeper for Starlight Ward which is an Children's Ward. This is a permanent post located at Homerton Hospital.
The purpose of the role of the ward housekeeper is to play an integral role in developing environmental standards of care for patients. They will support the senior ward sister/charge nurse in the management of the environment and focus on reaching standards that are important aspects of care delivery, such as cleanliness, catering services and maintenance of a safe, comfortable environment.
Main duties of the job
- Ensure there are adequate supplies of linen on the ward, on a daily basis and ensure there are enough supplies for weekends and bank holidays.
- Ensure that laundry bags are correctly disposed of from the ward.
- Ensure that all areas within the ward environment reach a high standard of cleanliness, in conjunction with the ward domestic and ensure that the environment is tidy. These areas include bathrooms, clean utility, dirty utility, patient bed areas and patient day room.
- Organise for the repair of equipment faults on the ward.
- Ensure that clinical supplies are readily available to nursing staff on the ward and ensure there are enough clinical supplies over weekend and bank holiday periods.
- Ensure all supplies are up to date and maintain a clutter-free, clean, and organized treatment and storage room
About us
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.
Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Numeracy and literacy skills
- NVQ qualification or willingness to undertake course.
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work as a member of a team
- Ability to work under supervision
- Ability to work on own initiative
Experience
Essential
- Experience in working in a busy hospital environment
- Experience working with children
Personal
Essential
- Flexible and co-operative
- Motivated and enthusiastic
- Ability to work shifts and attend work on a regular basis.
Trust Values, Equal Opportunities & Other Requirements
Essential
- Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values
- Commitment and adherence to equality, diversity and inclusion
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding the needs of children and their parents
- Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
- Knowledge and understanding regarding health and safety issues
- Understanding of the role of a Housekeeper.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Numeracy and literacy skills
- NVQ qualification or willingness to undertake course.
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work as a member of a team
- Ability to work under supervision
- Ability to work on own initiative
Experience
Essential
- Experience in working in a busy hospital environment
- Experience working with children
Personal
Essential
- Flexible and co-operative
- Motivated and enthusiastic
- Ability to work shifts and attend work on a regular basis.
Trust Values, Equal Opportunities & Other Requirements
Essential
- Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values
- Commitment and adherence to equality, diversity and inclusion
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding the needs of children and their parents
- Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
- Knowledge and understanding regarding health and safety issues
- Understanding of the role of a Housekeeper.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
