Pennine Care NHS FT

Housekeeper

The closing date is 16 September 2025

Job summary

Hurst Place is a 15 bedded male mental health rehabilitation unit. We have an exciting opportunity within the team for the position of housekeeper.

Main duties of the job

o To maintain high standards of general cleanliness and tidiness of the ward including assisting patients with room care.

o Working within the Trust Infection Control policy.

o The completion of the weekly infection control audits/cleaning schedule and report to the shift coordinator any issues.

o To ensure that all food stock levels are maintained and sufficient to meet ward demands.

o Checking the expiry date of food and drinks in all kitchen fridges and also stock rotation, this will include recording kitchen fridge temperatures.

o Ensure the dietary needs of patients are addressed following nursing direction and to liaise with the Catering Department about dietary supplies, supplements and special needs whilst ensuring meal provision is maintained to the highest standard. This includes collection of menu cards and the laying of tables at meal times.

About us

We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.

Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our#PennineCarePeopleand do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.

All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.

If you come and work for us we will offer a range of benefits and opportunities, including:

  • Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff.
  • Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance
  • Access to Continued Professional Development
  • Involvement in improvement and research activities
  • Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service
  • Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel

Details

Date posted

02 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year Per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

311-F835-25

Job locations

Hurst Place

Buckton building

Tameside hospital

OL6 9RW


Job description

Job responsibilities

To maintain high standards of general cleanliness and tidiness of all wards / clerical environments and replacement of fabric and furniture as required, liaising with the domestic staff and organising spot cleaning and terminal cleaning as necessary

Liaising with clinical staff regarding admissions, discharges to ensure terminal cleans are completed and areas are ready for new admissions.

Working within the role of the Infection Control Champion, as directed by the Trust infection Control.

The completion of the weekly infection control audits/cleaning schedule and report to the shift coordinator any issues. Ensure all hospital bays meet requirements of the Infection Control Policy and cleaning standards.

To ensure that all stock levels are maintained and sufficient to meet hospital demands. To contribute to cost effective control of medical, surgical and food items. This will include laundry stock.

Checking the expiry date of food and drinks in all kitchen fridges and also stock rotation, this will include recording kitchen fridge temperatures.

Ensure the dietary needs of patients are addressed following nursing direction and to liaise with the Catering Department about dietary supplies, supplements and special needs whilst ensuring meal provision is maintained to the highest standard. This includes collection of menu cards and the laying of tables at meal times.

To ensure hot/cold drinks and snacks are available as required during any 24 hour period.

To maintain and monitor equipment as fit for use.

To maintain effective liaison and communication with the following services to ensure service level agreements are achieved:

Estates/Maintenance

Distribution contacts

Domestic Services

Infection Control Nurse

Stock suppliers

As and when necessary carry out general office clerical duties answering the telephone taking messages communicating with patients and visitors.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To maintain high standards of general cleanliness and tidiness of all wards / clerical environments and replacement of fabric and furniture as required, liaising with the domestic staff and organising spot cleaning and terminal cleaning as necessary

Liaising with clinical staff regarding admissions, discharges to ensure terminal cleans are completed and areas are ready for new admissions.

Working within the role of the Infection Control Champion, as directed by the Trust infection Control.

The completion of the weekly infection control audits/cleaning schedule and report to the shift coordinator any issues. Ensure all hospital bays meet requirements of the Infection Control Policy and cleaning standards.

To ensure that all stock levels are maintained and sufficient to meet hospital demands. To contribute to cost effective control of medical, surgical and food items. This will include laundry stock.

Checking the expiry date of food and drinks in all kitchen fridges and also stock rotation, this will include recording kitchen fridge temperatures.

Ensure the dietary needs of patients are addressed following nursing direction and to liaise with the Catering Department about dietary supplies, supplements and special needs whilst ensuring meal provision is maintained to the highest standard. This includes collection of menu cards and the laying of tables at meal times.

To ensure hot/cold drinks and snacks are available as required during any 24 hour period.

To maintain and monitor equipment as fit for use.

To maintain effective liaison and communication with the following services to ensure service level agreements are achieved:

Estates/Maintenance

Distribution contacts

Domestic Services

Infection Control Nurse

Stock suppliers

As and when necessary carry out general office clerical duties answering the telephone taking messages communicating with patients and visitors.

Person Specification

Essential and desirable

Essential

  • Completed food hygiene certificate
  • Experience of working as a domestic.
  • Possession of basic IT skills

Desirable

  • Experience of working in mental health service environment
Person Specification

Essential and desirable

Essential

  • Completed food hygiene certificate
  • Experience of working as a domestic.
  • Possession of basic IT skills

Desirable

  • Experience of working in mental health service environment

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Pennine Care NHS FT

Address

Hurst Place

Buckton building

Tameside hospital

OL6 9RW


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Pennine Care NHS FT

Address

Hurst Place

Buckton building

Tameside hospital

OL6 9RW


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Unit manager

Natalie Rutter

n.rutter@nhs.net

01617163621

Details

Date posted

02 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year Per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

311-F835-25

Job locations

Hurst Place

Buckton building

Tameside hospital

OL6 9RW


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