Housekeeper - Cirencester Hospital
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Job summary
We are currently looking to recruit a motivated individual, who would like to make a difference to the patient experience by joining the Cirencester Hospital housekeeping team
If you have cleaning experience and enjoy working within a team why not consider joining our friendly team
Would you like to be part of the Cirencester team, we are currently looking to recruit a Housekeeper who would be part of Estates and Facilities team
Our team deliver Porter, cleaning and catering within our in patient unit.
Help to maintain a safe, clean and relaxing environment for our patients to recover in.
Main duties of the job
Ensure the cleanliness of the environment in accordance with the National Specification of Cleanliness 2007 or equivalent and to the agreed work schedules. The post holder will clean all areas of the site using a range of methods e.g. High dusting, damp dusting, vacuuming and mopping, in line with the NHS Cleaning Manual.
Be responsible for maintaining and replenishing stocks of consumable items used within the department, i.e.: paper hand towels, soap, in a safe and responsible manner.
Adhere to all aspects of Infection Control in all areas of work, including the use of colour coded equipment to ensure there is no spread of infection.
Follow local procedures for reporting areas cleaned and highlighting issues which have prevented duties being carried out.
Undertake enhanced cleaning duties under the direction of the Facilities Supervisor.
About us
We have in excess of 5000 staff working over 50 sites, providing a diverse range of services. We strive to support an organisational culture that is welcoming, builds and celebrates inclusivity and diversity and provides a sense of belonging and trust.
The annual NHS Staff Survey gives our people the opportunity to tell us about their experience working at the Trust. For the 2023 survey just over 2800 colleagues gave us their views (58.5%). It was great to see from the results that colleagues are saying that:
- 89.7% believe they are making a positive difference to patients/service users;
- 73.3% would recommend the organisation as a place to work;
- 82.4% agree that care of patients and service users is the organisations priority;
- 76.7% would be happy with the standard of care for a friend or relative
Our results put us as 5th nationally as a Community, Mental Health and Learning Disabilities NHS Employer of Choice and 1st equal amongst all NHS Provider Trusts in the South West. However, we know we have more to do and will continue to drive forward our commitment to making GHC a Great Place to Work.
Details
Date posted
03 December 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£23,615 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
327-24-1102
Job locations
Cirencester Hospital
Tetbury Road
Cirencester
GL7 1UY
Employer details
Employer name
Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Cirencester Hospital
Tetbury Road
Cirencester
GL7 1UY
Employer's website
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