Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly enthusiastic and motivated individual to join Ward A6 as our Housekeeper.
Ward A6 is a mixed surgical acute admissions ward. We look after predominantly general surgical patients, but also have urology, breast, orthopedic, ENT and Plastics specialty.
You will play a key role in maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness and organization within ward A6, undergoing infection control procedures, equipment cleaning, assisting with ordering of stock and arranging this. You will assist in catering for patients, ensuring that their individual nutritional needs are met. There will also be opportunity to complete audits and participate in our SHINE walk-arounds.As a Housekeeper you support the team by ensuring the ward is clean, safe, comfortable and organized to deliver patient care.
In return for your hard work and dedication we can offer a friendly, supportive and well experienced clinical team. We can provide you with a clear working structure through regular appraisal. We have an innovative service enabling our staff to be committed to developing both their service and themselves. Clinical Governance, research and audit activities are encouraged within the service. Thisis a busy, physically active role which requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills. If you are highly motivated, work well within a team environment and hold the essential skills and experience please apply and join our successful organization.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job include (but are not limited to)
ordering required stock, working closely with materials management team
organization of stock including clinical and non-clinical items
general housekeeping including cleaning, tidying and organizing of the general ward environment and patient bed spaces
oversight of the maintenance of medical devises used, reporting any faults appropriately
oversight of the maintenance of fixtures and fittings
assisting in the ordering and provision of patient meals, meeting their nutritional requirements
maintaining infection control standards on the ward
completing relevant audits
escalating concerns via the relevant channels
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to shape your career.With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year.Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes.Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you're part of something bigger from day one.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- General education completed
- Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake professional development
Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Ability to plan and prioritise time and workload.
- Independent working and awareness of own limitations
- IT skills
Desirable
- Previous Housekeeper experience or equivalant
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a hospital setting
Desirable
- previous housekeeper or equivalent experience
- Experience ordering of stock control and stock ordering
- Experience using nhs supplies and integra
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- General education completed
- Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake professional development
Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Ability to plan and prioritise time and workload.
- Independent working and awareness of own limitations
- IT skills
Desirable
- Previous Housekeeper experience or equivalant
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a hospital setting
Desirable
- previous housekeeper or equivalent experience
- Experience ordering of stock control and stock ordering
- Experience using nhs supplies and integra
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.
