Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Ward Housekeeper

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Job summary

The Department of Psychiatry in Eastbourne, East Sussex are looking for a committed Band 2 Housekeeper to work on the wards as part of a dedicated team of professionals that provide the highest standards of care and support to those with Acute Mental Health needs.

We are building a new hospital in Bexhill to replace our inpatient services at the Department of Psychiatry. This means that, if you are successful in your application, you will be asked to transfer to the new facilities when they open in 2025

Main duties of the job

You will work as part of the ward team by contributing to the provision of a comfortable and suitable environment for the patient group. The role is essential to ensure that the ward is clean and tidy, maintenance issues are addressed, and that food, linen and other provisions are available to ensure the needs of the patient group are met. It is essential that you are a car driver as there are times when you will need to visit the local shops/cash and carry to complete purchases for the ward.

You will establish and maintain good working relationships with Nursing, Medical, and Clerical, Catering, Domestic and Estates staff in order to provide a friendly, clean and comfortable environment for patients, visitors and staff working directly on the ward.

About us

The Trust provides mental health and learning disability care for all ages across Sussex and for children and young people in Hampshire.

Living & working in Sussex

Travel easily between coast and countryside, with a blend of picturesque villages and seaside towns
Embrace the outstanding natural beauty spots including the iconic Beachy Head and Seven Sisters National Park
Known as 'The Sunshine Coast', Eastbourne offers a traditional Victorian seafront combined with the more modern Sovereign Harbour Marina

We'd love you to join our Trust, rated 'good' overall and 'outstanding' for caring by the CQC. Our staff agree, recent staff survey results told us that 82% recognise that care for patients is our top priority.

Date posted

29 February 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

354-AE-20935-B

Job locations

Dept of Psychiatry, Eastbourne DGH

Kings Drive

Eastbourne

BN21 2UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Successful candidates will have strong communication and people skills, a non-judgmental and person-centred approach and above all a real caring attitude and be prepared to make a difference.In return for your skills and expertise we can offer you continued training and development, variety and a rewarding challenge and the opportunity to work within a friendly and supportive team

Your working hours will be Monday to Friday 07.00 - 15.00, although an earlier start time can be discussed.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Your working hours will be Monday to Friday 07.00 - 15.00, although an earlier start time can be discussed.

Person Specification

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

Experience of working with people with mental health needs in a paid or voluntary capacity
Experience of working with people with mental health difficulties
Experience of working as part of a team

Person Specification

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

Experience of working with people with mental health needs in a paid or voluntary capacity
Experience of working with people with mental health difficulties
Experience of working as part of a team

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.