Job summary
We are looking for a Housekeeper to work at our Leicester South Dialysis Unit working 30 hours per week
You will ensure the patient service and the clinical environment are managed and maintained to appropriate standards.
You will need to be an excellent team player but also be able to use your own initiative as at times you will be working alone.
Main duties of the job
Ensure housekeeping and day-to-day management of the kitchen is maintained, including any utensils are clean and fit for use.
The refrigerator temperature is recorded daily
Any consumable items are properly stored and within date -
Store room maintained clean and organise.
Keep the utility areas clean and tidy.
Monitor all water outlets and flush as required.
Maintain effective communication to all members of the team.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Prepare and served hot and cold drinks to patients during tea round or as required.
Responsible on behalf of the Ward/Unit Manager for the correct care of ward mattresses and to assist the ward team with bed making.
Ensure housekeeping and day-to-day management of the kitchen is maintained in that: Job Title: Housekeeper.The area, including any utensils, is clean and fit for use - The refrigerator temperature is recorded daily - Any consumable items are properly stored and within date - The ice/milk/drinks machines are cleaned and checked as per policy and guidelines at hospital site.
Monitor the adequacy of linen deliveries, reporting defects or inadequate supplies to the Ward/Unit Manager or nurse in charge of shift.
Keep the sluice and utility areas tidy and bag soiled linen in accordance with Trust policy.
To act at all times in a responsible and safe manner while in the wards and encourage a warm and welcoming environment for patients, staff and visitors. Maintaining a safe environment, audit and quality
Promote and practise the highest standards of hygiene and the prevention and control of infection at all times.
Assist the team to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness of clinical based medical equipment i.e. dressing trolleys, drip stands.
Ensure and monitor that repairs are reported and carried out as quickly as possible on any broken equipment.
Monitor the clinical areas state of cleanliness, tidiness and carry out any other minor housekeeping duties as required, i.e. remove rubbish and tidy bedside lockers and tables.
Undertake the timely cleaning of a patients bed space / bed / patient locker to assist in patient flow. Assist in the undertaking of tasks as specified in the work schedule for the environment. Participate in appropriate audits, i.e. clinical waste, family and friends under the direction of the Ward/Unit Manager or as delegated by the multi-disciplinary team.
Evaluate each water outlet within clinical area, flush if required and report to the Estates department via the electronic process.
Take responsibility for maintaining own and others health, safety and security and report to the Ward/Unit Manager any matters relating to safety or security.
Carry out duties in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1971. Move and handle patients and goods in ways that promote the health of the patient and care team and self and are consistent with legislation.
Assist and maintain safe and hazard-free area of work.
Adhere to Trust policies, procedures and guidelines and promote the compliance of others.
(Please refer to the job description/person specification for further details on the role)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Prepare and served hot and cold drinks to patients during tea round or as required.
Responsible on behalf of the Ward/Unit Manager for the correct care of ward mattresses and to assist the ward team with bed making.
Ensure housekeeping and day-to-day management of the kitchen is maintained in that: Job Title: Housekeeper.The area, including any utensils, is clean and fit for use - The refrigerator temperature is recorded daily - Any consumable items are properly stored and within date - The ice/milk/drinks machines are cleaned and checked as per policy and guidelines at hospital site.
Monitor the adequacy of linen deliveries, reporting defects or inadequate supplies to the Ward/Unit Manager or nurse in charge of shift.
Keep the sluice and utility areas tidy and bag soiled linen in accordance with Trust policy.
To act at all times in a responsible and safe manner while in the wards and encourage a warm and welcoming environment for patients, staff and visitors. Maintaining a safe environment, audit and quality
Promote and practise the highest standards of hygiene and the prevention and control of infection at all times.
Assist the team to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness of clinical based medical equipment i.e. dressing trolleys, drip stands.
Ensure and monitor that repairs are reported and carried out as quickly as possible on any broken equipment.
Monitor the clinical areas state of cleanliness, tidiness and carry out any other minor housekeeping duties as required, i.e. remove rubbish and tidy bedside lockers and tables.
Undertake the timely cleaning of a patients bed space / bed / patient locker to assist in patient flow. Assist in the undertaking of tasks as specified in the work schedule for the environment. Participate in appropriate audits, i.e. clinical waste, family and friends under the direction of the Ward/Unit Manager or as delegated by the multi-disciplinary team.
Evaluate each water outlet within clinical area, flush if required and report to the Estates department via the electronic process.
Take responsibility for maintaining own and others health, safety and security and report to the Ward/Unit Manager any matters relating to safety or security.
Carry out duties in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1971. Move and handle patients and goods in ways that promote the health of the patient and care team and self and are consistent with legislation.
Assist and maintain safe and hazard-free area of work.
Adhere to Trust policies, procedures and guidelines and promote the compliance of others.
(Please refer to the job description/person specification for further details on the role)
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Knowledge and previous experience in cleaning and/or working in a food environment
- Good standard of written English and spoken English
Desirable
- Experience of work in a hospital or care setting.
- Experience in customer care training or Relevant NVQ 2
Skills
Essential
- Effective communication skills - verbal and non - verbal.
- has food handling and Hygiene training or willingness to undertake food handling/hygiene
Desirable
- Experience of participating in audits.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- oKnowledge and Understanding of diversity
Desirable
- Ability to develop and maintain effective interpersonal skills and relationships with colleagues across the health setting
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Knowledge and previous experience in cleaning and/or working in a food environment
- Good standard of written English and spoken English
Desirable
- Experience of work in a hospital or care setting.
- Experience in customer care training or Relevant NVQ 2
Skills
Essential
- Effective communication skills - verbal and non - verbal.
- has food handling and Hygiene training or willingness to undertake food handling/hygiene
Desirable
- Experience of participating in audits.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- oKnowledge and Understanding of diversity
Desirable
- Ability to develop and maintain effective interpersonal skills and relationships with colleagues across the health setting
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).
