Job summary
**Please note we do not offer sponsorship for this role**
We are looking for an motivated , hardworking house keeper to join our mixed antenatal and postnatal ward in the maternity unit.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and friendly person who is able to deliver a high standard of care and be able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team assisting staff on the ward to maintain a safe, clean and comfortable environment for our patients, their families and visitors.
To work as part of the team you must be highly motivated and able to prioritise your workload. You must also be able to demonstrate an adaptable, enthusiastic approach to your work, and the ability to manage your workload with various competing demands for your time and attention within a busy clinical area.
If so, and you like a challenge, working in a fast paced environment, then this may be the job for you.
Main duties of the job
To act as Housekeeper, ensuring the patient service and the clinical environment are managed and maintained to appropriate standards.
To maintain a high standard of cleanliness without direct supervision.
To support the department staff in the smooth running of their area and to come into contact with patients.
The post holder will be instrumental in ensuring patients' nutritional requirements are met.
The post holder is required to use their initiative and take responsibility for themselves and the quality of their work and the service they provide to patient
Communications
- To communicate effectively with the multi-disciplinary team, under the supervision of a registered midwife.
- To carry out some administrative related tasks for the benefit of the ward including stock ordering and equipment maintenance.
- To communicate effectively when giving/receiving verbal and written information.
Responsibility for Patient Care
- To maintain confidentiality of patient information.
- To carry out any tasks required to maintain the safety, cleanliness and tidiness of the ward area.
- To carry out duties as required, to meet aspects of ward catering (i.e - to help give out the patients meals
- To carry out routine ward maintenance activities including some safety checks.
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
Benefits we offer to you:
- Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- NHS pension scheme membership
- Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
- NHS Staff discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
- Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Job description
Job responsibilities
- As the house keeper for Maternity Ward 2, you will be expected to co-ordinate non clinical ward services, the work will include:-
- Talking to and reassuring patients
- Keeping the ward clean & tidy
- Serving and clearing away meals & preparing snacks and drinks
- Orientating new volunteers
- Datix issues relevant to the role
- Ordering supplies
- Equipment maintenance any broken equipment sending it to medical appliances to be fixed
- Putting away stock & laundry deliveries
- Bed Making
- Assisting with some ward safety checks
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require a Standard DBS check at a cost of £26.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary
In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- As the house keeper for Maternity Ward 2, you will be expected to co-ordinate non clinical ward services, the work will include:-
- Talking to and reassuring patients
- Keeping the ward clean & tidy
- Serving and clearing away meals & preparing snacks and drinks
- Orientating new volunteers
- Datix issues relevant to the role
- Ordering supplies
- Equipment maintenance any broken equipment sending it to medical appliances to be fixed
- Putting away stock & laundry deliveries
- Bed Making
- Assisting with some ward safety checks
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require a Standard DBS check at a cost of £26.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary
In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE or equivalent in English or Equivalent Experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic knowledge of clerical duties
- Computer skills
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Able to take direction from senior staff
- Able to comply with Trust policies - understanding of confidentiality
- Able to comply with Trust policies - understanding of confidentiality
- Clean and tidy appearance
- Excellent Organizational Skills
Desirable
- Previous experience in a similar role / hospital environment
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE or equivalent in English or Equivalent Experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic knowledge of clerical duties
- Computer skills
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Able to take direction from senior staff
- Able to comply with Trust policies - understanding of confidentiality
- Able to comply with Trust policies - understanding of confidentiality
- Clean and tidy appearance
- Excellent Organizational Skills
Desirable
- Previous experience in a similar role / hospital environment
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
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).
