Job summary
An exciting opportunity has come up for an Emergency DepartmentHousekeeper to support the clinical team. We are looking for an enthusiasticand friendly person who is able to deliver a high standard of care and be ableto work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team assisting staff in theemergency department to maintain a safe, clean and comfortableenvironment for our patients, their families and visitors.
They will be responsible for the co-ordination of all patient facilities servicesin the ward area, ensuring a clean, safe and comfortable environment, thiswill include the topping up of both clinical and non- clinical supplies.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has come up for an Emergency DepartmentHousekeeper to support the clinical team. We are looking for an enthusiasticand friendly person who is able to deliver a high standard of care and be ableto work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team assisting staff in theemergency department to maintain a safe, clean and comfortableenvironment for our patients, their families and visitors.
They will be responsible for the co-ordination of all patient facilities servicesin the ward area, ensuring a clean, safe and comfortable environment, thiswill include the topping up of both clinical and non- clinical supplies.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Royal Free World Class Values
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE at grade C/4 or above or Functional skills at level 2 or above in English Language and Math's.
Desirable
- NVQ Level 1 or above in Customer Service.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in a cleaning capacity.
Desirable
- Previous experience working in an NHS setting.
- Previous experience working in a Healthcare setting
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to carry out tasks without supervision.
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients, and relatives. Understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality
Others
Essential
- Able to work shift pattern.
- Ability to work flexibly to accommodate peaks and thought of activity.
Personal qualities
Essential
- Enthusiastic and motivated.
- Professional approach to work.
- Ability to manage conflict and identify where escalation to senior staff is necessary
- Sympathetic attitude to patients and relatives who may be extremely distressed or anxious
- Self-motivated
- A mature and professional attitude / enthusiastic and positive
- Mutual respect - Treats others with courtesy and respect.
- Openness - Shares information and good practice appropriately.
- Accountability - Takes responsibility for own actions and promotes good team working.
Desirable
- Good interpersonal skills
Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Royal Free World Class Values
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE at grade C/4 or above or Functional skills at level 2 or above in English Language and Math's.
Desirable
- NVQ Level 1 or above in Customer Service.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in a cleaning capacity.
Desirable
- Previous experience working in an NHS setting.
- Previous experience working in a Healthcare setting
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to carry out tasks without supervision.
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients, and relatives. Understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality
Others
Essential
- Able to work shift pattern.
- Ability to work flexibly to accommodate peaks and thought of activity.
Personal qualities
Essential
- Enthusiastic and motivated.
- Professional approach to work.
- Ability to manage conflict and identify where escalation to senior staff is necessary
- Sympathetic attitude to patients and relatives who may be extremely distressed or anxious
- Self-motivated
- A mature and professional attitude / enthusiastic and positive
- Mutual respect - Treats others with courtesy and respect.
- Openness - Shares information and good practice appropriately.
- Accountability - Takes responsibility for own actions and promotes good team working.
Desirable
- Good interpersonal skills
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).
