Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Housekeeper

The closing date is 05 April 2026

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly and motivated housekeepers to work in the Orthopaedic Ward at Kingston Hospital. We are interested in hearing from individuals who are willing to work hard within a strong, friendly team. They will be required to provide a key service within the hospital for both staff and patients.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work as an integral part of the unit team, being responsible for ensuring the delivery of a range of activities to support the clinical team in delivering care, including keeping the unit neat, tidy, uncluttered and well presented; the daily stock of clinical supplies and for equipment cleaning and maintenance. They will be responsible for maintaining a safe and comfortable ward environment and will work flexibly being prepared to undertake those non-nursing duties designated by the Ward Sister/Nurse in Charge.

About us

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust has four key values and we want to employ and work with people who share these values and demonstrate behaviours that support them. They are:

Compassionate- We treat everyone with kindness, understanding and empathy

Inclusive- We are respectful, fair and open, valuing everyone's unique contribution

Collaborative-We work together across our teams and with our partners and are helpful, positive and supportive

Inspiring- We strive for the best for patients, communities, staff and partners and are always learning and improving

Details

Date posted

20 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£29,179 a year Pro rata, pa, incl. HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

396-7859630-DE-GV-Z

Job locations

Kingston Hospital NHS Trust

Galsworthy Road

Kingston Upon Thames

KT2 7QB


Job description

Job responsibilities

***Please see the attached supporting document/s which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification***

NB: ensure your supporting statement aligns with the job description and person specification, as your application will be assessed against these criteria.

Job description

Job responsibilities

***Please see the attached supporting document/s which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification***

NB: ensure your supporting statement aligns with the job description and person specification, as your application will be assessed against these criteria.

Person Specification

Application form and interview

Essential

  • Good standard of written and verbal communication
  • GCSE level English and Maths or equivalent

Desirable

  • Previous working experience in the field

Application and interview

Essential

  • Commitment to undertake necessary further training

Desirable

  • Ability to work flexibly in a busy environment
  • Computer literacy
Person Specification

Application form and interview

Essential

  • Good standard of written and verbal communication
  • GCSE level English and Maths or equivalent

Desirable

  • Previous working experience in the field

Application and interview

Essential

  • Commitment to undertake necessary further training

Desirable

  • Ability to work flexibly in a busy environment
  • Computer literacy

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston Hospital NHS Trust

Galsworthy Road

Kingston Upon Thames

KT2 7QB


Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston Hospital NHS Trust

Galsworthy Road

Kingston Upon Thames

KT2 7QB


Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Orthopaedic Matron

Aira Chico

maaira.chico@nhs.net

02089343523

Details

Date posted

20 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£29,179 a year Pro rata, pa, incl. HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

396-7859630-DE-GV-Z

Job locations

Kingston Hospital NHS Trust

Galsworthy Road

Kingston Upon Thames

KT2 7QB


Supporting documents

Privacy notice

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)