Job summary
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed part-time Housekeeper to join our multi- disciplinary team within the Critical Care Unit.
The role of the Housekeeper is very diverse but fundamentally the post holder will ensure the ward area is kept well stocked, clean and tidy.
The Housekeeper will be responsible for ordering equipment, reporting faulty equipment and participating in the weekly cleaning schedule. The Housekeeper will support the Nursing Team in maintaining high standards of cleanliness on the Critical Care unit including bed areas, storage areas and equipment.
We currently have a 30-hour part time position available. These hours are flexible over 4 to 5 days: Monday to Friday. Working hours will be discussed at interview.
Main duties of the job
We require a well motivated and enthusiastic individual to work as a Housekeeper on Critical Care. This role includes the undertaking of daily organisation, stock maintenance, audits and cleanliness of the unit environment.
About us
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a full range of hospital and community services for people across East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). The Trust provides high quality planned and emergency care, cardiac, critical care,child health,maternity services and intermediate care at Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.
The Trust provides over 500 beds and employs over 5,100 members of staff. A comprehensive range of community services is provided across 26 medical centres and schools through ourCentral Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership.
We have played, and continue to play, a proactive role in the development of Integrated Care plans across Cheshire & Merseyside and our local Cheshire East and Cheshire West Place-based systems. We believe, and it is the cornerstone of our five-year Trust Strategy, there is the opportunity to progress innovative, responsive and effective care in the best setting for the patient, be it in the hospital or out in the community.
At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role requires scheduled stock counts and ordering the weekly stock for the unit whilst identifying any equipment in short supply or any issues with stock levels liaising with our stores and pre-empting any further delays or issues which may arise.
During deliveries, housekeepers check received items to ensure that they function as expected and report any concerns.
The role involves understanding the unit budget and making sure we are ordering within this budget whilst reviewing specialist equipment which may be required as additional expense.
The role requires someone who is well organised with a good standard of written and verbal communication. Computer skills are an essential part of the job. The ability to work in a team is essential as you will work closely with many professional groups including nursing, procurement and infection control.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role requires scheduled stock counts and ordering the weekly stock for the unit whilst identifying any equipment in short supply or any issues with stock levels liaising with our stores and pre-empting any further delays or issues which may arise.
During deliveries, housekeepers check received items to ensure that they function as expected and report any concerns.
The role involves understanding the unit budget and making sure we are ordering within this budget whilst reviewing specialist equipment which may be required as additional expense.
The role requires someone who is well organised with a good standard of written and verbal communication. Computer skills are an essential part of the job. The ability to work in a team is essential as you will work closely with many professional groups including nursing, procurement and infection control.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to prioritise own workload
- Good interpersonal skills
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Experience of working with Cancer patients
Desirable
- Health care establishment and knowledge
- COSHH awareness
- Customer Service
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a small team
Desirable
- Proactively manage change
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of general education, including Mathematics and English Language.
Desirable
- Ability to liaise with interdepartmental personnel and other organisations
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to prioritise own workload
- Good interpersonal skills
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Experience of working with Cancer patients
Desirable
- Health care establishment and knowledge
- COSHH awareness
- Customer Service
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a small team
Desirable
- Proactively manage change
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of general education, including Mathematics and English Language.
Desirable
- Ability to liaise with interdepartmental personnel and other organisations
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).
