Band 2 Housekeeper - George Ward

Job summary

The Housekeeper ensures standards of cleanliness, hygiene and tidiness are maintained throughout the Ward Environment to maintain Trust cleanliness standards and safety. The housekeeper should adhere to the policies of infection control which would include auditsTo support the Senior Nurse/Ward Nursing Team in the maintenance and development of housekeeping services by providing modern, professional housekeeping services on the Ward.The primary purpose of the role is to alleviate the housekeeping workload of nursing staff enabling them to focus on quality patient care.The post-holder will also proactively identify any areas of improvement and development and ensure reported to service providers, consistent with a modern, professional mental health service.

Main duties of the job

Ensure all staff and volunteers performing housekeeping functions are properly trained intechnique, quality, efficiency and safety. Ensure deliveries are checked against order forms and ensure that invoices are accurate, and toaction any discrepancies immediately. Ensure catering, cleaning and laundry supplies are stored safely and used used effectively to minimisewastage. Maintain a high standard of hygiene within the Ward and adhere to COSSH guidelines and infection control audits such as mattress and environmental audits

• Maintain health and safety in the Ward by adhering to the Trust's policies and procedures at To co-operate with requests from the Ward staff and Service users wherever possible. Attend staff training sessions and meetings as needed. Responsible for ensuring confidentiality of patient information at all times. The post holder as an individual is required to understand their responsibility for respecting and promoting issues of equality diversity and all times.

and rights in accordance with good practice and legislation. Responsible for reading, understanding and complying with all relevant Trust and statutory policies and procedures. The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they contribute and work towards the service/ organisational aims and objectives.

Maintain the high standards of the service by contributing towards individual, team and service objectives and acting at all times in the best interest of patient

About us

Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.

Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.