Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time Band 3 Housekeeper to join Morris ward at Wrexham Maelor Hospital.
The post holder will work as an integral part of the ward team. They will be responsible for the co-ordination of all patient facilities/services in the endoscopy Unit and for ensuring a clean, safe and comfortable environment.
The main element of the role is ensuring the delivery of cleaning, catering and minor maintenance, together with other specified tasks to meet individual patient needs, as determined by the Unit Sister or clinical leader.
The post holder will be required to work closely with contractors and support services departments. He/she will monitor quality standards and rectify deficiencies in liaison with the Unit Manager/Clinical Lead Nurse and work as guided by the Trust's Senior Housekeeper.
This is a 7.5 hour permanent post.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to ensure the delivery of the cleaning responsibility for the department, minor works, equipment maintenance, together with other specified tasks to meet the needs of a busy Assessment Unit, the post holder will be expected to work closely with contractors and support other services/departments.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To ensure a clean and tidy environment for patients and visitors.
- To order stock and maintain stock control.
- Report equipment that needs repair and maintenance.
- To be aware of any changes to waste categorisation etc and make sure all staff aware by displaying posters.
- To ensure own actions reduce risk to health and safety and to promote a health and safety culture within the workplace.
- To ensure the department has sufficient stocks to meet patient and staff needs.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To ensure a clean and tidy environment for patients and visitors.
- To order stock and maintain stock control.
- Report equipment that needs repair and maintenance.
- To be aware of any changes to waste categorisation etc and make sure all staff aware by displaying posters.
- To ensure own actions reduce risk to health and safety and to promote a health and safety culture within the workplace.
- To ensure the department has sufficient stocks to meet patient and staff needs.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification in NVQ level 3.
Desirable
- Experience of undertaking a Housekeeper role.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team. Experience of dealing with members of the public.
Desirable
- Experience of working for a NHS organisation.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification in NVQ level 3.
Desirable
- Experience of undertaking a Housekeeper role.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team. Experience of dealing with members of the public.
Desirable
- Experience of working for a NHS organisation.
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).
