Housekeeper - Cirencester Hospital

Job overview

We are currently looking to recruit a motivated individual, who would like to make a difference to the patient experience by joining the Cirencester Hospital housekeeping team

If you have cleaning experience and enjoy working within a team why not consider joining our friendly team

Would you like to be part of the Cirencester team, we are currently looking to recruit a Housekeeper who would be part of  Estates and Facilities team

Our team deliver Porter, cleaning and catering within our in patient unit.

Help to maintain a safe, clean and relaxing environment for our patients to recover in.

Main duties of the job

• Ensure the cleanliness of the environment in accordance with the National Specification of Cleanliness 2007 or equivalent and to the agreed work schedules.  The post holder will clean all areas of the site using a range of methods e.g. High dusting, damp dusting, vacuuming and mopping, in line with the NHS Cleaning Manual.
• Be responsible for maintaining and replenishing stocks of consumable items used within the department, i.e.: paper hand towels, soap, in a safe and responsible manner.
• Adhere to all aspects of Infection Control in all areas of work, including the use of colour coded equipment to ensure there is no spread of infection.
• Follow local procedures for reporting areas cleaned and highlighting issues which have prevented duties being carried out.
• Undertake enhanced cleaning duties under the direction of the Facilities Supervisor.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Work as a member of the Estates & Facilities Team in all areas of the site. Facilities Assistants will be expected to demonstrate a flexible attitude to their work to meet the needs of the service.
• Maintains a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness, as defined within the National Specification of Cleanliness.
• Prepares and presents patient meals and beverages in inpatient areas in accordance with Food Hygiene procedures.