Housekeeper - Head & Neck Surgical Ward (Ward 3)

Job overview

We are looking for a passionate Housekeeper for the Head & neck Surgical Ward. We are looking for someone who wants to make a real difference to patient care while being part of an exceptional team who strive for the best at all times.

Are you friendly, proactive, hard working  with good organisation skills, are you someone who loves to support and talk to people ?

Working closely with the ward clinical staff, the role extends to providing essential support in upholding a clean environment, including meticulous record-keeping of strict schedules.

This role includes overseeing the cleanliness and organisation of common areas such as staff and patient kitchen areas . Your responsibilities would include keeping these spaces clean, tidy, and well-stocked. By contributing to the maintenance of these shared spaces, you play a vital role in creating a positive and comfortable environment for everyone on the Ward.

Beyond the clinical aspects, you will provide valuable support in non-clinical duties related to patient needs. This includes maintaining medical supplies, dry goods, and other essential items to pre-determined levels throughout the clinical area.

Main duties of the job

Here's some key areas of what the role entails:

Menu Management: Supporting patients with menu choices each morning, ensuring dietary requirements are met , updating catering with any changes or amendments.

Efficient Meal Coordination: Work closely with the team to coordinate meal times efficiently, ensuring patients receive their meals promptly and according to schedule.

Hydration Oversight: Maintain regular intervals for providing drinks to patients, promoting hydration and well-being throughout the day.

Rota Maintenance: Oversee the cleaning rota all shifts, ensuring the ward remains immaculate at all times.

Thorough Inspection: Conduct inspections and decluttering of bays and corridors, maintaining a pristine environment.

Adherence to Protocol: Follow a rigorous cleaning checklist to uphold sanitation standards and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Inventory Management

Supplies Management

Equipment Maintenance: Report any faults promptly and ensure equipment is cleaned and maintained in optimal condition for patient use.

Stock Oversight: Monitor inventory levels and ensure all necessary supplies are replenished in a timely manner to support uninterrupted operations.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Joining our team means being an indispensable part of our commitment to providing high-quality healthcare in a clean, organised, and well-maintained clinical environment. Your contributions will make a significant impact on the overall well-being of our patients and the smooth functioning of our clinical operations.

Working hours are Monday-Friday 7am -3pm. this position is for 15 hours so this would be to cover 2 days a week.