Housekeeper

Job overview

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 6 MONTHS TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a  Band 3 Housekeeper to work as part of our friendly and motivated team on Dulas Ward.

The main element of the role is ensuring the delivery of infection prevention hygiene standards and ensuring a clean clinical environment for our patients and visitors.  Being responsible for the, co-ordination and delivery of catering, organising minor maintenance, ordering and organisation of stores, together with other specified tasks to meet individual patient’s needs, as determined by the Unit Sister, the successful candidate will ensure the ward is a welcoming environment for patients, visitors and staff .

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 ward Manager.

The successful applicant must a have a willingness to learn new skills and undertake further training if required.  The post holder would ideally have some Oracle and Stores experience although full training will be given.

Main duties of the job

The position involves maintaining the high standards the role demands. The successful candidate will possess:

• Ability to communicate on all levels and work as a team
• Good IT skills
• Excellent organisation and coordinating skills
• Be able to work independently and prioritise work
• Adhere to BCU values

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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.