Job details
- Job reference: 258716
- Salary: Band 2 (£26,696 - £28,988)
- Job closing date: 16/09/2026
- Job Type: Nursing and Midwifery
- Location: Raigmore Hospital
- Employment type: Permanent
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Job posted date: 03/09/2026
- Employer (NHS Board): NHS Highland
- Department: Ward 2A
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team on Ward 2A as a Housekeeper. Ward 2A is a busy and friendly acute ward specialising in Stroke and Older Adult Medicine, providing care to patients with a wide range of complex health needs.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, organised, and reliable individual to provide housekeeping support and contribute to the smooth running of the ward. The successful candidate will work closely with nursing, medical, and multidisciplinary team members to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
Key responsibilities include supporting meal services, monitoring and replenishing ward supplies, maintaining stock levels, ensuring clinical and non-clinical areas are tidy and well organised, and assisting with housekeeping duties that promote patient comfort and safety. You will play an important role in supporting high standards of cleanliness, infection prevention, and patient experience.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organisational skills, be able to work effectively as part of a team, and demonstrate a flexible and proactive approach to their work. Previous housekeeping, hospitality, healthcare, or customer service experience would be advantageous, although full training will be provided.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team and make a positive contribution to the care of patients receiving treatment and rehabilitation within our stroke and older adult medicine service.
For any enquiries please contact Yvonne Mackay, SCN, Ward 2A Yvonne.mackay2@nhs.scot or 01463 704451
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