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Job requirements
Essential
6 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- essential
Able to identify potential hazards in the workplace and have confidence to act on these effectively
- essential
Ability to read and understand written instruction
- essential
Ability to communicate using good verbal and written English
- essential
Has the physical ability to effectively perform the duties of the post
- essential
Ability to work under own initiative to achieve set target
- Qualifications
Basic literacy and numeracy skills
Desirable
12 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Desirable
Presentable, Approachable, Flexible
- Desirable
Work independently, using own initiative, accepts feedback positively
- Desirable
Positive attitude and positive image
- Desirable
Resilient and calm under pressure
- Desirable
Drive and determination to see things through
- Desirable
Identify and resolve causes of conflict or resistance, logical
- Desirable
Reflects systematically on their performance and modifies behaviour accordingly
- Desirable
Flexible, adaptable in changing circumstances,
- Desirable
Demonstrates personal confidence
- desirable
Previous experience of working in a housekeeping /domestic role
- desirable
Previous experience of working within a healthcare environment
- Qualifications
NVQ or equivalent in cleaning and support services
Job overview
Housekeeper - Katherine House Hospice - Adderbury
We are currently looking to recruit a number of motivated individuals, who would like to make a difference to the patient experience by joining the Katherine House Hospice housekeeping team here at Adderbury.
Mon - Fri 4pm - 8pm
Main duties of the job
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Ever thought about working for the NHS?
If you have cleaning experience and enjoy working within a team why not consider becoming a Housekeeper.
Our team are responsible for providing and maintaining a high standard of cleanliness throughout the hospice, sometimes working on your own but often working as part of a team to provide a clean and safe environment for patents, staff and visitors.
Along with the cleaning tasks, Housekeepers also support the nursing team with the delivery of patient beverages.
If you feel you have these skills, along with a ‘can do’ attitude why not consider joining the team
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleaning in line with the National Specifications for Cleanliness in the NHS.
To work as an integral part of the team ensuring a high-quality service to patient.
To support ward staff in the delivery of protected patient mealtimes.
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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This advert is for Housekeeper with Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Oxford, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Housekeeper role. The advertised salary is £25,272 per annum pro rota. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 14 Oct 2026.
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