Housekeeper

Job overview

Do you have what it takes to work alongside those who need support and care to achieve their best! Then join our team at Discovery House

We are seeking to recruit a dynamic housekeeper to join our developing team in our 46-bed community and complex needs unit in Lincoln.

Applicants must possess attitudes and values that reflect the excellent standards we are expecting on the housekeeping team

If you feel you can bring a great work ethic and humour to our team and work with us to maintain the high standard of cleanliness that we have at Discovery House, then we do need you

In return we will offer the opportunity to be part of an excellent and developing team that holds the highest possible values and work ethic within a purpose-built environment

As a Trust we have a great learning and development team who will help you progress in your future profession, and you will have regular supervision. You will have the opportunity to work with the housekeeping supervisor to ensure that the ward is a safe and clean environment.

If you want to be part of our team and take advantage of this exciting opportunity, then we will be happy to hear from you. The successful candidate may be required to work in other areas of the Rehab and Forensic services when required

Previous applicants need not apply.

We are not able to offer sponsorship for this role. Please provide details of the visa type and expiry date in your application. Failure to provide the required information will result in your application being rejected

Main duties of the job

The post holder is part of a team of housekeepers who are responsible to the Housekeeping Supervisor.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Achieve and maintain high standards of cleanliness at all times, in line with NHS National Standards of Cleanliness and Infection Control policy:

Use of all cleaning equipment and materials appropriately and effectively to provide a clean and safe environment

Cleaning of all areas within the unit, both on the wards and the off-ward areas as defined in the cleaning schedules

Daily inspection of electrical cleaning equipment prior to use and the reporting of any faults as appropriate

Disposal of all waste in accordance with trust policies

Damp dusting of all fixtures and fitting/internal glass

Ensure all soft furnishings, curtains and soft flooring are cleaned and maintained as required.

Change curtains when required and rehang as necessary.

Any other duties as related to housekeeping within the unit.

Prepare and regenerate meals for patients. Maintain all food safety records in line with Food Safety Manual, Catering Policy, and all food safety legislation.

Ensure the patient area is readied for meal service, and clear related crockery/cutlery etc after meal service, ensuring these are washed appropriately.

Maintain stocks of cleaning materials on wards and in admin areas.

Report any issues/damage to the environment/furniture, etc., to the Housekeeping Supervisor/Ward Manager.

Ensure all stocks of linen are maintained and laundered in line with appropriate policies.

Comply with and carry out safe practice in accordance with Trust policies and procedures, appropriate Codes of Conduct, the Mental Health Act (1983) and other relevant national and local guidance.