# Housekeeper > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/housekeeper/df065fa2-f21e-49a0-a194-d4f33e0a623d - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/housekeeper/df065fa2-f21e-49a0-a194-d4f33e0a623d.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Housekeeper - **Grade:** Band 2 - **Salary:** £25,272 per annum, pro rata - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Part time, Flexible working, 30 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-10-30T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-10-20T23:00:46.642Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Norfolk/Norwich/Norfolk_Norwich_University_Hospitals_NHS_Foundation_Trust/DPU_SDAU/DPU_SDAU-v8360206 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8360206?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview We are looking for two enthusiastic and motivated Housekeepers to join our friendly Day Procedure Unit (DPU) and Same Day Admission Unit (SDAU) teams at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital. Our departments care for patients having planned surgery across a wide range of specialties. We are a busy, supportive team where every role is valued, and every person contributes to delivering a positive experience for our patients. We are looking for individuals who take pride in their work, enjoy working with people, and are committed to creating a clean, welcoming and safe environment. A positive attitude, good organisational skills and the ability to work well as part of a team are essential. What makes our team special is our strong teamwork culture. We work closely together, helping one another to provide excellent care and ensuring patients feel respected, informed and cared for throughout their journey. We are proud of our welcoming atmosphere and value every team member. Our work is guided by the Trust's PRIDE values: People Focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence. These values shape how we support our patients and colleagues every day. If you are looking for a role where you can make a real difference, develop your skills and be part of a friendly team, we would love to hear from you. ### Main duties of the job The Housekeeper plays an important role in supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the department. Working as part of the multidisciplinary team, you will help maintain a clean, safe, organised and welcoming environment for patients, visitors and staff. You will be required to support high standards of infection prevention and control by ensuring patient areas, clinical and non-clinical areas are maintained to a high standard. You will be responsible for monitoring and replenishing stock, ensuring equipment and supplies are available, supporting food and drink provision for patients, and reporting any environmental or maintenance concerns appropriately. This is a patient-facing role: good communication skills, a friendly and professional manner, and a commitment to providing an excellent patient experience are essential. You will work closely with nursing, administrative and clinical teams, contributing to a positive and efficient care environment. DPU and SDAU are committed to supporting learning and development, encouraging all staff to develop their skills and knowledge. You will be expected to work collaboratively with all colleagues and contribute positively to the team culture. Please read the full job description for further information. Our opening hours are Monday to Sunday between 07:00 and 22:00, and the shifts are 07:00 to 15:00 and 12:00 to 20:00. We currently do not work Bank Holidays or night shifts. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post. Please note due to high volume of applications for some posts, this post may close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible Please note that this advertised position, which is part of occupation code 6231 does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa. The Trust would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role ### Applicant requirements This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. ## Person Specification ### Skills **Essential** - Communication/Telephone skills - Awareness/importance of Health and Safety and Confidentiality - Ability to prioritise - Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team ### Attitude **Essential** - Able to work within a changing environment - Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH’s PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence - Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion ### Experience **Desirable** - Personal experience in health care setting - Experience of working with people ### Qualifications **Essential** - General education to GCSE Level - Basic literacy and numeracy skills - Food Hygiene Certificate or willing to undertake relevant short course - Willing to undertake further training as necessary ## Documents - [useful links (pdf, 184.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2809) - [staff benefits (pdf, 674.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=901) - [job description (pdf, 120.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10686869) - [nnuh fraud prevention notice (pdf, 104.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=3081) - [our nnuh lgbt+ staff network (pdf, 675.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2367) - [our nnuh women's staff network (pdf, 103.1kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2473) - [our nnuh together staff network (pdf, 370.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2166) - [our nnuh disability and long term conditions staff network (pdf, 607.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2424) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.