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Housekeeper
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 2
Contract
Permanent
Hours
  • Full time
  • Part time
37.5 hours per week
Job ref
223-HSK-710
Employer
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital
Town
Shrewsbury
Salary
£24,465 per annum pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
02/10/2025 23:59

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The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust logo

Ward 25 Housekeeper

NHS AfC: Band 2

Job overview

An opportunity has arisen to recruit a Housekeeper to work on Ward 25 within the Medicine Division. 
We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable, hard-working, housekeeper who will work as an integral part of the team ensuring a clean, safe and comfortable environment at all times.
You will need excellent interpersonal skills, as you will be liaising with and helping patients throughout the working day.  You will also be required to communicate with all levels of staff both face to face and over the telephone.
The post holder will be required to maintain stock levels and participate in the ordering of stock.  You will also be required to maintain a high level of cleanliness within the ward.
Applicants with previous experience in a health care setting are desirable, however you will need to demonstrate commitment to developing yourself to support the nursing team in caring for patients and ensuring the patient experience is positive.       

Main duties of the job

Applicants must have excellent communication and organisational skills and be able to work under non-direct supervision, prioritising your own workload.  We need someone with a flexible approach who will be able to respond appropriately to the demands of an ever changing workload.
You will need excellent interpersonal skills, as you will be liaising with and helping patients throughout the working day.  You will also be required to communicate with all levels of staff both face to face and over the telephone.
The post holder will be required to maintain stock levels and participate in the ordering of stock.  You will also be required to maintain a high level of cleanliness within the ward.
Recent experience in cleaning duties and use of chemicals and equipment is essential along with an awareness of health and safety, as you will be working in a demanding environment. You are also required to be IT literate.  Previous experience with stock control is desirable.

Working for our organisation

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.

We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

Ward 25 is undergoing structural change and moving to Medicine Division. There will be 20 general medical beds and 18 escalation beds. 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person specification

General educational qualifications

Essential criteria
  • GCSE's (Grade 9 - 4 or equivalent) including literacy, mathematical and numeracy skills

Work experience

Essential criteria
  • Previous experience in service industry.
Desirable criteria
  • Experience in NHS work

Knowledge

Desirable criteria
  • To have a basic knowledge of a hospital environment and infection control
  • Knowledge of Oracle ordering system
  • Computer skills

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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.

Application numbers

In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this post will be closed. Early applications are advised.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Michelle Bowen
Job title
Matron
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01743 261000
Additional information

Extension 2358 

If you have problems applying, contact

Address
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Shrewsbury Business Park
1 Douglas Court
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6LG
Telephone
01743 492402
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