Band 2 Housekeeping Operative
The closing date is 13 July 2025
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity to recruit 6 x Band 2 Housekeeping Operatives to join our busy Housekeeping Department.
Shifts available Monday-Friday 0600-1400 / 0700-1500 / 1400-2200.
We are looking for individuals who are motivated and driven, who would enjoy working under pressure in a fast-paced Hospital environment. To provide high quality cleaning and catering services to our patients, visitors, and colleagues.
Main duties of the job
Work in a safe, courteous and confidential manner whilst following Trust Policy and associated Standard Operating Procedures relating to the task being carried out. To maintain a level of cleanliness and hygiene within your designated work area by following a planned schedule of work as well as making flexible alterations when required. Using electrical equipment safely to vacuum clean all floor surfaces. Dust control mopping of hard floors. Collect designated mop bag and damp mop all hard floors, maintaining a safe environment for others by following a safe method of work. Cleaning of furniture, fittings and equipment as outlined in the cleaning schedule. Preparation of appropriate cleaning materials and solutions including the dilution of products to the correct working level. Clean and maintaining to a high standard all sanitary areas, fixtures and fittings. Clean kitchens, appliances and fittings in compliance with Food Hygiene Regulations. Prepare and serve patient beverages, collect wash and refill water jugs and wash drinking glasses. Empty waste containers including, clinical, household, glass and bottle waste; disposing of these at appropriate collection points in line with the Trust's waste disposal procedure. Clean up body fluids including blood, vomit and faeces in public areas using appropriate PPE and decontaminating any affected surfaces as and when required.
About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Details
Date posted
11 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£24,169 to £24,169 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
304-9010050
Job locations
Heartlands Hospital
Bordesley Green E
Birmingham
West Midlands
B9 5SS
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Heartlands Hospital
Bordesley Green E
Birmingham
West Midlands
B9 5SS
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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