The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Housekeeper

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Job summary

Permanent

15 Hours per week

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our friendly team on Ward A2.

You will be required to work the hours 4pm 7pm weekdays.

Ward A2 is a 24 bedded unit caring for patients with complex medical needs.

You must have a desire for working with the older person, and the ability to work as part of a multi disciplinary team.

Main duties of the job

An evening Housekeeper is an integral part of our ward team.

Supporting the hostess to serve meals, ensuring patients receive the correct diet and assisting patients to take diet and fluids when needed.

This role also encompasses the cleaning of equipment, keeping the ward environment tidy and running errands.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham.

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall.

But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making.

All of our 5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence.

Date posted

13 June 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,830.66 a year Pro rata, Per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-24-05-095

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

Problem solving skills.
Good communication skills both written and verbal.
Demonstrate an awareness of healthcare policies and procedures.
Ability to use initiative appropriately.

Qualifications

Essential

IT skills, basic word, Email, keyboard skills, data collection.
Ability and willingness to undertake appropriate training.

Desirable

Numeracy and Literacy Level 2 or equivalent.
Evidence of full time education achievements.

Communication and relationships

Essential

Demonstrate effective written and Verbal communication skills.
Produce timely, accurate written/electronic records and documents.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

Problem solving skills.
Good communication skills both written and verbal.
Demonstrate an awareness of healthcare policies and procedures.
Ability to use initiative appropriately.

Qualifications

Essential

IT skills, basic word, Email, keyboard skills, data collection.
Ability and willingness to undertake appropriate training.

Desirable

Numeracy and Literacy Level 2 or equivalent.
Evidence of full time education achievements.

Communication and relationships

Essential

Demonstrate effective written and Verbal communication skills.
Produce timely, accurate written/electronic records and documents.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.