Job summary
We are looking for a friendly, organised and hard-working, conscientious individual to join our nursing team on Vickers 2. The role of the housekeeper is key to the successful achievement of the infection control accreditation program, working under direct supervision of the senior nursing team. The successful candidate will demonstrate the trust PROUD values.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidates will undertake duties to assist the wider nursing team, serving meals and beverages to patients, contributing to the cleanliness of the ward and participating in general housekeeping duties.
To work as part of the clinical team to ensure a clean, safe and comfortable environment is maintained. To work closely with the Matron and Sister/Charge Nurse in supporting the nursing staff in providing a high standard of care by performing duties as per job description.
About us
Working for our organisation
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
GRaDE Care Group is comprised of 3 clinical directorates:
- Diabetes and Endocrinology
- Gastroenterology and Hepatology
- Respiratory Medicine
All three directorates operate on the Northern and Central campus' although the acute admitting base for all of the specialties is at the Northern General Hospital. The Care Group has 11 acute base wards at the Northern General Hospital and one acute and one elective base ward at the Central Campus. Outpatient services operate on both campus' and are supported by the Patient Booking Hub at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Math and English at grade 3/D or equivalent.
- Clerical / IT qualification or relevant experience.
Desirable
- Working towards NVQ level 2 or 3
- Valid Basic Food Hygiene Certificate or attainment of Basic REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate (can be completed once in post - one day course)
- Manual Handling and Fire Awareness (can be completed once in post)
Experience
Desirable
- Experience in a caring or hotel/catering environment
- Experience in Customer service
- Experience of working at a supervisory level
Special skills / aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to communication well within a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to deal with any potentially difficult or sensitive issues
- Understanding of confidentiality in the work place
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to prioritise own work load
- Multi skilled
Desirable
- Willing to undertake NVQ training
- Willing to complete job specific and essential training relevant to the housekeepers role
Other Factors
Essential
- Ability to work on own initiative following guidance from ward manager
- Good Customer Care Skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Math and English at grade 3/D or equivalent.
- Clerical / IT qualification or relevant experience.
Desirable
- Working towards NVQ level 2 or 3
- Valid Basic Food Hygiene Certificate or attainment of Basic REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate (can be completed once in post - one day course)
- Manual Handling and Fire Awareness (can be completed once in post)
Experience
Desirable
- Experience in a caring or hotel/catering environment
- Experience in Customer service
- Experience of working at a supervisory level
Special skills / aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to communication well within a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to deal with any potentially difficult or sensitive issues
- Understanding of confidentiality in the work place
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to prioritise own work load
- Multi skilled
Desirable
- Willing to undertake NVQ training
- Willing to complete job specific and essential training relevant to the housekeepers role
Other Factors
Essential
- Ability to work on own initiative following guidance from ward manager
- Good Customer Care Skills
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
