The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Housekeeper - Acute Orthopaedic Trauma Unit (AOTU)

The closing date is 13 August 2025

Job summary

Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you have awesome organisational skills? Is creating calm out of chaos your passion? Then #teamortho needs you!!

We are friendly motivated team looking for our forever partner in the shape of a housekeeper. We value honest, fun and new ways of working that ensures patient safety and keeps the team engaged. Sounds interesting? then come and give us a try.

Main duties of the job

To assist in the smooth running of the department by promoting a clean and healthy environment.

To be responsible for ensuring adequate stocks of consumables are maintained to meet service requirements and that all equipment within the department is clean and in good working order.

To assist in the transfer of patients and equipment.

About us

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!

Details

Date posted

05 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year per annum/pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-HTO-562

Job locations

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Basic mathematical, numerical and literacy

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience in service industry

Desirable

  • Experience in NHS work

Skills and knowledge

Essential

  • Computer skills

Desirable

  • To have a basic knowledge of a hospital environment and infection control
  • Knowledge of Oracle ordering system
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Basic mathematical, numerical and literacy

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience in service industry

Desirable

  • Experience in NHS work

Skills and knowledge

Essential

  • Computer skills

Desirable

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

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.

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Ward Manager

Helen Williams

helen.williams78@nhs.net

01743261228

Details

Date posted

05 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year per annum/pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-HTO-562

Job locations

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Supporting documents

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