Ward Housekeeper

Job summary

Excellent Maternity Services can make such a difference to what is one of the most life changing experiences. We know that our Maternity Department would not be the success it is today without the great team that work for us. Because of this success we are growing and we are pleased to offer a Band 2 - Maternity Housekeeper.

The purpose of the role of the ward housekeeper is to play an integral role in developing environmental standards of care for patients. They will support the Delivery Suite and Birth centre team in the management of the environment and focus on reaching standards that are important aspects of care delivery, such as cleanliness, catering services and maintenance of a safe and comfortable environment.

The post holder will have a working knowledge of procurement and will work closely with Midwifery team leaders to ensure optimum stock levels are in place and resourcing alternatives products if needed.

The post holder will assist the team to ensure the appropriate and effective delivery of the facilities service, in order to properly maintain the patient environment and services to the patients

This role is full time and requires on site working Monday to Friday.

Main duties of the job

• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-stocked ward environment, ensuring adequate linen, clinical supplies, and equipment availability at all times .
• Receive, check, and manage deliveries; liaise with procurement and suppliers to maintain stock levels.
• Support environmental standards through cleaning audits, room checks, fridge maintenance, and oversight of equipment repairs.
• Assist with meal coordination, menu completion, and provision of refreshments to support patients' nutritional needs.
• Welcome patients, prepare and clear bed spaces, and uphold privacy and dignity at all times.
• Undertake basic administrative duties including scanning, filing, and document management.
• Support infection prevention, safe storage of patient property, equipment checks, and urgent specimen transport.
• Work flexibly within a busy clinical environment, responding to changing priorities while maintaining high standards of care and safety.
• Participate in required training and ongoing professional development.

About us

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

Employer details

Employer name

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Delivery Suite - Homerton Hospital

Homerton Row

London

E9 6SR

Employer's website

https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Delivery Suite - Homerton Hospital

Homerton Row

London

E9 6SR

Employer's website

https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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