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Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Housekeeper

The closing date is 23 June 2025

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Job summary

Housekeeper

Department: Ward 15

Band 2

Hours: 15/Week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

We have an exciting opportunity for band 2 housekeeper to join our busy, friendly teams on wards 15. We provide high quality care to respiratory patients with a wide variety of needs.

No previous experience is needed as training and education will be provided. MKUH is committed to ensuring all staff feel valued within the organisation and there are lots of staff initiatives already available to staff including free parking.

If you would like any further information or an informal visit, please contact Ward manager Pabitra Limbu on 01908996409 or contact ward 15 on 01908996411

Week commencing 30th June 2025.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible for the co-ordination of patient facility services within the ward area, ensuring a clean, safe and comfortable environment.

The main elements of the post are to ensure the delivery of cleaning, catering and ancillary services for patients, to monitor the quality standards, reporting deficiencies and appropriate actions to the Senior Nurse.

The post-holder will work as part of the team carrying out tasks as specified by the Nurse in Charge.

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MKUH staff scored highest for 'I look forward to coming to work' (NHS Staff Survey 2023)

  • Free on-site parking
  • Free refreshments
  • Great flexible workingopportunities
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Lease car scheme
  • Generous annual leave and pension scheme
  • On site nursery (chargeable)
  • Extensive staff health and well-being programme

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.

Details

Date posted

10 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,169 a year Per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

430-MED25-105A

Job locations

Ward 15 (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Cleaning

To assist in the monitoring and maintaining of cleaning standards on the ward including the maintenance of the cleaning logs.

To ensure equipment such as drip stands, commodes and trolleys are cleaned as per policy.

To ensure the ward is safe and tidy by removing clutter and keeping noticeboards tidy.

Catering

To participate in the mealtime process, assisting patients where required.

To prepare drinks and hot snacks i.e. toast for patients as requested taking into account individual patients requirements.

To complete food intake and fluid balance charts as requested.

Maintaining the environment

To monitor service delivery of cleaning and catering within the ward environment, reporting deficiencies and agreeing actions with the Nurse in Charge.

To ensure any defects are recorded, reported and closed when resolved, liaising with the Estates help desk as appropriate.

Working practices and relationships

To receive, welcome and assist visitors to the area, liaising with other staff as appropriate.

To transport equipment, consumables and written instructions as requested.

To escort patients as directed with the approval of the nursing charge.

To respond to requests for general information.

Support of people

To ensure patients have adequate supplies to meet their basic needs.

To ensure the ward have sufficient stores to meet patient and staff needs.

To communicate effectively with patients staff and visitors.

Please refer to the job description for further details.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Cleaning

To assist in the monitoring and maintaining of cleaning standards on the ward including the maintenance of the cleaning logs.

To ensure equipment such as drip stands, commodes and trolleys are cleaned as per policy.

To ensure the ward is safe and tidy by removing clutter and keeping noticeboards tidy.

Catering

To participate in the mealtime process, assisting patients where required.

To prepare drinks and hot snacks i.e. toast for patients as requested taking into account individual patients requirements.

To complete food intake and fluid balance charts as requested.

Maintaining the environment

To monitor service delivery of cleaning and catering within the ward environment, reporting deficiencies and agreeing actions with the Nurse in Charge.

To ensure any defects are recorded, reported and closed when resolved, liaising with the Estates help desk as appropriate.

Working practices and relationships

To receive, welcome and assist visitors to the area, liaising with other staff as appropriate.

To transport equipment, consumables and written instructions as requested.

To escort patients as directed with the approval of the nursing charge.

To respond to requests for general information.

Support of people

To ensure patients have adequate supplies to meet their basic needs.

To ensure the ward have sufficient stores to meet patient and staff needs.

To communicate effectively with patients staff and visitors.

Please refer to the job description for further details.

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

  • GCSE level Maths & English or equivalent knowledge
  • Undertake on-the-job-training
  • Basic Food Hygiene

Desirable

  • Awareness of infection control issues.
  • Understanding of Health and Safety in the workplace.

Experience

Essential

  • Experience within the NHS

Desirable

  • Willingness to learn
  • Confidentiality
  • Cleaning/Housekeeping Duties

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to support team
  • Ability to follow instructions
  • Good Customer Care skills
  • Good time management
  • Basic IT skills

Personal and people development

Essential

  • Evidence of using initiative
  • Flexible attitude & approach
  • Smart Appearance
  • Enthusiasm & motivation

Communication

Essential

  • Good Customer Care Skills
  • Calm, approachable manner
  • Ability to receive and give correct messages
  • Liaising with purchasing and representatives of medical companies.
  • Able to show empathy and respect for families and patients.

Specific requirements

Essential

  • Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

  • GCSE level Maths & English or equivalent knowledge
  • Undertake on-the-job-training
  • Basic Food Hygiene

Desirable

  • Awareness of infection control issues.
  • Understanding of Health and Safety in the workplace.

Experience

Essential

  • Experience within the NHS

Desirable

  • Willingness to learn
  • Confidentiality
  • Cleaning/Housekeeping Duties

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to support team
  • Ability to follow instructions
  • Good Customer Care skills
  • Good time management
  • Basic IT skills

Personal and people development

Essential

  • Evidence of using initiative
  • Flexible attitude & approach
  • Smart Appearance
  • Enthusiasm & motivation

Communication

Essential

  • Good Customer Care Skills
  • Calm, approachable manner
  • Ability to receive and give correct messages
  • Liaising with purchasing and representatives of medical companies.
  • Able to show empathy and respect for families and patients.

Specific requirements

Essential

  • Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations

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

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ward 15 (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD


Employer's website

https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ward 15 (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD


Employer's website

https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Ward Manager

Pabitra Limbu

pabitra.limbu@mkuh.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

10 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,169 a year Per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

430-MED25-105A

Job locations

Ward 15 (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD


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