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Housekeeper (BANK)

St Josephs

Housekeeper (BANK)

£25771

St Josephs, Baneswell, Casnewydd - Newport

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 13 May | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 2205e38331804109976e302e7995f9e7

Full Job Description

  • Liaise with the Housekeeping Supervisor on the areas allocated for cleaning, the replenishment and use of approved cleaning chemicals and consumables and any additional tasks for the day.

  • Liaise with Clinical Staff regarding the priorities for the daily cleaning requirements, for the coordination of any deep cleans when required and to receive advice on areas that may have restricted access or require specific precautions during the cleaning process.

  • Collaborate and coordinate with colleagues to allow cleaning to be undertaken productively and efficiently, ensuring that all aspects of a room are signed off upon completion of the cleaning schedule.

  • Having received priorities for daily cleaning, organise your own work accordingly, working from cleanest areas to dirtiest, and highest areas to lowest. Assist in the economic use of resources and advise on the maintenance of reasonable stock levels and participating in the reordering process when directed.

  • Maintain safe infection prevention practices following correct infection barrier controls as directed, practice excellent hand hygiene at all times and use colour-coded equipment.

  • Movement of equipment or stores from one area to another if/when required.

  • Assist in the implementation and adherence of changes to cleaning procedures, and be able to comment on them.

  • Offer guidance and support to others with less experience within the team through good communication and demonstration of a sound professional knowledge of practice.

  • Participate in cleaning audits for your relevant department and contribute to rectify any issues identified in the department.

  • Re-stock patient gift sets in accordance with Hospital policy.

  • Capture cleanliness feedback from patients and visitors.

  • Demonstrate exemplary customer service and professionalism at all times.

    Maths and English GCSE

    • To have significant experience in clearing techniques and methods
    Evidence of ability to perform independently or as part of a team whilst demonstrating the values and behaviours expected of the organisation.
    Proven ability to manage own workload and prioritise when there are competing priorities
    Able to demonstrate the essential values and commitment required to delivering a high-quality service.
    Ability to always maintain a friendly and positive body language and personal demeanour
    Knowledge of COSHH
    Committed to personal and professional development
    Able to work hours flexibly
    Process a hard-working nature with an attention to detail and a proactive approach to undertaking your duties
    Proven ability to communicate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders including; patients, staff-members, visitors, suppliers & environmental health
    Evidence of good literacy skills and the ability to understand instructions, guidance, policies and procedures.
    Knowledge of preparing and using cleaning chemicals
    Knowledge of NHS colour coding for cleaning equipment

    Desirable

    Level 1 award in food safety or equivalent
    To have experience of cleaning in a healthcare environment
    Knowledge of using machinery (corded/cordless),
  • Cleaning: 1 year (preferred)


    • Language:
  • English (preferred)


    • Licence/Certification:
  • Driving Licence (preferred)

    We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date, if a large number of suitable applications are received. We encourage early applications to ensure consideration.


    • 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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.

    Job Type: Zero hours contract

    Pay: £12.39 per hour

    Benefits:
  • Canteen

  • Company pension

  • Discounted or free food

  • Employee discount

  • Free flu jabs

  • Free parking

  • On-site parking

  • Private medical insurance