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North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare
    Facilities Management
  • Stoke-on-Trent

AI generated summary

  • You should be enthusiastic, caring, and compassionate, with a desire to work in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment. Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential.
  • You will ensure a clean, safe ward environment, conduct daily quality checks, address deficiencies, and oversee cleaning, catering, and minor maintenance to enhance patient experience.

Requirements

  • Do you want to be part of an innovative and collaborative Team?
  • We are looking for applicants for a Ward Housekeeper post.
  • This is a great opportunity to develop your skills and drive some exciting developments within a complex and fast-paced environment.
  • You will be supported by the Team to ensure we continue to maintain high quality, patient focused services.
  • The post holder will work as an integral part of the ward team.
  • S/he will be responsible for monitoring of all non-clinical patient facilities service in the ward area and ensuring a clean, safe and comfortable environment to improve the patient’s experience.
  • The main elements of this role are conducting daily checks of the ward environment to monitor quality standards, to report deficiencies and take appropriate action.
  • Ensure the delivery of cleaning, catering and minor maintenance services together with other specified tasks to meet individual patient’s needs.
  • Our vision is ‘To be Outstanding in all we do and how we do it.’
  • Our team prides themselves on compassion, teamwork and resilience.
  • The Team will offer a full induction package.
  • Our Trust is on an incredible journey of innovation and we’d like you to be part of it.
  • To excel you will be an enthusiastic, caring and compassionate person who is looking to work within a Trust that is ambitious to perform well and has been told by the Care Quality Commission that it is the fastest improving Mental Health Trust in the Country.
  • In return we offer;
  • A competitive progressive salary
  • We cover the cost of your DBS Check (£44)
  • Competitive staff benefits such as weekly offers and discounts
  • Individual Personal Development Plan and Career Progression
  • Excellent pension scheme available
  • 27- 33 days annual leave, plus statutory bank holidays (pro rata)
  • Free parking
  • Excellent access to staff Wellbeing initiatives, including a workplace choir, (Combined Voices), a running club (Combined run Club) and much much more.
  • For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Becky Jones Job title: Ward Manager Email address: becky.jones2@combined.nhs.uk

Responsibilities

  • The post holder will work as an integral part of the ward team.
  • S/he will be responsible for monitoring of all non-clinical patient facilities service in the ward area and ensuring a clean, safe and comfortable environment to improve the patient’s experience.
  • The main elements of this role are conducting daily checks of the ward environment to monitor quality standards, to report deficiencies and take appropriate action.
  • Ensure the delivery of cleaning, catering and minor maintenance services together with other specified tasks to meet individual patient’s needs.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Ward Housekeeper?

The main responsibilities include conducting daily checks of the ward environment to monitor quality standards, reporting deficiencies, ensuring the delivery of cleaning, catering, and minor maintenance services, and creating a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for patients.

What qualities are you looking for in a candidate?

We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring, and compassionate person who is eager to work within a Trust that values innovation and high performance.

What benefits are offered with this position?

Benefits include a competitive progressive salary, coverage of the DBS Check cost, competitive staff discounts, a Personal Development Plan and career progression opportunities, an excellent pension scheme, 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, free parking, and access to staff Wellbeing initiatives.

Is training provided for new employees?

Yes, a full induction package will be provided to ensure new employees are well-prepared and supported.

Who can I contact for more information about this role?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Becky Jones, the Ward Manager, at becky.jones2@combined.nhs.uk.

What is the work environment like in Ward 4 at Harplands Hospital?

The work environment is collaborative and fast-paced, focusing on maintaining high-quality, patient-focused services within a supportive team.

How many vacation days do employees receive?

Employees receive between 27 to 33 days of annual leave, plus statutory bank holidays, on a pro-rata basis.

Does the Trust have any recognitions?

Yes, the Trust was awarded Trust of the Year 2022-2023 and is recognized as the fastest-improving Mental Health Trust in the country by the Care Quality Commission.

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North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1994
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust provides mental health, learning disability, and drug and alcohol services in North Staffordshire. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care that enhances the well-being and recovery of their patients. Their purpose is to support mental health and well-being through integrated, patient-centered services and to promote recovery and improve quality of life for those they serve.