Job Description

We are looking to recruit a new member to the emergency Department at University Dorset Hospitals Foundation Trust within the Poole Hospital Site, to assist in all aspects of a Housekeeper role part time.



The successful applicant should be able to manage own workload and work with minimal supervision. Self-motivated individuals who can integrate quickly with a highly successful team are key factors of the post. Excellent team skills and flexibility are essential combined with strong interpersonal skills.



Please note if you previously applied and were not successful we will not be able to reconsider your application within 3 months.



Please note we can not offer Sponsorship for this position.

Base Location:

Poole

Interview Date:

6th January 2026



Welcome patients, relatives and visitors to the wards, liaising with other staff as appropriate



Treat everyone with dignity and respect and in keeping with the UHD values



Maintain a courteous and helpful manner at all times



To explain the hospital/unit facilities that are available



To escort patients to the relevant departments as requested by the senior nurse



To ensure hydration and meal delivery within the Emergency Department



To transport equipment, consumables and written information as required



To respond to general requests for information



To receive and pass on information to others, maintaining confidentiality



To assist patients where appropriate with general errands and support e.g. reading cars, posting letters.



Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues. UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.



Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and conditions.



Please see attached job description and personal specification for further information on this position.