Job Description

Job Title:

Housekeeper

Trust:

Mid Yorkshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Location:

Pinderfields Hospital, Aberford Road, Wakefield, WF1 4DG

Band/Pay Rate:

Band 2, 12.21 - 22.37/hr (shift dependant)

Contract:

NHS Professionals Bank

Summary

We are seeking Housekeepers to join our team at NHS Professionals. In this role, you will play a vital part in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards within healthcare facilities, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for patients and staff alike.

About the Trust

Mid Yorkshire is a local Trust providing compassionate, expert care for over half a million people every year, in their homes, in the community and across our three hospital sites at Pontefract, Dewsbury and Pinderfields.

We believe everyone matters. We recognise everyone has unique experiences, and we strive to give care that meets each person's needs. Our staff are as diverse as the communities we serve. And we believe we are stronger when we celebrate, value and support our differences.

We believe if our staff are happy, our patients experience will be positive. We're listening, learning and improving because we aim to make Mid Yorkshire the best place to work and the best place for care. We support each other through the good and challenging times. And we're proud to make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families.

Responsibilities

Perform thorough cleaning of patient rooms, common areas, and facilities to maintain high hygiene standards. Ensure all cleaning supplies are stocked and properly maintained. Follow health and safety regulations while performing cleaning duties. Assist in the preparation of rooms for new patients as needed. Provide excellent customer service to patients and staff during interactions.

Requirements

Previous experience in commercial cleaning or housekeeping preferred. Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining cleanliness standards. Excellent customer service skills to interact positively with patients and staff. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to cleaning is an advantage. Level 2 Food Safety certificate (mandatory)

Who are NHS Professionals?

NHS Professionals (NHSP), owned by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), works in partnership with hospital trusts to provide a bank of highly skilled temporary workers who want to work flexibly within the NHS.

Working through the NHSP bank means Trusts don't have to rely on expensive agencies. Right now, we have over 126,000 members registered on our bank from various roles, grades and specialities, saving the NHS over 70 million each year. This money is then reinvested back into the NHS. Register today for various flexible working options and long-term placement opportunities.

In return for your hard work commitment NHS Professionals (NHSP) can offer you some fantastic benefits: -

Competitive Pay Rates - work this week, get paid next week!

First choice of placements at over 50 NHS Trusts in England

Dedicated consultants

Flexible working options

Free DBS and free training

Build holiday allowance.

Support when you need it - 24/7 365 days

Stakeholder pension scheme

Disclaimer

Please note, you will be contacted by email throughout the recruitment process, so please check your emails, including your junk/spam regularly. We regret we cannot contact everyone who is not selected for an interview, therefore if you do not hear from us within 21 days after submitting your application, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: 12.21-22.37 per hour

Application question(s):

Are you happy that the role you're applying for is a temporary position? Which shift pattern are you interested in?
Licence/Certification:

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 83082/3/4/5