Job Description

This post is to support ophthalmology, Maxiofacial and Ear nose and throat clinic.
The housekeeper is an integral member of the team who will work along side the Nursing team in maintaining a high standard of cleanliness, a functional working environment and adequate stock levels for units with a high turn over of patients requiring a high volume of stock.
Main duties of the job

• To maintain a high standard of cleanliness of all clinical equipment,
• To ensure all equipment and the clean room / Mops room environment is in good working order at all times and report appropriately if not.
• Maintain clinic equipment in good working order and liaise with Ebme for repair of faulty equipment. Ensure pat testing of all equipment is up to date.
• Maintain Health and Safety in the workplace and complete risk assessments and electrical checks as required.

Ensuring adequate stock levels in high turn over units. Reporting any issues with stock.
About us
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of 337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
Details
Date posted
30 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
408-25-509
Job locations
Wirral University Teaching Hospital
Arrowe Park Hospital
Wirral
CH49 5PE
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached for further information about the Housekeeper position available at WUTH. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached for further information about the Housekeeper position available at WUTH.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Essential

• NVQ level 1 in a relevant subject or equivalent

Desirable

• Previously experience in an acute NHS hospital
• Previous experience of the Cerner Millennium information system
• Good keyboard and computer skills

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Self-motivated and enthusiastic
• Sensitive and empathic
• Polite and friendly manner

Desirable

• Ability to work as part of a multi disciplinary team

Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• General awareness of Health and Safety and COSHH regulations and processes.
• Good verbal communication skills
• Good time management and organisational skills

Desirable

• General awareness of Food Hygiene regulations and processes

Person Specification
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Essential

• NVQ level 1 in a relevant subject or equivalent

Desirable

• Previously experience in an acute NHS hospital
• Previous experience of the Cerner Millennium information system
• Good keyboard and computer skills

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Self-motivated and enthusiastic
• Sensitive and empathic
• Polite and friendly manner

Desirable

• Ability to work as part of a multi disciplinary team

Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• General awareness of Health and Safety and COSHH regulations and processes.
• Good verbal communication skills
• Good time management and organisational skills

Desirable

• General awareness of Food Hygiene regulations and processes