One Hatfield Hospital |37.5 hours per week
We are looking for a reliable, hardworking and motivated Housekeeper to join the team at One Hatfield Hospital.
As a Housekeeper, you will play an important role in maintaining a high-quality environment for our patients, visitors and colleagues. Working across inpatient and outpatient areas, you will ensure that excellent standards of cleanliness, hygiene and housekeeping are consistently achieved and maintained.
This is a hands-on role where attention to detail, a strong work ethic and a commitment to high standards are essential.
About the Role
Reporting to the Housekeeping and Porter Lead, your responsibilities will include:
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Carrying out all housekeeping duties within your designated areas of the hospital.
- Cleaning a variety of areas, including theatres, outpatients, imaging, inpatient wards, day surgery, offices and staff areas.
- Ensuring cleaning tasks are completed to the required housekeeping standards.
- Following COSHH guidelines when handling and using cleaning products.
- Wearing the appropriate PPE and following infection prevention and health and safety requirements at all times.
- Completing all relevant documentation accurately for tasks undertaken during your shift.
- Monitoring stock levels and informing the team lead when supplies are running low.
- Supporting appropriate waste management throughout the hospital in line with national standards.
- Working collaboratively with colleagues while also being able to work independently when required.
- Contributing to a clean, safe and positive environment for patients, visitors and staff.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and is committed to delivering consistently high standards.
You will ideally have:
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GCSEs in Maths and English or equivalent qualification.
- Previous housekeeping experience, with knowledge of COSHH regulations.
- The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication skills.
- A flexible approach and the ability to respond positively to the changing needs of the department.
- An enthusiastic, passionate and collaborative approach to your work.
- A patient-focused attitude and commitment to continuous service improvement.
Previous housekeeping experience within a hospital environment would be desirable.
What You'll Bring
Above all, you'll understand the importance of maintaining a clean and safe healthcare environment and the impact this has on the patient experience.
We're looking for someone who is dependable, approachable and takes pride in getting the details right. You'll need to be comfortable working as part of a busy team, supporting colleagues and adapting to the needs of the hospital.
You will also be expected to maintain confidentiality, follow Phoenix Hospital Group policies and procedures, and contribute to a culture where patient safety, quality and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.
Our Recruitment Process:
At Phoenix Hospital Group we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
Phoenix Hospital Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references. They will also be subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
Phoenix Hospital Group have not engaged with recruitment agencies for this position. Only applications submitted directly will be considered.
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