Job summary#hellomyname is Chris Giles and I am the Assistant Housekeeping Manager at the West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust.Our Housekeepers are responsible for contributing to the provision of a clean, safe and comfortable environment for our patients, staff and visitors and we are looking to expand our team.We are looking for day & evening staff to work the following shift times:-Contracted Shift 1: 7am till 3pmContracted shift 2: 4pm till 9pmWhilst it would be helpful if you had experience of cleaning within a domestic or commercial environment, full induction and ongoing training will be provided. There is also the opportunity of further training and development.So, if you are a reliable, hardworking individual, have a great eye for detail together with a good level of written and spoken English, then why not come and join our Housekeeping team.PLEASE NOTEThis post involves frequent manual handling duties (including lifting, pushing, bending, twisting etc) therefore it is very important that you read the job description for this post before you apply.Please do give me a call if you would like more information that is not included in the Job Description or arrange a visit to see what our Housekeepers do on 01284 712981Main duties of the jobGeneral tasksClean/dry mop floors, spot clean floors and remove spillages.High and low dustingDamp dusting furniture, fixtures, fittings and ledges.High frequency touchpoint cleansSpot clean internal glass as necessary.Clean TelephonesClean wash hand basins, sinks, showers, WC's and fittings. Replenish suppliesClean and refill soap dispensers and paper towel holders.Collect and dispose of rubbish, clean binsAssist with the serving of patient meals and making of patient drinks.Routine curtain changesClean domestic equipment and storage areasGeneral tasks with further trainingUse polishing/scrubbing machines for maintenance of hard floorsUse extraction machine for carpet/upholstery cleaningUse steam cleaners as requiredUse ride on cleaning equipment; sweeper, scrubber dryer, burnisherAbout us#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our communityWe are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team.With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see the job description and person specification attached for further information on the role.Person SpecificationEducation & QualificationEssentialEducated to Level 1 or equivalent experience.Experience & KnowledgeEssentialUnderstanding of National Standard of CleanlinessAwareness of NHS Colour Coding procedureGood knowledge of cleaning methods and proceduresCOSHH and Health and Safety legislation knowledge.DesirableAwareness of PLACE InspectionsPrevious NHS cleaning experienceSkills & AbilitiesEssentialGood interpersonal and communication skills (written & verbal).Excellent attention to detailGood Customer Care skillsAbility to work within tight deadlinesDisplays an understanding of the importance of confidentiality.Able to use cleaning tools and assemble/dismantle cleaning equipmentAble to bend, stretch and lift items and push/move equipment and furniture ensuring correct manual handling techniques are followed.DesirableBasic understanding of using a computer and programs such as Word, Excel & OutlookPersonal QualitiesEssentialAble to work on own initiative and as part of a teamAble to work without supervisionAble to work in a demanding environment.Self-motivated, punctual, reliable, and trustworthyAdaptable to changeAble to work in a hospital ward environment.Presentable, polite with a friendly manner.Flexible approach to working hours/ dutiesDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer detailsEmployer nameWest Suffolk NHS Foundation TrustAddressWest Suffolk HospitalHardwick LaneBury St EdmundsIP33 2QZEmployer's websitehttps://www.wsh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)