11 Oct
Oxford Health NHS Trust
Witney
Job description
Job summary
We require a friendly and enthusiastic individual to join a highly motivated, dedicated team of housekeepers at Witney Community Hospital
This role adds to the patients experience by providing a high-quality cleaning and catering service. The aim will be to ensure a clean safe environment and catering provision for clients, of which in-house training will be provided.
If you have a proven track record of being able to deliver a high-quality cleaning service, this could be the role for you, and we want to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for cleaning and maintaining the patient rooms, public areas, back of house areas such as linen room and laundry areas,
according to Trust policy and procedures at a level that meets or exceeds National Cleanliness standards.
The successful candidate needs to be a team player who will be flexible and reliable, with good interpersonal and communication skills.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive : "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are : "Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include :
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave,
plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post involves shift working including lates, earlies, weekends, and bank holidays over a rolling rota, whereby weekend and banks holidays are paid at an enhanced rate.
You may be asked to work extra so flexibility is required.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
Some knowledge of cleaning chemicals.
Qualifications
Essential
Basic cleaning skills.
Desirable
To demonstrate an interest in learning / further training.
aptitude and skills
Essential
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to communicate sensitively with people who have mental health concerns.
- An understanding of the principles of delivering quality customer service.
- Flexible.
▶️ Housekeeper - Witney Community Hospital, Oxford
🖊️ Oxford Health NHS Trust
📍 Witney