Housekeeper - Ward 62

Are you looking for a new challenge? We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Housekeeper to join our team on Ward 62 for 9 months . This is an exciting and key role in which you will work closely with the nursing and domestic staff to ensure a safe, clean and organised unit. You will provide close support to the nursing team by maintaining high standards of infection control. Confident, competent, self-motivated and enthusiastic are all attributes required for these positions as well as the ability to work as part of the team. You must be able to communicate effectively with patients, clinicians and other healthcare professionals and demonstrate very high standards. In return, we will provide you with a full induction and support you with a personal development plan and ongoing training when required. You will also benefit from being an employee for a large Trust and so be made aware of up and coming projects and opportunities that there may be. You will take responsibility for ensuring that all medical equipment is clean and well maintained and liaise with the domestic supervisors and staff to ensure cleaning is of a high standard. You will play an essential role during work hours, ensuring the ward is patient friendly, waiting areas are well maintained for public use. You will support the nursing team to ensuring patients and visitors are supported to access the ward timely, responding to phone calls and queries. You will take responsibility for ensuring the department has adequate equipment and stock. In addition, you will be responsible for assisting the team in continuous quality improvement work by undertaking audits on the Department. The role also entails keeping ward information boards up to date, and friends & family feedback is maintained. You might already have some experience in a similar role and good communication skills are a must. You must be able to empathise with and consider patients as you go about your duties, you will have an organised and positive approach to ensure the takes at hand are carried out in a timely, effective manner. You need to be dynamic in your approach, and willing to learn and be able to work well within the team and independently. Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe. With 10 hospitals and a wide range of community services, we care for over 1 million people every year, and our team of over 30,000 people is at the heart of everything we do. You'll be working alongside colleagues from all backgrounds, supporting people from every walk of life, and learning something new every day. We believe that everyone should feel welcome, respected, and valued at work. You can bring your whole self to MFT, knowing that your unique perspective and experiences are celebrated here. You'll find that we're committed to helping you grow - whether you want to develop new skills, progress in your career, or simply make a difference in your community. We offer equal opportunities for everyone, and we'll support you with training, development, and a caring environment where your health, wellbeing, and safety matter. Most importantly, you'll be part of a team where working together and supporting each other is everything. You'll make new friends, build strong relationships, and have a real voice in shaping the future of our Trust. Please note that this is not a role that MFT will offer sponsorship for, so you will need to ensure you have your own ongoing right to work in the UK. At MFT we're All Here For You - every step of the way. Join us today. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Shahla Azam Malik Job title: Ward Manager Email address: Shahla.Azam-Malik@mft.nhs.uk Telephone number: 0161 701 3327