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Job summary

Main area
Mental health
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 2
Contract
Permanent: Monday - Friday 9am-5pm.
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
311-F835-25
Employer
Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Hurst Place
Town
Tameside hospital
Salary
£24,465 Per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
16/09/2025 23:59
Interview date
23/09/2025

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Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust logo

Housekeeper

NHS AfC: Band 2

 

If you are Kind, Fair, Ingenious and Determined then we want you to come and join our #PennineCarePeople

https://www.penninecare.nhs.uk/values

 

Job overview

Hurst Place is a 15 bedded male mental health rehabilitation unit.  We have an exciting opportunity within the team for the position of housekeeper.

Main duties of the job

       To maintain high standards of general cleanliness and tidiness of the ward including assisting patients with room care. 

       Working within  the Trust Infection Control policy.

       The completion of the weekly infection control audits/cleaning schedule and report to the shift coordinator any issues.  

       To ensure that all food stock levels are maintained and sufficient to meet ward demands.  

       Checking the expiry date of food and drinks in all kitchen fridges and also stock rotation, this will include recording kitchen fridge temperatures.

       Ensure the dietary needs of patients are addressed following nursing direction and to liaise with the Catering Department about dietary supplies, supplements and special needs whilst ensuring meal provision is maintained to the highest standard.  This includes collection of menu cards and the laying of tables at meal times.

 

Working for our organisation

We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.

Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We’re really proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure we’re a great place to work.

All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.

If you come and work for us we will offer a range of benefits and opportunities, including:

  • Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff.
  • Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance
  • Access to Continued Professional Development
  • Involvement in improvement and research activities
  • Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service
  • Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

       To maintain high standards of general cleanliness and tidiness of all wards / clerical environments and replacement of fabric and furniture as required, liaising with the domestic staff and organising spot cleaning and terminal cleaning as necessary

       Liaising with clinical staff regarding admissions, discharges to ensure terminal cleans are completed and areas are ready for new admissions.

       Working within the role of the Infection Control Champion, as directed by the Trust infection Control.

       The completion of the weekly infection control audits/cleaning schedule and report to the shift coordinator any issues.  Ensure all hospital bays meet requirements of the Infection Control Policy and cleaning standards.

       To ensure that all stock levels are maintained and sufficient to meet hospital demands.  To contribute to cost effective control of medical, surgical and food items. This will include laundry stock.

       Checking the expiry date of food and drinks in all kitchen fridges and also stock rotation, this will include recording kitchen fridge temperatures.

       Ensure the dietary needs of patients are addressed following nursing direction and to liaise with the Catering Department about dietary supplies, supplements and special needs whilst ensuring meal provision is maintained to the highest standard.  This includes collection of menu cards and the laying of tables at meal times.

       To ensure hot/cold drinks and snacks are available as required during any 24 hour period.

       To maintain and monitor equipment as “fit for use”.

       To maintain effective liaison and communication with the following services to ensure service level agreements are achieved: 

       Estates/Maintenance

       Distribution contacts

       Domestic Services

       Infection Control Nurse

       Stock suppliers

       As and when necessary carry out general office clerical duties – answering the telephone taking messages communicating with patients and visitors.

 

Person specification

Essential and desirable

Essential criteria
  • Completed food hygiene certificate
  • Experience of working as a domestic.
  • Possession of basic IT skills
Desirable criteria
  • Experience of working in mental health service environment

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Veteran AwareNo smoking policyDisability confident employerNorth West BAME

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Natalie Rutter
Job title
Unit manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
0161 7163621

If you have problems applying, contact

Address
Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust
225 Old Street
225 Old Street
OL6 7SR
Telephone
01617163181
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