- Part-time/job share - 15 hours per week (Tuesday and Wednesday)
- Caring - Design and deliver care tailored to each patient's individual needs and desires.
- Safe - Prioritize the safety of patients and staff.
- Responsible - All staff members take ownership of the hospital, its services, and reputation.
- Value Each Other - Recognize and appreciate each other's contributions.
- Inspiring - Always aim to empower each other to make advancements that benefit our patients.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Basic numeracy proficiency
- Experience in stores management
- Previous NHS/Healthcare experience
- Proficiency in using the Procurement Electronic Commerce Ordering System (PECOS)
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- High standards of cleanliness and tidiness
- Ability to work well under pressure and prioritize tasks with deadlines
- Effective team player
- Methodical approach with attention to detail
- Ability to show initiative and work autonomously
- Clerical skills (e.g., simple filing, record-keeping, and email correspondence)
- Basic clinical knowledge
- Good understanding of medical equipment
Housekeeper - Blyth ward - Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom - Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Description
Job Summary
Would you like to work in a welcoming, supportive, and innovative environment within a Trust that prides itself on delivering top-notch services to the local community?
If you're good at working as part of a bustling team and have excellent customer care skills, we're currently seeking a housekeeper who is motivated and eager to join our team.
Kingston Hospital's experienced and friendly staff fosters a supportive culture where you can build a rewarding career.
The Hospital is located in Kingston upon Thames, a lively riverside town on the outskirts of London and Surrey. Kingston boasts a variety of bars, cafes, restaurants, and shops that rival those in central London. Just a 15-minute walk from the Hospital, Richmond Park offers a tranquil escape, and with Norbiton Station right at the doorstep, you can easily hop on a train and reach central London, just 12 miles away, in under 30 minutes.
If you can showcase a caring, compassionate attitude and are interested in being part of a team that values each member, we'd love to hear from you.
Main Duties of the Job
The housekeeper will collaborate with the Nurse in Charge of the ward to ensure all visitors feel welcome and receive excellent customer care and front-of-house services.
This role complements the work of the nursing staff and does not replace or duplicate domestic services but enhances the overall patient experience. The post holder will be part of the unit team, responsible for maintaining a neat, tidy, uncluttered, and well-presented unit; managing the daily stock of clinical supplies, and cleaning and maintaining equipment.
They will ensure a safe and comfortable unit environment and will be flexible in taking on non-nursing duties as assigned by the Ward Sister/Nurse in Charge.
About Us
Trust Values
Kingston Hospital NHS Trust upholds five key values and seeks individuals who share and demonstrate behaviors that align with:
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description, ensuring that your application aligns specifically with the Person Specification.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Desirable
Skills/Abilities
Essential
Knowledge
Desirable