Job summary This is a new opportunity for a dedicated, hard working individual to join the Theatre Housekeeping night team at UHCW. This is a very busy department, with 22 theatres working daily Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested. Main duties of the job The role of the Theatre Housekeeping Team is to ensure a high standard of cleanliness is maintained throughout the department. Ensuring all national cleaning standards are met. Please note this post is not eligible for sponsorship. About us University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare. We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk) By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team. The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values. Date posted 20 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 218-ACS-B2-6545166-A Job locations Main Theatre, UHCW Clifford Bridge Road Coventry CV2 2DX Job description Job responsibilities 1. Clean and monitor stock on all mobile storage trolleys in the Theatre Department. 2. Ensure a regular cleaning is maintained of both patient and instrument trolleys. 3. Clean and monitor theatre storage areas and ensure any stock and consumables are within date of usage. Adhere to infection control protocols in relation to cleaning and decontamination processes and ensure regular link to infection control department to ensure current guidelines are followed. 4.Ensure theatre systems are cleaned and decontaminated following infection control and medical electronics guidelines. 5.Maintain all records and database of theatre cleaning for internal and external audit purposes, utilising IT systems to secure accurate data. 6.Organise own daily workload e.g. use and cleaning of identified medical and non-medical equipment. 7.Maintain a clean, safe environment ensuring adherence to Trust standards of cleanliness, hygiene and infection control at all times. 8. Assist with the nursing cleaning of theatres following surgery as directed by the team leader 9.Ensure theatre equipment is deep cleaned on a rotational basis. 10. Promote and monitor adherence to Health and Safety and Trust policy designed to protect healthcare staff and service users from known hazards. For further details of the role please see the attached job description. Job description Job responsibilities 1. Clean and monitor stock on all mobile storage trolleys in the Theatre Department. 2. Ensure a regular cleaning is maintained of both patient and instrument trolleys. 3. Clean and monitor theatre storage areas and ensure any stock and consumables are within date of usage. Adhere to infection control protocols in relation to cleaning and decontamination processes and ensure regular link to infection control department to ensure current guidelines are followed. 4.Ensure theatre systems are cleaned and decontaminated following infection control and medical electronics guidelines. 5.Maintain all records and database of theatre cleaning for internal and external audit purposes, utilising IT systems to secure accurate data. 6.Organise own daily workload e.g. use and cleaning of identified medical and non-medical equipment. 7.Maintain a clean, safe environment ensuring adherence to Trust standards of cleanliness, hygiene and infection control at all times. 8. Assist with the nursing cleaning of theatres following surgery as directed by the team leader 9.Ensure theatre equipment is deep cleaned on a rotational basis. 10. Promote and monitor adherence to Health and Safety and Trust policy designed to protect healthcare staff and service users from known hazards. For further details of the role please see the attached job description. Person Specification Qualifications Essential See supporting documents Desirable See supporting documents Experience Essential See supporting documents Knowledge Essential See supporting documents Desirable See supporting documents Skills Essential See supporting documents Person Specification Qualifications Essential See supporting documents Desirable See supporting documents Experience Essential See supporting documents Knowledge Essential See supporting documents Desirable See supporting documents Skills Essential See supporting documents Disclosure and Barring Service Check This 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust Address Main Theatre, UHCW Clifford Bridge Road Coventry CV2 2DX Employer's website https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)