Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Housekeeper - Katherine House Hospice - Adderbury
We are currently looking to recruit a number of motivated individuals who would like to make a difference to the patient experience by joining the Katherine House Hospice housekeeping team here at Adderbury.
Main Duties of the Job
The post holder will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleaning in line with the National Specifications for Cleanliness in the NHS.
* To work as an integral part of the team ensuring a high-quality service to patients.
* To support ward staff in the delivery of protected patient mealtimes.
If you have cleaning experience and enjoy working within a team, why not consider becoming a Housekeeper? Our team is responsible for providing and maintaining a high standard of cleanliness throughout the hospice, sometimes working on your own but often working as part of a team to provide a clean and safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors. Along with the cleaning tasks, Housekeepers also support the nursing team with the delivery of patient beverages.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Basic literacy and numeracy skills
* NVQ or equivalent in cleaning and support services
* Previous experience of working in a housekeeping/domestic role
* Previous experience of working within a healthcare environment
* Able to identify potential hazards in the workplace and have confidence to act on these effectively
* Ability to read and understand written instruction
* Ability to communicate using good verbal and written English
* Has the physical ability to effectively perform the duties of the post
* Ability to work under own initiative to achieve set targets
* Presentable, approachable, flexible
* Work independently, using own initiative, accepts feedback positively
* Positive attitude and positive image
* Resilient and calm under pressure
* Drive and determination to see things through
* Identify and resolve causes of conflict or resistance logically
* Reflects systematically on their performance and modifies behaviour accordingly
* Flexible, adaptable in changing circumstances
* Demonstrates personal confidence
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.
Employer Name
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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