Axess Sexual Health is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented housekeeper to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring a positive attitude, a strong sense of responsibility, and a commitment to maintaining health, safety, and hygiene standards. Working across our three Liverpool sites – the Linda McCartney Centre, Garston, and The Beat – the post holder will ensure that our facilities are clean, safe, and welcoming for both patients and staff.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in line with health and safety protocols.
2. Collaborate with team members while also working independently to complete tasks effectively.
3. Communicate professionally with patients, staff, and regional community services.
4. Inventory Management: Regularly checking stock levels to ensure adequate supplies, including contraceptives, STI testing kits, medical gloves, sanitisers, swabs, and other essential items. This includes maintaining a well-organised inventory system.
5. Order Placement: Accurately placing orders with approved suppliers when stock reaches reorder levels, while prioritising items with high turnover or essential use to prevent shortages.
6. Receiving and Checking Orders: Verifying incoming orders against purchase orders, checking for accuracy, and ensuring all items are accounted for, properly packaged, and within expiry dates.
7. Stock Rotation and Expiry Monitoring: Organising stock to ensure older items are used first and keeping an eye on expiry dates, especially for items with shorter shelf lives.
8. Budget Management: Monitoring expenses and staying within budget constraints, seeking cost-effective options, and negotiating with suppliers if possible.
9. Record Keeping: Documenting orders, deliveries, and usage to maintain an up-to-date record for budgeting, audits, and tracking supply usage trends.
10. Liaison with Staff: Communicating with clinical and administrative staff to understand supply needs, get feedback on product quality, and update them on any delays or substitutions.
11. Adhering to Policies and Compliance: Ensuring that all procurement activities meet organisational and legal standards, including compliance with health and safety guidelines.
12. Managing Emergency Supplies: Maintaining a small reserve of critical supplies for unforeseen demands or emergency use.
13. Continuous Improvement: Identifying areas for process improvement, such as reducing wastage, optimising order quantities, and reviewing vendor performance for efficiency gains.
This advert closes on Monday 16 Dec 2024.
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