Job summary We are looking for a enthusiastic individual to join our team in the Gynaecology Inpatient ward at Liverpool Women's Hospital. He/she will be responsible for the units daily administrative duties, overall cleanliness and reporting of maintenance within the unit in order to offer a safe and well organised service. Liverpool Women`s provides care for approximately 10,000 women a year. The role demands excellent communication skills, IT experience and customer service skills. As the housekeeper you must possess good communication skills, have a friendly approachable attitude and be able to work under pressure within a team. Main duties of the job To maintain a high standard of cleanliness within the department. Report jobs via the Estates & Facilities Help Desk and follow through to completion, including liaising with technicians to arrange access to patient area. Following specific specialised training and competency assessment source, order, receive and distribute all of the units equipment and supplies within the unit. All orders to be received, checked, appropriately stored and any discrepancies resolved Conduct monthly audits and/or assist nurses with audits Order, receipt and distribute staff uniforms Ensure all stock is replenished in a timely manner. Assist in providing beverages/ food to patients. Assist in the cleaning and preparation of rooms. Report clinical equipment for repair to medical engineers and arrange for decontamination of equipment before it leaves the ward/clinic. General housekeeping of Gynaecology inpatient/HDU and admissions lounge. To maintain a standard of conduct and personal appearance which will instil a sense of confidence in the staff, patients and visitors Manage own time and prioritise work load effectively and efficiently. Mandatory training Possess basic IT skills To familiarise self with hospital policies About us Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and families. Each year we deliver over 7,500 babies, carry out over 49,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly & preterm newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles and have over 4,000 genetic appointments taking place. We believe that this along with a strong dedication to research & innovation makes us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families. We have some of the leading experts in their field, which has been showcased on national TV and news, making our teams famous across the world for professionalism, skill & compassion. The Trust is constantly innovating and evolving it's services to provide the most cutting edge and modern care possible. As well as developing services on our current site we have long-term aspirations for the future. We have recently launched a number of new strategies which provide a detailed long-term plan for our services. Check out why Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work using the links below: Video:https://vimeo.com/556197652 Online brochure:https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/media/4121/recruitment-pack-great-place-to-work-16pp-v4-final.pdf Date posted 15 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £24,169 a year per annum, pro rota Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 159-LWH-77-25 Job locations Liverpool Women's Hospital Crown Street Liverpool L8 7SS Job description Job responsibilities To maintain a high standard of cleanliness within the department. Ensure that linen has arrived each morning and liaise with laundry. This includes scrubs and ensuring these are stored correctly, stocked and disposed of appropriately. Report any untoward incidents/minor repairs or actions that require attention to the shift lead. Report jobs via the Estates & Facilities Help Desk and follow through to completion, including liaising with technicians to arrange access to patient area. Keep record of the above. Following specific specialised training and competency assessment source, order, receive and distribute all ward/clinic equipment and supplies through online ordering to ensure that the most appropriate equipment and supplies are available as required within the ward/clinic. This task involves ordering regular stock through Trust NEP system from on line catalogue, standing orders for specialist equipment/supplies and ad hoc ordering. All orders to be received, checked, appropriately stored and any discrepancies resolved Conduct monthly/weekly audits as instructed by the department manager and assist nurses with audits to be reported to various Trust Committees eg: Health & Safety Audits Order, receipt and distribute staff uniforms in accordance with Code of Dress Policy. Ensure all stock is replenished in a timely manner and ensure ordered stock is put away appropriately. Ensure all clinical and non-clinical rooms are adequately stocked and tidy on a daily basis. Assist in the Inpatient area providing beverages/ food to patients. Assist in the cleaning and preparation of clinical rooms. General housekeeping of Gynaecology inpatient/HDU and admissions lounge, ensure corridors, rooms and exits free from clutter and waste. Manage own time and prioritise work load effectively and efficiently. Daily fridge temperatures taken and recorded. Report clinical equipment for repair to medical engineers and arrange for decontamination of equipment before it leaves the department. Follow up with medical engineers until returned or replaced. To maintain a standard of conduct and personal appearance which will instil a sense of confidence in the staff, patients and visitors. Adhering to uniform policy at all times. Maintain accurate and timely documentation with high standards of verbal and written communication. Maintain data entry for mandatory training, clinical training and review compliance on a weekly basis to ensure all staff are compliant with training. Initiate and organise training as required for staff. Possess basic IT skills. To familiarise self with hospital policies applicable to area and maintain confidentiality at all times. To adhere to the Gynaecology Inpatient department standard operating procedures and be able to access QPulse system (after appropriate training and guidance). General Duties Every employee has a duty to take reasonable care of health and safety of him/her and of other persons who may be affected by his/her acts or omissions at work and to co-operate to ensure that statutory and Trust regulations are complied with. To participate in appraisals and personal reviews and work to achieve set objectives. To participate in appropriate training and development activities. To promote commitment to continuous development and improvement. Job description Job responsibilities To maintain a high standard of cleanliness within the department. Ensure that linen has arrived each morning and liaise with laundry. This includes scrubs and ensuring these are stored correctly, stocked and disposed of appropriately. Report any untoward incidents/minor repairs or actions that require attention to the shift lead. Report jobs via the Estates & Facilities Help Desk and follow through to completion, including liaising with technicians to arrange access to patient area. Keep record of the above. Following specific specialised training and competency assessment source, order, receive and distribute all ward/clinic equipment and supplies through online ordering to ensure that the most appropriate equipment and supplies are available as required within the ward/clinic. This task involves ordering regular stock through Trust NEP system from on line catalogue, standing orders for specialist equipment/supplies and ad hoc ordering. All orders to be received, checked, appropriately stored and any discrepancies resolved Conduct monthly/weekly audits as instructed by the department manager and assist nurses with audits to be reported to various Trust Committees eg: Health & Safety Audits Order, receipt and distribute staff uniforms in accordance with Code of Dress Policy. Ensure all stock is replenished in a timely manner and ensure ordered stock is put away appropriately. Ensure all clinical and non-clinical rooms are adequately stocked and tidy on a daily basis. Assist in the Inpatient area providing beverages/ food to patients. Assist in the cleaning and preparation of clinical rooms. General housekeeping of Gynaecology inpatient/HDU and admissions lounge, ensure corridors, rooms and exits free from clutter and waste. Manage own time and prioritise work load effectively and efficiently. Daily fridge temperatures taken and recorded. Report clinical equipment for repair to medical engineers and arrange for decontamination of equipment before it leaves the department. Follow up with medical engineers until returned or replaced. To maintain a standard of conduct and personal appearance which will instil a sense of confidence in the staff, patients and visitors. Adhering to uniform policy at all times. Maintain accurate and timely documentation with high standards of verbal and written communication. Maintain data entry for mandatory training, clinical training and review compliance on a weekly basis to ensure all staff are compliant with training. Initiate and organise training as required for staff. Possess basic IT skills. To familiarise self with hospital policies applicable to area and maintain confidentiality at all times. To adhere to the Gynaecology Inpatient department standard operating procedures and be able to access QPulse system (after appropriate training and guidance). General Duties Every employee has a duty to take reasonable care of health and safety of him/her and of other persons who may be affected by his/her acts or omissions at work and to co-operate to ensure that statutory and Trust regulations are complied with. To participate in appraisals and personal reviews and work to achieve set objectives. To participate in appropriate training and development activities. To promote commitment to continuous development and improvement. Person Specification Skills, Knowledge & Aptitudes Essential Understanding of confidentiality Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing Be open and honest Desirable Prepared to Undertake personal development and training relevant to role Previous experience of stock ordering and rotation Qualifications & Learning Essential Good basic education Desirable IT literate the ability to use a number of software packages Experience Desirable Working within gynaecology and/or surgery Working within a busy department with similar responsibilities as above. Person Specification Skills, Knowledge & Aptitudes Essential Understanding of confidentiality Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing Be open and honest Desirable Prepared to Undertake personal development and training relevant to role Previous experience of stock ordering and rotation Qualifications & Learning Essential Good basic education Desirable IT literate the ability to use a number of software packages Experience Desirable Working within gynaecology and/or surgery Working within a busy department with similar responsibilities as above. 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 Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust Address Liverpool Women's Hospital Crown Street Liverpool L8 7SS Employer's website https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)