Assist with the preparation of meals, snacks and drinks, assisting patients with feeding as necessary e.g., cutting up food, placing food within reach encouraging patients to eat. Encourage and assist patients to order food, where necessary taking into account special needs and medical requirements. In conjunction with nursing staff ensure that discharged and newly admitted patients meal requirements are actioned. Ensure that patients whose fluid intake is not medically restricted have access to fresh water. Participate in weekly cleaning schedules. Carry out spot cleaning and ensure spillages are dealt with swiftly and efficiently. Ensure general and specialist equipment e.g., drip stands and commodes are cleaned as per cleaning schedule. Ensure the Ward is always safe and tidy e.g., remove clutter, tidy notice boards, ensure storage rooms are clean and tidy. Check hand gel, glove and apron dispensers and replenish as needed. Maintain ward stocks. Respect the privacy and dignity of patients whilst carrying out housekeeping duties. Contribute to patients wellbeing and social needs, e.g., assist staff by collecting newspapers/magazines. Assist in keeping information racks and notice boards updated and that information is laminated when appropriate. Care for and assist in safe storage and retrieval of patients property and valuables in accordance with Trust policy.