Job summary We are looking for a Housekeeper to join our team, working at the Warneford Hospital across various wards to provide a safe and clean environment for patients and staff. We're looking for team players who are flexible and reliable, with good interpersonal and communication skills. The role involves working alternative weekends as well as a combination of 7am-3pm and 11am-7pm shifts (weekends and banks holidays are paid at an enhanced rate). You'll be a key part of improving our patient experience by providing a high-quality housekeeping service ensuring a clean and safe environment for all. You'll also be carrying out terminal and enhanced cleaning, unpacking laundry and preparing cook/chill meals across the wards. If you have experience in delivering high-quality cleaning and would like to make an difference to mental health care in the NHS, we would love to hear from you We can provide training required for all aspects of this role so please do consider applying, even if you don't have a lot of experience in this area. Main duties of the job Plan own work in-line with the daily cleaning routines and cleaning tasks as per rota Carry out terminal and enhanced cleans as per local procedures Participate in cleaning audits as necessary Handle and remove waste in line with segregation processes and procedures Unpack and stack all linen and laundry Regenerate cook/chill meals recording the temperatures of food at stages defined as appropriate within the relevant wards Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties About us Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria. As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team" Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent" We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include: o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team Date posted 13 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year per annum | pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 267-CS7058313 Job locations Wintle Ward, Allen Ward, Cotswold House, Vaughan Thomas, Highfield & Meadow Unit. Warneford lane Oxford OX3 7JX Job description Job responsibilities We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application. The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview. Job description Job responsibilities We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application. The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview. Person Specification Knowledge Essential Some knowledge of cleaning chemicals Qualifications Essential Basic cleaning skills Desirable To demonstrate an interest in learning /further training Skills Essential Good communication skills Ability to communicate sensitively with people who have mental health concerns An understanding of the principles of delivering quality customer service Flexible Person Specification Knowledge Essential Some knowledge of cleaning chemicals Qualifications Essential Basic cleaning skills Desirable To demonstrate an interest in learning /further training Skills Essential Good communication skills Ability to communicate sensitively with people who have mental health concerns An understanding of the principles of delivering quality customer service Flexible 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 details Employer name Oxford Health NHS Trust Address Wintle Ward, Allen Ward, Cotswold House, Vaughan Thomas, Highfield & Meadow Unit. Warneford lane Oxford OX3 7JX Employer's website https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)