Employer East Cheshire NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Macclesfield District Town Victoria Road, Macclesfield Salary £24,937 - £26,598 per annum, pro rata (subject to job matching) Salary period Yearly Closing 17/03/2026 23:59
Housekeeper - Ward 3 Gastroenterology
NHS AfC: Band 3
It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.
Job overview
Subject to Job Matching
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated, enthusiastic individual to join the team within Ward 3 as a part time Housekeeper.
In return, you will find your contribution is valued and that you are supported through excellent management and a teamwork approach, working as part of a multi‑disciplinary team with doctors, health care assistants, physiotherapists, and other allied health professionals.
We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non‑UK residents.
Main duties of the job
We offer comprehensive learning and development support, excellent training opportunities and support to broaden your experience, knowledge, and skills as a qualified nurse. You will gain extended skills training and be able to access professional development opportunities to progress.
* Have responsibility for housekeeping duties on the ward
* Disseminate good practice to ward teams to ensure service is maintained in their absence
* Provide an efficient housekeeping service, ensuring that high standards are always maintained. Ensure that a friendly, welcoming, clean, organised, safe and comfortable working environment is provided for patients, visitors and staff
Working for our organisation
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Willingness to undertake and maintain mandatory training.
* Vocational Level 3
Knowledge & Skills
* Ability to communicate clearly, confidently, and courteously with a wide range of people.
* Ability to give instructions and guidance to colleagues.
* Ability to recognise issues, prioritise tasks, and take appropriate action within procedures.
* Ability to organise own workload and coordinate tasks for others.
* Ability to meet the physical demands of the role in line with health and safety requirements.
Experience
* Experience of housekeeping or cleaning services, preferably in a healthcare or similar setting.
* Experience of supervising or coordinating staff.
* Knowledge of infection prevention and control standards in healthcare settings.
* Experience of monitoring standards or completing audits or checklists.
Other Role Requirement
* Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). In order to facilitate applications from all members of the community the Trust is able to offer services including Braille Applications and Interpreting Services.
The Trust may close any advertised post before the stated closing date. We recommend that you apply as soon as possible.
If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of the advert closing date, regretfully you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
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