Overview
An opportunity has arisen to recruit a Housekeeper to work on Ward 25 within the Medicine Division. We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable, hard-working housekeeper who will work as an integral part of the team ensuring a clean, safe and comfortable environment at all times. You will need excellent interpersonal skills, as you will be liaising with and helping patients throughout the working day. You will also be required to communicate with all levels of staff both face to face and over the telephone.
The post holder will be required to maintain stock levels and participate in the ordering of stock. You will also be required to maintain a high level of cleanliness within the ward. Recent experience in cleaning duties and use of chemicals and equipment is essential along with an awareness of health and safety. You are also required to be IT literate. Previous experience with stock control is desirable.
Responsibilities
* Maintain a high standard of cleanliness within the ward.
* Communicate effectively with patients and staff, both face to face and over the telephone.
* liaise with and help patients throughout the working day.
* Maintain stock levels and participate in stock ordering.
* Work under non-direct supervision and prioritise own workload in a changing environment.
Qualifications
* Recent experience in cleaning duties and use of chemicals and equipment (essential).
* Awareness of health and safety in a demanding environment.
* IT literate.
* Previous experience with stock control (desirable).
* Excellent communication and organisational skills; ability to work with minimal supervision.
About Us
Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do. We are on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in. Our vision, "To provide excellent care for the communities we serve," is a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we are determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.
Ward Information
Ward 25 is undergoing structural change and moving to Medicine Division. There will be 20 general medical beds and 18 escalation beds.
Application
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
This advert closes on Thursday 2 Oct 2025
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