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University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

16d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Healthcare
    Facilities Management
  • Leicester

AI generated summary

  • You must be motivated, organized, and have good communication, literacy, IT, and numeracy skills. Experience with the public and teamwork is essential.
  • You will organize daily tasks, maintain stock levels, provide meals, ensure cleanliness, manage equipment, and collaborate with team members across departments.

Requirements

  • - A well-motivated and enthusiastic individual to work as the Housekeeper within the Surgical Daycase Unit within the EMPCC.
  • - Ability to work in an orderly and systematic manner.
  • - Possess good literacy, IT, numeracy, communication and organisational skills.
  • - Caring attitude.
  • - Ability to work effectively under direction as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • - Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise across multi agencies and multi-disciplinary departments.
  • - Experience of working with the general public is essential.

Responsibilities

  • - Undertaking of daily organisation
  • - Maintaining stock levels
  • - Providing meals to the patients
  • - Cleanliness of the environment
  • - Stocking up
  • - Maintenance of equipment
  • - General housekeeping of the unit
  • - Working in an orderly and systematic manner
  • - Possessing good literacy, IT, numeracy, communication, and organisational skills
  • - Having a caring attitude
  • - Working effectively under direction as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • - Liaising across multi-agencies and multi-disciplinary departments

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Housekeeper position?

The position requires flexibility, with a range of shifts including early and late shifts, and some weekend working.

What are the main responsibilities of a Housekeeper in the Surgical Daycase Unit?

The main responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness of the environment, stocking up supplies, providing meals to patients, and maintaining equipment.

Is experience working with the general public necessary for this role?

Yes, experience of working with the general public is essential for the Housekeeper position.

What qualities are important for a successful Housekeeper candidate?

A caring attitude, the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team, effective communication skills, and good organizational abilities are important qualities for this role.

Will training and support be provided for new hires?

Yes, new hires will receive regular feedback and one-to-one support from their manager to help them settle into the team.

How does the EMPCC aim to address health inequity?

EMPCC aims to reduce health inequity by delivering high-quality care and bringing services closer to deprived areas in the community.

What are the primary goals outlined in the EMPCC's strategy?

The primary goals include high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence.

Who can I contact for more information about the Housekeeper position?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Claire J Smith, Ward Sister EMPCC, at claire.j.smith@uhl-tr.nhs.uk or by phone at 07484 411 875.

Are part-time positions available for this role?

Yes, both part-time and full-time positions are considered for the Housekeeper role.

What values guide the work at the EMPCC?

The values include being compassionate, proud, inclusive, and working as one team.

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

NHS Trust providing caring at its best to residents of Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland #TeamUHL

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Mission & Purpose

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust provides a wide range of acute and specialist healthcare services across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland. Their ultimate mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care, advancing health and improving patient outcomes through excellent service and innovative practices. Their purpose is to offer accessible, comprehensive medical care, ensuring the well-being and health of their community.