Housekeeper

We are seeking a motivated and committed Housekeeper to join our team. You will be working 25 hours per week over 3 days, between Monday to Saturday .

This is an exciting and pivotal role in which you will work closely with the nursing and domestic staff to ensure a safe, clean and organised clinical environment.

You will take responsibility for ensuring that all medical equipment is clean and well maintained. You will undertake the ordering of stores and equipment on the ward, excellent computer skills are essential for this role. You will be responsible for assisting with obtaining feedback from our patients by using the What Matters To Me tracker and friend and family test. You will also be assisting the team in continuous quality improvement work.

You must be able to empathise with and consider patients as you go about your duties, you will have an organised and positive approach to ensure the tasks at hand are carried out in a timely, effective manner. Able to cope well under pressure, you will utilise excellent communication and team skills.

• Maintaining/replenishing of stock levels both on the unit and in storeroom
• Housekeeping of the unit-ensuring its tidy and clean and organised.

Maintaining testing of equipment on the unit i.e liaising with MEAM

Good record keeping (both of equipment and other housekeeper tasks)

Monitoring stock levels and ordering it in a timely manner.

Offering of refreshments to patients.

Ensuring that the food order has been sent and patients receive the right order.

Good communication between patients and staff.

Ensuring completion of WM2M & FFT surveys on a daily basis.

Good IT skills as due to HIVE implementation

Knowledge around the different systems online to access/report jobs(i.e estates, IT issues etc)

Maintain 100% compliance with mandatory training

Promote a safe working environment and participate in Moving and handling, food hygiene, waste management and fire safety practice

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe, a great place to start or grow your career. With 10 hospitals and a wide range of community services, we care for over 1 million people every year, and our team of over 30,000 people is at the heart of everything we do.

You’ll be working alongside colleagues from all backgrounds, supporting people from every walk of life, and learning something new every day. We believe that everyone should feel welcome, respected, and valued at work. You can bring your

whole self to MFT, knowing that your unique perspective and experiences are celebrated here.

You’ll find that we’re committed to helping you grow - whether you want to develop new skills, progress in your career, or simply make a difference in your community. We offer equal opportunities for everyone, and we’ll support you with training, development, and a caring environment where your health, wellbeing, and safety matter.

Most importantly, you’ll be part of a team where working together and supporting each other is everything. You’ll make new friends, build strong relationships, and have a real voice in shaping the future of our Trust.

At MFT we’re All Here For You - every step of the way. Join us today.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Geena Roy Job title: Ward Manager Email address: geena.roy2@mft.nhs.uk Telephone number: 0161 413 7767