NHS
Job title:
Housekeeper – Oxford Clinic – Littlemore – Oxford
Company
NHS
Job description
We are looking for a Housekeeper to join our team at the Oxford Clinic in Littlemore to provide a safe and clean environment for patients and staff.The Oxford Clinicis a medium secure male unit with up to 32 inpatients across three wards including acute, rehab and specialist wards with individuals detained under the Mental Health Act and/or the criminal justice system.We’re looking for team players who are flexible and reliable, with good interpersonal and communication skills. The role involves working 7am until 12pm Monday to Friday (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.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.This role includes an RSU allowance of £1,446 pro rata on top of your salaryMain 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.
Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of dutiesAbout usOxford 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 teamDate posted01 April 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 2Salary£24,169 a year plus an RSU allowance of £1,446 pro rataContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference number267-CS7091578Job locationsOxford Clinic, Littlemore Mental Health CentreSandford RoadOxfordOX4 4XNJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesWe 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 descriptionJob responsibilitiesWe 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 SpecificationKnowledgeEssential
- Some knowledge of cleaning chemicals
QualificationsEssential
- Basic cleaning skills
Desirable
- To demonstrate an interest in learning /further training
SkillsEssential
- 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 SpecificationKnowledgeEssential
- Some knowledge of cleaning chemicals
QualificationsEssential
- Basic cleaning skills
Desirable
- To demonstrate an interest in learning /further training
SkillsEssential
- 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
Expected salary
£24169 per year
Location
Oxford
Job date
Thu, 03 Apr 2025 07:38:42 GMT
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