BAND 3 Housekeeper

Job Overview

The post holder will work as an integral part of the outpatient team.

They will support the current Housekeeper for the co-ordination of all patient/facilities/services in the Outpatients area and for ensuring a safe and comfortable environment.

Main duties of the job

The main element of the role is to support the current Housekeeper and Managers in the running of the Outpatients department, together with other specified tasks to meet individual patients needs, as determined by the Departmental Sister or nurse in charge.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

To ensure a clean and tidy environment for patients and visitors.

To order stock and maintain stock control.

Report equipment that needs repair and maintenance to EBME

To be aware of any changes to waste categorisation etc and make sure all staff aware by displaying posters.

To ensure own actions reduce risk to health and safety and to promote a health and safety culture within the workplace.

To ensure the department has sufficient stocks to meet patient and staff needs.

Further Details In Job Description.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Qualification in NVQ level 3
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Experience of undertaking a Housekeeper role
  
  

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team. Experience of dealing with members of the public.
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Experience of working for a NHS organisation