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Housekeeper
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Job Description
- Req#: C9378-QA01449?language=en&page=753&sort=publicationDateDesc
- Smart appearance.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Flexible approach to working patterns, change and unpredictable environments.
- Caring, friendly attitude.
- Ability to deliver high standards of work at all times.
- Previous experience of working in a demanding work environment.
- Previous experience of working in an industrial cleaning and/or catering environment.
- Experience within a customer care/or a patient focused environment.
- Commitment to undertaking relevant training commensurate to the job role.
- Level 2 Certificate in Food Safety or willing to undertake and successfully complete within 12 months * (can be obtained through SWYPFT).
- Basic literacy and numeric skills.
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post.
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Good interpersonal skills. Able to communicate with service users, work colleagues and visitors in a courteous and sensitive manner.
- Ability to work without immediate supervision, being able to prioritise, and use own initiative.
- Positive can do attitude.
- Basic Health & Safety awareness.
- Smart appearance.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Flexible approach to working patterns, change and unpredictable environments.
- Caring, friendly attitude.
- Ability to deliver high standards of work at all times.
- Previous experience of working in a demanding work environment.
- Previous experience of working in an industrial cleaning and/or catering environment.
- Experience within a customer care/or a patient focused environment.
- Commitment to undertaking relevant training commensurate to the job role.
- Level 2 Certificate in Food Safety or willing to undertake and successfully complete within 12 months * (can be obtained through SWYPFT).
- Basic literacy and numeric skills.
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post.
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Good interpersonal skills. Able to communicate with service users, work colleagues and visitors in a courteous and sensitive manner.
- Ability to work without immediate supervision, being able to prioritise, and use own initiative.
- Positive can do attitude.
- Basic Health & Safety awareness.
Job summary
30 hours - 5 x 6 hour shifts over 7 days including bank holidays and weekends
The post holder is a member of the Facilities Team based in Housekeeping and Domestic Services and will be responsible for carrying out catering and cleaning duties across the Kendray Hospital site, reporting to Housekeeping and Domestic Supervisors and the Housekeeping Manager. The role requires flexibility in approach to the duties.
At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, we are unable to sponsor anyone for a skilled worker visa for this role.
We are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all other applications.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the role will be to clean all areas following the National Standards of Cleanliness, this includes signing off sheets to confirm the work has been completed.
Serve food, complete relevant paperwork which include food temperature checks.
Prepare small amounts of food from the freezer.
Work as a team and be able to prioritise your workload.
Potential for overtime if needed to cover sickness and holidays.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
11 March 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£24,465 a year pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-QA01449
Job locations
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
Job descriptionJob description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
To provide a high standard of domestic, catering and general household duties within a ward environment for people with mental health problems. Duties will be carried out in line with the National standards of cleanliness.
CONFIDENTIALITY
All members of hospital staff are required to respect the confidentiality of matters relating to patients, and report any adverse incidents to their Line Manager.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
Establish and maintain good working relationships and clear areas of communications with ward staff and service users whilst delivering the core duties of a housekeeping service
1 Housekeeping duties
a. Receive and store all food in accordance with set standards and Trust policy.
b. Maintain accurate records in relation to food storage and regeneration of food in accordance with Trust policy.
c. To regenerate/prepare and serve meals and sundry items of food in accordance with set standards. Provide and prepare ad hoc meals when requested by service user, liaising with named nurse to ensure care plans are followed.
d. To prepare for meal times ensuring menus are displayed in accordance with set standards.
e. To prepare for the requisitioning of sundry items of food, cleaning materials, linen and equipment for authorisation by the Clinical or Facilities Service Manager.
f. Remove and store dirty linen to appropriate storage area with due care and attention to moving and handling techniques.
g. To store linen personal clothing as laundered and ensure sufficient stocks are available at all times to meet service user requirements.
h. To launder bed linen within the unit as required and in accordance with Trust policy.
i. Support Service users in guiding them to use laundry equipment when required.
j. Communicate with multidisciplinary teams (nursing staff, catering, dieticians and facilities) to ensure service users receive special diets in accordance with nutritional requirements and care plans.
k. Liaise and communicate any menu changes and answer any queries relating to menu changes with service users and nursing staff.
KEY RESULT AREASTo ensure functional tasks are completed including.
2. General Duties
To provide a full cleaning/housekeeping service within the ward in accordance with work schedules. Reporting and actioning discrepancies as they occur.
a. Damp dust all items in bed area, e.g. bedside cabinets, bed frame, lamps, chairs, etc (furniture in bed areas to be moved once a week to facilitate cleaning of pipes, skirting and ledges).
b. Damp dust all other furniture and fittings, e.g. tables, trolleys, window sills.
c. Empty and dispose of all household /clinical waste in accordance with Infection Control and Health and Safety policies.
d. To supply and replenish consumables i.e. Paper towels, toilet rolls, soap etc.
e. Report mechanical defects, pest sightings or building/environmental faults to appropriate personnel.
f. To follow units operational procedures for securing and locking doors.
g. To spot clean spillages as they occur in line with Infection Control and Health and Safety polices.
3. Dishwashing
a. Washing up teacups, saucers, side plates and cutlery after beverages and main meals.
b. Cleaning of bulk food heated trolleys after each meal.
c. Cleaning of kitchen surfaces.
d. Cleaning of catering equipment.
e. Damp mopping of kitchen floor. Spot mop spillages.
4. Sanitary Fittings
a. Cleaning w.c. pans, urinals, bidets and slop hoppers.
b. Cleaning of wash hand basins, baths, showers.
c. Cleaning of fittings e.g. tiled splashback, mirror, towel cabinet.
d. Damp mopping sanitary and sluice areas.
e. Replenish supplies of paper towels, toilet rolls and soap.
5. Floor Care
a. Dry mop, sweep all floors to remove dust and refuse.
b. Damp mop all floor areas and spot mop to remove spillage.
c. Machine scrubbing of all hard floors.
d. Vacuum carpeted areas.
e. Cleaning carpets with hot water extraction
f. Clean all equipment thoroughly.
6 Weekly Duties
a. High dusting of walls and fitting e.g. bed rails, door frames, high ledges, signs.
b. Damp dusting all pipes and ledges.
c. Thoroughly clean all catering equipment, e.g. cookers, fridges. Etc.
7 Periodic Duties
a. Maintenance of hard floors surfaces, eg.scrubbing and drying, redressing floor surfaces where applicable.
b. Washing of paintwork.
c. Cleaning wheels of beds, bedside lockers.
d. Curtain changing.
e. Thorough cleaning of all equipment and machinery used in domestic duties.
f. Cleaning of store cupboards for materials, equipment, etc.
g. Thorough cleaning of furniture.
GeneralTo carry out duties having due regard to Health and Safety, Food Hygiene and COSHH regulations. The post will involve manual handling duties and constant movement and standing for the duration of the shift e.g. Dexterity whist using floor equipment, stretching, bending, lifting light weight, pushing and pulling equipment. There will be occasional exposure to noxious smells whilst cleaning sanitary areas and smoke rooms.
The content of this post will be reviewed in conjunction with the postholder when necessary in line with service developments.
The postholders duties must, at all times, be carried out in compliance with the Trusts Policies and Procedures, in particular the postholder must act in accordance with the Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety Policies.
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed by the Area Facilities Officer.
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
To provide a high standard of domestic, catering and general household duties within a ward environment for people with mental health problems. Duties will be carried out in line with the National standards of cleanliness.
CONFIDENTIALITY
All members of hospital staff are required to respect the confidentiality of matters relating to patients, and report any adverse incidents to their Line Manager.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
Establish and maintain good working relationships and clear areas of communications with ward staff and service users whilst delivering the core duties of a housekeeping service
1 Housekeeping duties
a. Receive and store all food in accordance with set standards and Trust policy.
b. Maintain accurate records in relation to food storage and regeneration of food in accordance with Trust policy.
c. To regenerate/prepare and serve meals and sundry items of food in accordance with set standards. Provide and prepare ad hoc meals when requested by service user, liaising with named nurse to ensure care plans are followed.
d. To prepare for meal times ensuring menus are displayed in accordance with set standards.
e. To prepare for the requisitioning of sundry items of food, cleaning materials, linen and equipment for authorisation by the Clinical or Facilities Service Manager.
f. Remove and store dirty linen to appropriate storage area with due care and attention to moving and handling techniques.
g. To store linen personal clothing as laundered and ensure sufficient stocks are available at all times to meet service user requirements.
h. To launder bed linen within the unit as required and in accordance with Trust policy.
i. Support Service users in guiding them to use laundry equipment when required.
j. Communicate with multidisciplinary teams (nursing staff, catering, dieticians and facilities) to ensure service users receive special diets in accordance with nutritional requirements and care plans.
k. Liaise and communicate any menu changes and answer any queries relating to menu changes with service users and nursing staff.
KEY RESULT AREASTo ensure functional tasks are completed including.
2. General Duties
To provide a full cleaning/housekeeping service within the ward in accordance with work schedules. Reporting and actioning discrepancies as they occur.
a. Damp dust all items in bed area, e.g. bedside cabinets, bed frame, lamps, chairs, etc (furniture in bed areas to be moved once a week to facilitate cleaning of pipes, skirting and ledges).
b. Damp dust all other furniture and fittings, e.g. tables, trolleys, window sills.
c. Empty and dispose of all household /clinical waste in accordance with Infection Control and Health and Safety policies.
d. To supply and replenish consumables i.e. Paper towels, toilet rolls, soap etc.
e. Report mechanical defects, pest sightings or building/environmental faults to appropriate personnel.
f. To follow units operational procedures for securing and locking doors.
g. To spot clean spillages as they occur in line with Infection Control and Health and Safety polices.
3. Dishwashing
a. Washing up teacups, saucers, side plates and cutlery after beverages and main meals.
b. Cleaning of bulk food heated trolleys after each meal.
c. Cleaning of kitchen surfaces.
d. Cleaning of catering equipment.
e. Damp mopping of kitchen floor. Spot mop spillages.
4. Sanitary Fittings
a. Cleaning w.c. pans, urinals, bidets and slop hoppers.
b. Cleaning of wash hand basins, baths, showers.
c. Cleaning of fittings e.g. tiled splashback, mirror, towel cabinet.
d. Damp mopping sanitary and sluice areas.
e. Replenish supplies of paper towels, toilet rolls and soap.
5. Floor Care
a. Dry mop, sweep all floors to remove dust and refuse.
b. Damp mop all floor areas and spot mop to remove spillage.
c. Machine scrubbing of all hard floors.
d. Vacuum carpeted areas.
e. Cleaning carpets with hot water extraction
f. Clean all equipment thoroughly.
6 Weekly Duties
a. High dusting of walls and fitting e.g. bed rails, door frames, high ledges, signs.
b. Damp dusting all pipes and ledges.
c. Thoroughly clean all catering equipment, e.g. cookers, fridges. Etc.
7 Periodic Duties
a. Maintenance of hard floors surfaces, eg.scrubbing and drying, redressing floor surfaces where applicable.
b. Washing of paintwork.
c. Cleaning wheels of beds, bedside lockers.
d. Curtain changing.
e. Thorough cleaning of all equipment and machinery used in domestic duties.
f. Cleaning of store cupboards for materials, equipment, etc.
g. Thorough cleaning of furniture.
GeneralTo carry out duties having due regard to Health and Safety, Food Hygiene and COSHH regulations. The post will involve manual handling duties and constant movement and standing for the duration of the shift e.g. Dexterity whist using floor equipment, stretching, bending, lifting light weight, pushing and pulling equipment. There will be occasional exposure to noxious smells whilst cleaning sanitary areas and smoke rooms.
The content of this post will be reviewed in conjunction with the postholder when necessary in line with service developments.
The postholders duties must, at all times, be carried out in compliance with the Trusts Policies and Procedures, in particular the postholder must act in accordance with the Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety Policies.
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed by the Area Facilities Officer.
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
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Training
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Qualifications
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Special Knowledge/Skills
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Experience
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Training
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Qualifications
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Physical Attributes
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
About the company
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.
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