Job summary We currently have some vacant positions to work within the Housekeeping Department at the Conquest Hospital.
Duties will include general cleaning of the wards/departments which will include buffing, wet mopping, damp dusting, toilets and disposal of waste.
You may also be required to complete the food and beverage service.Various shifts available - part and Full time Main duties of the job The successful applicant will need good communication skills, and experience of working in a similar environment would be desirable.Housekeepers within the hospital have a key role in our on-going fight against hospital infections & make a useful contribution in the wider care team that supports a patient during their time in hospital.
About us We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to workWe provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex.
We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex.
Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective.
The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'.
Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme.
This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached.If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Evidence of good general education Basic Food Hygiene awareness Desirable NVQ 2 in cleaning Food Hygiene Certificate Experience Essential Customer service Cleaning experience / knowledge Desirable Health and safety COSHH Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Essential Good Communication Skills