Oxhey is a 12 bedded ward for elderly patients with dementia and/or a delirium, who may display changes in cognition and behaviour, which can be challenging. In view of this, applicants need to demonstrate empathy, patience and able to engage positively towards our patients.
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Please note - we are unable to obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship (Work Permit) for this role.
The role of the Housekeeper is to deliver aspects of catering, adhering to requirements of the Environmental Health Department, undertake and reporting of faulty/broken equipment.
The post holder will be expected to carry out auditing in line with Trust guidelines and to ensure that the ward is a clean and safe environment.
This post is part time working 25 hours per week; working hours will be 7.45am to 2.00pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.
At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/
We kindly invite you to consider submitting an application.
If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net
If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Prepare and serve meals.
Ordering of provisions.
Undertake auditing.
Maintenance of clean environment.
Reporting of maintenance work.
Ordering of some equipment.
Please see the attached job description for a full list of duties and responsibilities.
