Housekeeper (Theatres)
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust, Orchard Square, Sheffield
Housekeeper (Theatres)
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Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust, Orchard Square, Sheffield
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted today, 30 Aug | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 598244f3b8764a2eb28f2c6ef62049a1
Location ref: Orchard Square, Sheffield
Full Job Description
We are looking for a dedicated Housekeeper to join our Operating Theatre Department, where you will help ensure a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment for both patients and staff. You will support patient care teams, coordinate with facilities services, and perform a variety of non-clinical tasks to uphold standards of hygiene and safety., You will report to the Theatre Manager, and your responsibilities will include:
- Maintain cleanliness and order in theatres and staff areas
- Remove clutter and ensure the environment is safe
- Clean general and specialist equipment
- Put away and check daily linen deliveries
- Support patient care teams by preparing and maintaining a suitable environment
- Communicate with estates, facilities, and support teams for maintenance and services
- Report and act on any deficiencies in cleaning or standards
- Help with specific non-clinical patient needs as directed by the nurse in charge
Educated to GCSE level or equivalent experience - Previous experience in a domestic or housekeeping role
- Experience maintaining safe and hygienic environments
- Enjoy working as part of a team
- Proactive, and committed to maintaining Trust standards
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health. We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise. We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey. Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported. As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.