Housekeeper – NHS Mental Health Trust (Apply Now) – Visa Sponsorship Available

Location: West Park Hospital, Edward Pease Way, Darlington, DL2 2TS

Type: Part-Time (28 hours per week), Permanent

Salary (£): £22,383 per annum (pro rata)

About Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) is the Mental Health and Learning Disability NHS Trust serving County Durham, Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York, and Selby. The Trust is dedicated to providing high-quality mental health care, from education and prevention to crisis and specialist services. TEWV’s compassionate teams work in partnership with patients, communities, and partners to help people feel safe, understood, believed in, and cared for.

Job details

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work in a supportive, multi-professional team
• Continuous improvement culture
• Potential for extra hours and flexible working
• Access to NHS pension scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Requirements:

• Food Hygiene Certificate level 2 (or willingness to obtain within agreed timescale)
• Numeracy, Literacy, and IT skills at level 2 (equivalent to GCSE grades 9 to 4)
• Experience in cleaning duties and use of chemicals and equipment
• Experience of working or volunteering in a Mental Health and Learning Disabilities environment
• Ability to provide a positive approach when working with diverse client groups
• NVQ Level 2 Housekeeping (desirable)

Salary Details: The role offers a salary of £22,383 per annum, pro-rata for part-time hours. The position falls under Band 2 of the NHS Agenda for Change pay scheme.

About the Role

The Housekeeper role at TEWV is crucial in maintaining a clean, safe, and supportive environment for staff and patients. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing and maintaining cleaning and catering services as part of the Hotel Services team. This position requires a passionate and enthusiastic individual who puts patients at the heart of everything they do.

Working at West Park Hospital, the Housekeeper will be an integral part of the team contributing to the Trust’s mission of nurturing the recovery journey of anyone in need of their help. The role involves working shifts between 7am-6pm, requiring flexibility and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality cleaning services in office, patient, and communal areas
• Assist with catering services, including food preparation and serving
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment and materials safely and efficiently
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and COSHH guidelines
• Maintain a thorough understanding of deep-cleaning procedures
• Contribute to maintaining National Standards of Cleanliness
• Participate in Patient-Led Assessment of the Care Environment (PLACE) initiatives
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills in interactions with staff and patients
• Work collaboratively within a multi-professional team
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers requiring current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information, please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

TEWV is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities they serve. The Trust values the unique contributions that individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences bring to the organization.

Employer Details
Company Name: Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Address: West Park Hospital, Edward Pease Way, Darlington, DL2 2TS
Contact: Jane Coe, Hotel Services Supervisor
Email: jane.coe@nhs.net
Phone: 01325552131

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Application Process

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for this rewarding opportunity to join the TEWV team. To submit your application or for more information about the role, please visit the Trust’s official website or contact the Hotel Services Supervisor. Don’t miss this chance to make a difference in mental health care – apply now.