Housekeeper
| Posting date: | 30 October 2025 |
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| Salary: | £24,465.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £24465.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 November 2025 |
| Location: | Southampton, SO16 5YA |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9188-25-0817 |
Summary
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Support mealtime services, working closely with the ward hosts to ensure patients receive the correct meals in a timely manner. To assist in monitoring and maintaining cleaning standards on the ward and kitchen areas in line with all relevant Trust guidelines and policies Cleaning general and specialist medical equipment Restocking and tidying rooms and cupboards. Ensuring that the property cupboard is kept clean and tidy storing and returning patients belongings and keeping accurate documentation Liaising with the stores department to ensure sufficient stock levels are available at all times and assisting with putting away the delivery. Ensure the thorough cleanliness and tidiness of the ward beverage point and kitchen area, including equipment, is maintained at all times. Check and clean all ward refrigerators, including those in staff areas (but not drugs fridges), disposing of any food not in date, not covered / labelled properly. Ensure records of checks and daily temperatures are recorded accurately. Inform Nurse in charge of any deviations or issues. Agree action plans and ensure action taken where necessary. WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR We are looking for team players who have a flexible approach to their working day and focus on supporting the clinical staff to assist in a smooth and efficient service for our patients. We are looking for flexible Housekeepers who can cover a wide range of shifts, including afternoons, evenings, and weekends. While exact hours can be discussed, the ability to reliably support key services such as the evening meal (finishing by 6pm) and regular weekend working is essential.