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Housekeeper – Band 2 – Full Time – Sheffield Hospitality/Hotel
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Housekeeper – Band 2 – Full Time – Sheffield Hospitality/Hotel
Job summary
A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Hospital Housekeeper to maintain a clean and safe environment in a Sheffield hospital. Responsibilities include cleaning patient rooms, managing supplies, and adhering to infection control protocols. Ideal candidates will have prior experience and strong attention to detail. This temporary role offers a competitive hourly wage and involves shifts, including weekends.
Qualifications
- Previous housekeeping or janitorial experience preferred, ideally in a healthcare setting.
- Knowledge of cleaning techniques, chemicals, and infection control practices.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
- Physical ability to lift, bend, and stand for extended periods.
Responsibilities
- Clean and disinfect patient rooms and common areas.
- Perform floor care tasks and dispose of waste safely.
- Restock supplies and follow infection control procedures.
- Report maintenance issues and operate cleaning equipment safely.
Skills
The Hospital Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors. This role ensures compliance with infection control standards and hospital policies to promote health and safety throughout the facility.
- Clean and disinfect patient rooms, operating rooms, restrooms, and common areas according to hospital protocols.
- Perform floor care tasks, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and polishing.
- Dispose of waste, including biohazard materials, in accordance with safety guidelines.
- Restock supplies such as soap, paper towels, and toilet tissue in designated areas.
- Follow infection control procedures to prevent cross-contamination.
- Report maintenance issues or safety hazards promptly.
- Operate cleaning equipment safely and maintain it in good working condition.
- Adhere to hospital policies, including confidentiality and patient privacy standards.
- Previous housekeeping or janitorial experience preferred, ideally in a healthcare setting.
- Knowledge of cleaning techniques, chemicals, and infection control practices.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
- Physical ability to lift, bend, and stand for extended periods.
Exposure to cleaning chemicals and biohazard materials (with proper protective equipment provided).
Rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays, may be required.
The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Salary: £12.21 – £13.00/hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
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