Housekeeper, Nursing

Overview

Are you looking for a new challenge? We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Housekeeper to join our team in at Manchester Dental Hospital on a full time contract. This is an exciting and key role in which you will work closely with the nursing and domestic staff to ensure a safe, clean and organised clinical department. You will provide close support to the Dental Nursing team by maintaining high standards of infection control.

Confident, competent, self-motivated and enthusiastic are all attributes required for these positions as well as the ability to work as part of the dental team. You must be able to communicate effectively with patients, clinicians and other healthcare professionals and demonstrate very high standards.

• Maintain high standards of infection control and ensure cleaning of medical equipment is clean and well maintained; liaise with the domestic supervisors and staff to ensure cleaning is of a high standard.
• Play an essential role during clinic hours, ensuring the clinics are patient and carer friendly, water dispensers are clean and well stocked with cups, waiting areas are well maintained for public use.
• Take responsibility for ensuring the clinics have adequate equipment and stock; undertake reporting any estates work and request for portering services.
• Assist the team in continuous quality improvement work by undertaking audits on the Department.
• Keep ward information boards up to date, and maintain friends & family feedback.
• Communicate effectively with patients, clinicians and other healthcare professionals and demonstrate very high standards.

• High standard of education; you might already have some experience in a similar role.
• Good communication skills; you must be able to empathise with and consider patients as you go about your duties.
• Organised and positive approach; able to carry out tasks in a timely, effective manner.
• Dynamic in your approach; willing to learn and able to work well within the team or independently.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe, a great place to start or grow your career. With 10 hospitals and a wide range of community services, we care for over 1 million people every year, and our team of over 30,000 people is at the heart of everything we do.

You’ll be working alongside colleagues from all backgrounds, supporting people from every walk of life, and learning something new every day. We believe that everyone should feel welcome, respected, and valued  can bring your whole self to MFT, knowing that your unique perspective and experiences are celebrated here. We’re committed to helping you grow—whether you want to develop new skills, progress in your career, or simply make a difference in your community.

We offer equal opportunities for everyone, and we’ll support you with training, development, and a caring environment where your health, wellbeing, and safety matter. Most importantly, you’ll be part of a team where working together and supporting each other is everything. You’ll make new friends, build strong relationships, and have a real voice in shaping the future of our Trust.

At MFT we’re All Here For You - every step of the way. Join us today.

Name:
Stephanie Jones

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Dental Nurse Manager
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