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Housekeeper - Surgical Assessment Unit

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Shrewsbury, SY3 8XQ £25,272 a year Permanent Posted 27 August 2026 Apply by 10 September 2026

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Role description

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen to recruit a Housekeepers on a full time and/or part time basis to work on the Surgical Assessment Unit at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. The ward is equipped to care for 38 inpatients and a very busy Surgical Assessment Area.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and hard-working housekeeper who will work as an integral part of the team ensuring a clean, safe and comfortable environment at all times.

You will need excellent interpersonal skills, as you will be liaising with and helping patients throughout the working day. You will also be required to communicate with all levels of staff both face to face and over the phone.

The post holder will be required to maintain stock levels and participate in the ordering of stock. You will also be required to maintain a high level of cleanliness within the ward.

Applicants with previous experience in a health care setting are desirable, however you will need to demonstrate commitment to developing yourself to support the nursing team in caring for patients and ensuring the patient experience is positive.

Main duties of the job

To assist in the smooth running of the ward by promoting a clean and healthy environment.
To be responsible for ensuring adequate stocks of consumables are maintained to meet service requirements and that all equipment within the department is clean and in good working order.
To assist in the transfer of patients and equipment.

About us

Our Poppy's Promise Commitment

We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team -- clinical or non-clinical -- plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.

We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.

Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.

By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values -- ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.

Date posted

27 August 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year per annum/pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-HKS-548-A

Job locations

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Worked to an educational standard that demonstrates an understanding of literacy and numeracy

Desirable

GCSEs Maths and English at grades 9-1 or equivalent qualifications or experience

Knowledge and skills

Essential

Computer skills

Desirable

To have a basic knowledge of a hospital environment and infection control
Knowledge of Oracle ordering system

Experience

Essential

Previous experience in service industry

Desirable

Experience in NHS work

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.