Ward Housekeeper - Band 3

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust Ward Housekeeper - Band 3 The closing date is 03 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Previous applicants need not apply. The post holder will work as an integral part of the ward team. He/she will be responsible for the co-ordination of all client facilities services in the ward area and ensuring a clean, safe and comfortable environment. Main duties of the job The post holder will work as an integral part of the ward team. He/she will be responsible for the co-ordination of all client facilities services in the ward area and ensuring a clean, safe and comfortable environment. The main elements of the role are ensuring the delivery of cleaning, catering, minor maintenance, together with other specified tasks to meet individual client needs as determined by the ward manager/shift coordinator. The post holder will be required to work closely with contractors and support service departments. He/she will monitor quality standards, report deficiencies and ensure requested work is completed. About us Benefits : We are committed to ensuring our staff get the most out of their benefits package and understand the importance of a healthy work life balance. There is an extensive range of excellent benefits for you and your family. We want you to feel like you are part of a close knit team at SLaM. It's important to us that you valued and appreciated and that are why we have a comprehensive benefits package on offer Some of our benefits are highlighted here: Generous pay, pensions and leave, we offer a comprehensive pay, pensions and leave package which is dependent on the role and length of service. Career development, There are plenty of opportunities to progress your career and we support your development through a number of programmes such as mentoring, coaching, positive people management, collective leadership and other talent programmes Car lease, our staff benefits from competitive deals to lease cars Accommodation, our staff benefits from keyworker housing available which is available on selected sites NHS discounts, with discounts up to 10% from a variety of well-known retail brands though Health Service Discounts website. Other benefits include: Counselling services Wellbeing events Long service awards Cycle to work scheme Season ticket loan Staff restaurants Details Date posted 20 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £30,630 to £32,346 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 334-NCL-8131438-MU-A Job locations River House MSU Bethlem Royal Hospital Monks Orchard Road BR3 3BX United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Cleaning Carry out Quality Audits in all areas of the ward reporting directly back to the domestic supervisor and ward manager. To ensure spillages are dealt with swiftly and efficiently. To ensure the ward is safe and tidy at all times e.g. remove clutter, tidy notice boards and remove any old information. Liase with the domestic department for arranging deep cleaning of surfaces and furnishings, informing them when bedrooms need to be cleaned following discharges. Catering To ensure the daily menu is displayed correctly. Assist clients in ordering food and where necessary taking into account special needs and dietary requirements. To support