Housekeeper - AMU | East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust


Company:	East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust
Salary:	£25,272 per annum, pro rata
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Blackburn, BB2 3HH
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	1 Sept 2026
Closing date:	1 Oct 2026

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Summary

We are looking to appoint a Housekeeper to our busy Acute Medical Unit.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, flexible hardworking individual with good organisational skills and the ability to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and colleagues. Experience in a care setting is preferable but not essential as full training and support will be provided.

You should be comfortable working as part of a team and being directed, but equally may be expected to take the lead in some aspects.

Administration skills, IT skills, prioritisation and organisation skills along with excellent communication skills are essential for this role.

You must must have exceptional attention to detail and a willingness to work around the needs of the team and organisation.

Our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 600,000 patients a year from the most serious of emergencies to planned operations and procedures. We employ over 8,000 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work and achievements.

• the organisation and participation at meal times

• ensuring the unit is kept to a high standard of cleanliness in keeping with infection control guidelines

• ensuring stock levels are maintained and stock takes are completed

• reporting of faults, monitoring repairs and maintenance

• ensuring general tidiness of the unit is maintained providing a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors

• attend mandatory training

This advert closes on Tuesday 15 Sep 2026

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