Housekeeper(UK Visa Sponsorship)
Job Description
Overview
This is an excellent opportunity to join the Hotel Services team as a Housekeeper within a specialist mental health and learning disability Trust. The role is focused on maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment that supports patient recovery and wellbeing.
You will play a vital part in ensuring high standards of cleanliness and food service across patient, staff, and communal areas, contributing directly to a positive care experience.
 Key Responsibilities
As a Housekeeper, your day-to-day duties will include:
- Cleaning clinical, office, and shared spaces to a high standard
- Supporting basic catering and food service tasks
- Using cleaning chemicals and equipment safely and effectively
- Carrying out deep-cleaning procedures when required
- Maintaining hygiene standards in line with infection control policies
- Supporting a safe and comfortable environment for patients and staff
- Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- Responding flexibly to service needs, including additional shifts when required
 Working Pattern
- Hours: 24 hours per week (part-time)
- Shifts: Between 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Days: Monday to Sunday, including bank holidays
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Friendly, approachable, and compassionate
- Reliable, organised, and flexible
- Motivated with a strong work ethic
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Comfortable working in a mental health environment
- Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and care
 Essential Requirements
Qualifications
- Level 2 in Numeracy and Literacy (GCSE equivalent)
- IT skills equivalent to Level 2
- Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2 (or willingness to achieve within 12 months)
Experience
- Practical experience in cleaning duties
- Familiarity with cleaning equipment and materials
- Experience (paid or voluntary) in mental health or learning disability settings
Knowledge & Skills
- Understanding of health & safety and COSHH regulations
- Awareness of infection prevention and cleaning standards
- Strong attention to detail
- Good communication and time management skills
- Ability to follow procedures and prioritise tasks
 Desirable Criteria
- NVQ Level 2 in Housekeeping
- Experience working in a hospital environment
- Knowledge of national cleanliness standards and PLACE assessments
 About the Organisation
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health and learning disability services across several regions in England. The Trust is committed to delivering compassionate, person-centred care while supporting recovery and wellbeing.
Their approach focuses on listening to patients, involving families, and continuously improving services to meet community needs.
 Important Information
- Right to Work in the UK is required
- This role does NOT offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship
- A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required
 Useful GOV.UK Resources
Here are some helpful official resources related to this role:
- GOV.UKÂ
- Right to work in the UKÂ
- DBS checks explainedÂ
- Skilled Worker visa guidance
- Workplace health and safety (COSHH)
