Housekeeper - Outpatients

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The closing date is 22 March 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the Outpatient team as a Housekeeper.

You will play a key role in maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness and organisation within the Outpatient Department, including supporting infection‑control procedures, cleaning equipment, assisting with stock ordering, and organising supplies. There will also be opportunities to complete efficacy audits and participate in our SHINE walk‑arounds.

As a Housekeeper, you will support the team by ensuring the OPD environment is clean, safe, comfortable, and well‑organised to deliver high‑quality patient care. The role requires cross‑site working: 8 hours per week at Altrincham OPD and 8 hours per week at Withington OPD.

In return for your hard work and dedication, we offer a friendly, supportive, and experienced clinical team. You will benefit from a clear working structure, regular appraisals, and an innovative service committed to staff development. Clinical governance, research, and audit activities are actively encouraged within the department.

This is a busy and physically active role that requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills. If you are highly motivated, work well within a team, and meet the essential criteria, we encourage you to apply and join our successful organisation.

Main duties of the role include (but are not limited to):

• Ordering required stock and working closely with the Materials Management team
• Organising stock, including clinical and non‑clinical items
• General housekeeping duties, including cleaning, tidying, and maintaining the overall OPD environment, patient couches, and waiting areas
• Overseeing the maintenance of medical devices and reporting any faults appropriately
• Monitoring the condition of fixtures and fittings
• Assisting with ordering and providing patient drinks to support nutritional needs
• Maintaining infection‑control standards within the department
• Escalating concerns through the appropriate channels

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to shape your career.

With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year. Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.

At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high‑quality care and exceptional patient outcomes.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.

At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you're part of something bigger from day one.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

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