Housekeeper
29th September 2025
Position Type: Full-time
Location: Waterfront Private Hospital, Edinburgh
Department: Hospital-Wide
Reports to: Nurse in charge of department
About the Role
Waterfront Private Hospital is a modern medical facility that aims to provide exceptional healthcare in a friendly atmosphere. We are currently seeking dedicated Housekeepers to join our team. This role is essential in maintaining our high standards of cleanliness and patient care, ensuring our hospital environment remains safe, welcoming, and efficiently organised.
Key Responsibilities
- Hospital Environment Management: Ensure cleanliness and appropriate storage of equipment and furnishings, keeping them in good repair
- Linen Management: Maintain linen supplies, ensuring availability, tidiness, and readiness for use
- Kitchen and Nutrition Support: Maintain clean, orderly, and well-stocked patient and staff kitchenettes, monitor fridge temperatures, and assist with meal ordering and distribution
- Stock Control: Order supplies and maintain adequate stock levels throughout the hospital
- Safety Monitoring: Identify and report any faults or risks to patient and staff safety, initiating necessary maintenance work
- Communication: Handle hospital telephone communications and visitor inquiries efficiently
- Team Collaboration: Participate in meetings and contribute to cost-effective practices
- Survey Management: Distribute, collect, and collate ward-based surveys to enhance patient care
- Record Keeping: Track hospital equipment and create clear signage and informational displays
Essential Qualifications & Requirements
- Good standard of English (written and spoken)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Pleasant and friendly personality
- Basic computer skills for effective information management
- Commitment to maintaining patient and staff confidentiality
- Willingness to obtain Food Handling Certificate (training provided)
- Ability to respond effectively to emotionally challenging situations
- Adherence to hospital dress code and professional conduct standards
Desirable Qualifications
- 3 years’ experience in hospital or hospitality settings
- Food Handling Certificate
- SVQ qualifications
- Experience with competence-based practice
About the Successful Candidate
The successful candidate will demonstrate a genuine commitment to maintaining a safe and clean healthcare environment. You will take pride in your work and understand how your role directly contributes to patient wellbeing and recovery. Your attention to detail will ensure all areas of the hospital meet our high standards.
You will be a reliable team player who can work autonomously when needed, managing your own tasks while supporting the wider care team. Your friendly demeanour will help create a welcoming atmosphere for patients, visitors, and staff alike. You’ll be comfortable handling various responsibilities throughout the day, from managing supplies to supporting patient nutrition needs.
How to Apply
Salary Range: Pay Band 2, competitive rates
Closing Date: Open until position is filled (early applications encouraged)
Please submit your completed application form with references to [email protected].
Waterfront Private Hospital is an equal opportunities employer and values diversity in its workforce.
