Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust

Mealtime Assistant / Housekeeper

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs


Inner London, Greater London
Permanent
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GBP 25,272 per year

Posted 10 day(s) ago

Reference: 269-SFT9974


Job summary

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive individual to join our in-patient team based on the Unit. This ward-based role is essential in maintaining a high-quality service by supporting patients' nutritional needs and contributing positively to the overall ward environment. Also, liaise effectively with other departments to coordinate day-to-day patient care and safety.

Please note: we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position.

Main duties of the job

  • To support and assist Sister/Charge Nurse in meeting patients' and visitors' needs through the performing of a variety of duties.
  • To assist patients with spinal cord injury to eat and drink in a safe and timely manner.
  • To consistently maintain a high standard of cleanliness while working with Housekeeping Team.
  • To ensure supplies of essential items are always available

Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.

About us

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust (SFT) is part of the Bath, Swindon and Wiltshire (BSW) Hospitals Group, alongside Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust. Together, we are committed to delivering outstanding, sustainable healthcare through collaboration, innovation and excellent patient care.

With a history spanning more than 250 years, SFT combines a proud heritage with a forward-looking approach to healthcare. We employ more than 4,000 staff, provide around 470 beds and deliver acute, specialist and regional services across Wiltshire and beyond.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where colleagues feel valued, developed and empowered to reach their potential. Flexible working helps colleagues balance work and personal commitments while meeting the needs of patients.

We offer NHS benefits including the NHS Pension Scheme, generous annual leave, staff discounts and onsite facilities.

Salisbury offers an exceptional quality of life, combining a historic city with beautiful countryside, access to the south coast and excellent transport links. Find out more at Experience Salisbury.

Details
Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year Per Annum Pro rata if part time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

269-SFT9974

Job locations

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust

Odstock Road

Salisbury

SP28BJ

United Kingdom


Job description
Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.

Job description
Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.

Person Specification
Experience
Essential
  • Experience of food service
Desirable
  • Experience of food service in a busy Healthcare setting
Experience
Essential
  • Experience of working as ateam
Desirable
  • experience of working as a team in a Healthcare setting
Experience
Essential
  • Proven communication skills
Desirable
  • Proven communication skill with in a healthcare team
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
  • Experience of food service
Desirable
  • Experience of food service in a busy Healthcare setting
Experience
Essential
  • Experience of working as ateam
Desirable
  • experience of working as a team in a Healthcare setting
Experience
Essential
  • Proven communication skills
Desirable
  • Proven communication skill with in a healthcare team
Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details
Employer name

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust

Odstock Road

Salisbury

SP28BJ

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.salisbury.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details
Employer name

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust

Odstock Road

Salisbury

SP28BJ

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.salisbury.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)