Job Title: Ward Host (Ad Hoc / Temp-to-Perm)

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Location: Southampton General Hospital

Contract Types: Ad hoc shifts and Temp-to-Perm opportunities

Shift Patterns: Flexible – various shift patterns available (must be open to different shifts)

Overview

We’re recruiting Ward Hosts to support a busy healthcare setting. This is a customer-facing, service-led role focused on supporting patients and ward teams by delivering high standards of cleanliness, meal service and general ward support. We have both ad hoc shifts (to suit availability) and temp-to-perm roles (with the potential for a longer-term position for the right person).

Key Responsibilities

• Serve meals and refreshments to patients in line with dietary requirements and ward instructions
• Support patients with meal choices and provide a friendly, reassuring service
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across ward areas (e.g., bays, kitchens, equipment)
• Re-stock ward supplies as required (e.g., beverages, consumables)
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures at all times
• Communicate effectively with nursing staff and escalate concerns appropriately
• Work to set schedules while being responsive to changing ward priorities
• Ensure all tasks are completed in line with health & safety and site policies

Essential Requirements

• DBS is a must (valid DBS required and/or willingness to complete one prior to starting, depending on client requirements)
• Right to Work in the UK is required — candidates must be able to provide correct Right to Work documentation before commencing employment
• Ideally have experience in a similar environment (e.g., hospital, care home, catering, cleaning, facilities, hospitality)
• Comfortable in a patient-facing role with empathy and professionalism
• Flexible and open to working different shift patterns (including weekends if required)
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently and as part of a team

What’s on Offer

• £12.71 per hour
• Ad hoc shifts to suit availability
• Temp-to-perm opportunities for the right candidates
• Support throughout onboarding and assignment

Compliance Notes

• Employment is subject to satisfactory DBS, Right to Work checks, and references (where required)