Porter

Job Summary

We are looking for a compassionate and driven individual to join our team as a Porter. The role involves supporting the delivery of hospital operations by transporting patients, moving equipment, and providing essential support services.

Key Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely and compassionately around the site using beds, wheelchairs, or trolleys.
• Move equipment and furniture between wards to ensure smooth operations.
• Collect and deliver essential supplies and samples to support patient care.
• Perform postal service and messenger duties to maintain communication across departments.
• Collect and dispose of waste to maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Respond to emergency situations calmly and efficiently.
• Communicate effectively, answer telephones courteously, and provide messages quickly and accurately.
• Work as part of a supportive team following the roster set by the Site Portering Supervisor.
• Work up to 37.5 hours per week on a rota shift pattern that includes nights and weekends, with pay enhancements for unsociable hours.

Recruitment Requirements

• Pass a Maths and English assessment.

Qualifications

No formal qualifications are required; full training will be provided.

• Good level of education and clear understanding of English Language and literature is desirable.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Awareness of health and safety when moving patients and equipment.

Experience

• Previous portering experience or service industry experience.
• Good customer relationship skills.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team.

Special Requirements

• Ability to move and lift heavy objects such as beds, wheelchairs, and meal trolleys.
• Ability to adapt to service requirements and work under pressure.
• Willingness to work a variety of shift patterns, including nights and weekends.
• Must have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the post.
• Role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

Skills and Knowledge

• Work using own initiative and within a multidisciplinary team.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.