CHS Porter

Calderdale and Huddersfield Solutions Ltd; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Huddersfield is seeking individuals for a part-time Portering role in the Facilities team. The job involves patient transfers, waste collection, and delivering medical items, all requiring physical fitness and communication skills. Candidates must be self-motivated and able to work under pressure, adapting to varying workloads. This permanent position offers a 30-hour/week schedule with early, late, and night shifts as part of a 7-day rota, including weekends and public holidays.

Qualifications

• Physically fit with ability to perform heavy lifting.
• Experience or willingness to learn all aspects of portering.
• Willingness to undertake a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Transfer patients to wards and departments.
• Collect and transport deceased to the mortuary.
• Deliver case notes and clinical equipment to wards.
• Collect and remove domestic and clinical waste.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Job description

Job Overview

CHS is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our Facilities team within the Portering Services department at the Huddersfield Royal Infirmary. This is a part‑time, permanent role of 30 hours per week, covering a 7‑day rota with early, late and night shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Key Duties

• Transfer patients to wards and departments using wheelchairs, trolleys or beds; assist with patient transfers including use of PAT slides.
• Collect and transport deceased to the mortuary, documenting all work and ensuring the mortuary is opened, secured and cleaned.
• Deliver case notes, clinical equipment and medicines (including controlled drugs) to wards following set procedures; record all jobs on the appropriate paperwork.
• Collect and remove domestic and clinical waste, food trolleys, and other items from wards and departments on schedule.
• Transport medical gear (ultrasound machines, crash trolleys, gas cylinders, etc.) as required.
• Check delivery of B Braun instruments against paperwork and deliver to clinical departments.
• Assist with on‑job training of new staff on portering duties on an ongoing basis.
• Prioritise and work on own initiative, responding to changing workload and demand.
• Assist with cleaning/decontamination of equipment such as wheelchairs and trolleys in line with divisional plans.
• Adapt to new technologies (Capman system) used for task receipt and communication.
• Provide a messenger service for Path Lab reports and X‑ray deliveries to the base file.
• Participate in mandatory training and develop a personal development plan with the Line Manager.
• Maintain professional conduct, including appearance, and comply with all policies, procedures and protocols.
• Support colleagues when staffing shortages require additional service delivery and take scheduled breaks where appropriate.

Working Conditions

• 30 hours per week, part‑time, permanent posts on a 7‑day rota. • Shifts include early, late and night hours, covering weekends and public holidays.

Requirements

• Physically fit with ability to perform heavy lifting.
• Good communication skills and the capacity to work independently and as part of a team.
• Self‑motivated, committed to customer care and quality issues.
• Ability to work under pressure, adapt to changing workloads and respond to changes in demand.
• Experience or willingness to learn all aspects of portering, including waste portering.
• Willingness to undertake a DBS check and, where applicable, obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship if a Skilled Worker visa is required.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted electronically via this website. Please attach references that can verify your employment/education history over the last three years and provide valid email addresses for referees.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Calderdale and Huddersfield Solutions (CHS) are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.

Recruitment Notice

CHS encourages applicants to personalise their applications. Relying solely on AI is not recommended and may reduce your chances of success. If you have used AI technology, please disclose this on your application form.

Additional Information

• DBS costs (Enhanced £54.40, Standard £26.40, Basic £26.40) will be recovered from salary upon commencement. • Enhanced and Standard DBS recipients must also complete the DBS Update Service and pay a £16 annual fee. • Applicants may require a DBS update service if they receive a Standard or Enhanced DBS check. • For visa eligibility, applicants should refer to the GOV.UK “Check if you need a UK visa” page.