Domestic Assistant/Porter

NHS National Services Scotland; Melrose; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Scotland is seeking Domestic Assistants/Porters to provide cleaning and portering duties at two locations. The roles are part-time, requiring flexible hours in the evenings. Candidates should demonstrate competence in domestic activities and familiarity with the NHS Behavioral Framework. Relevant rights to work in the UK are essential for application.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate a high level of competence in domestic activities.
• Flexibility and knowledge of the NHS Borders Behavioural Framework.

Responsibilities

• Provide a cleaning service and portering duties.
• Work Monday to Friday from 17:00 to 20:00.

Job description

Overview

General Services Department – Galashiels Health Centre and Roxburgh Street Medical Practice, Galashiels

Domestic Assistant/Porter

Band 2 x 3 posts

2 based in Galashiels Health Centre - 14.9 hours per week (Monday to Friday 17:00-20:00)

1 based in Roxburgh Street Medical Practice - 15 hours per week (Monday to Friday 17:00-20:00)

Permanent

Responsibilities

• Provide a cleaning service and portering duties if required, Monday to Friday 17:00 to 20:00.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Applicants will be required to demonstrate a high level of competence in domestic activities, flexibility and knowledge of the NHS Borders Behavioural Framework.

Pay and Hours

Please note: the salary quoted is for full-time hours (37 hrs per week). For appointments to part-time hours, the salary will be pro-rata.

Other information

• Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check than is currently the case. If the post is assessed as a "regulated role", your appointment will be subject to joining the PVG Scheme. If there is any change to what is currently required, this will be confirmed by the Hiring Manager or Recruitment Team. For more details see Disclosure Scotland Changes.
• To work in the United Kingdom, you must have permission to work in the UK (UKVI).
• NHS Scotland Boards will check eligibility to work in the UK. This can be evidenced through routes including certain visas and EU settled/pre-settled status. For more information see GOV.UK guidance.
• As applicable, sponsorship via a UK Skilled Worker/Health & Care Worker Visa may be possible if the employer is a licensed Sponsor and the post meets salary requirements. See guidance for details.
• It is essential to check you have the right to work in the UK before submitting your application.
• Please note: late applications cannot be accepted.
• NHS Scotland is committed to equality and diversity and encourages applications from all sections of society.