Endoscopy Porter/ Housekeeper | St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

st georges nhs trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Endoscopy Porter/Housekeeper to support the Endoscopy Unit. You will assist with patient flow, room preparation and turnaround, transport of equipment and supplies, and stock control to maintain a clean, safe, and efficient environment for patients and staff.

The role emphasises infection prevention, patient dignity, and teamwork with the nursing staff.

Qualifications

• Experience or familiarity with hospital portering and housekeeping duties.
• Ability to assist with patient movement while maintaining dignity and safety.
• Commitment to infection prevention and control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Transfer and escort patients safely within the Trust, ensuring privacy and confidentiality.
• Assist with patient movement and manual handling per policies.
• Transport notes, specimens, equipment and other items as required.
• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness in the Endoscopy Unit and recovery areas.
• Assist with waste disposal and infection prevention practices.
• Prepare and restock clinical areas with supplies and consumables.
• Receive, unpack, store, and rotate stock deliveries.
• Support equipment maintenance and cleaning of wheelchairs and trolleys.
• Report faults and arrange repairs through Trust systems.
• Provide refreshments and a comfortable environment for patients.

Skills

Portering

Housekeeping

Patient handling

Waste management

Infection prevention

Job description

Endoscopy Porter/ Housekeeper | St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

We are seeking a motivated and reliableEndoscopy Porter/Housekeeperto join our friendly Endoscopy team. The post holder will play a key role in supporting the safe and efficient running of the unit by assisting with patient flow, room preparation and turnaround, equipment transportation, stock management, and maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.

Working as part of the multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate will help ensure high standards of patient care, infection prevention, and operational efficiency are maintained throughout the Endoscopy service.

• Support the safe and efficient running of the Endoscopy Unit by undertaking portering and housekeeping duties.
• Assist with the preparation, cleaning, and turnaround of procedure rooms between patients to maintain service flow.
• Transport patients safely within the department, ensuring privacy, dignity, and comfort at all times.
• Move and deliver equipment, clinical supplies, specimens, and documentation as required.
• Ensure adequate stock levels are maintained and replenish consumables throughout the unit.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in clinical and non-clinical areas in accordance with infection prevention and control procedures.
• Dispose of waste safely and appropriately, including clinical waste, in line with Trust policies.
• Support the decontamination and storage processes for endoscopy equipment as directed.
• Carry out routine checks of equipment and report any faults or concerns to the appropriate person.
• Assist the multidisciplinary team in maintaining a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Comply with all Trust policies, including health and safety, infection prevention, manual handling, safeguarding, and confidentiality requirements.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role, supporting the operational needs of the Endoscopy service.

This role is essential in maintaining patient flow, maximising room utilisation, and ensuring a high-quality patient experience within the Endoscopy Unit.

St George’s, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George’s Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).

After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.

At gesh we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

The Endoscopy Porter/Housekeeper supports the smooth running of the Endoscopy Unit by assisting with patient transfers, maintaining a clean and safe environment, managing stock and supplies, and supporting the nursing team with non-clinical duties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Transfer and escort patients safely within the Trust, ensuring privacy, dignity, and confidentiality at all times.
• Assist with patient movement and manual handling in accordance with Trust policies.
• Transport patient notes, specimens, equipment, endoscopes, and other items as required.
• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness throughout the Endoscopy Unit, including procedure and recovery areas.
• Assist with waste disposal, linen management, and infection prevention and control procedures.
• Prepare and restock clinical areas, ensuring adequate supplies and consumables are available.
• Receive, unpack, store, and rotate stock deliveries.
• Support the maintenance and cleaning of equipment, wheelchairs, trolleys, and other departmental resources.
• Report equipment faults and arrange repairs through the appropriate Trust systems.
• Support the nursing team in providing refreshments and a comfortable environment for patients.
• Adhere to all Trust policies relating to health and safety, infection prevention, safeguarding, COSHH, and emergency procedures.

The post holder will contribute to maintaining a safe, efficient, and patient-centred environment, supporting the delivery of high-quality Endoscopy services.

This advert closes on Tuesday 24 Nov 2026