Flexible Hours Shift Porter (52 Annualised Hours)

Transformation Unit; Banbury; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Flexible Hours Shift Porter for Horton General Hospital, Banbury. The role is not full-time and involves a 24-hour rota, including nights and weekends, with enhanced rates for unsocial hours.

You will join the Portering Team to provide 24-hour support across wards and departments. Training is provided, and a 6‑month probation applies. Applicants should live within 30 minutes of the site.

Qualifications

• Educated to GSCE level.
• NVQ Level 2 in support services in healthcare.
• Experience in healthcare environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the shift-based Portering Team across the site.
• Work varied hours including nights, weekends and bank holidays.
• Live within 30 minutes travelling time to the hospital site.
• Read and adhere to the Job Description and Personal Specification.

Skills

Teamwork

English communication

Numeracy

Health & safety basics

Initiative

Customer service

Flexibility

Education

GSCE level

NVQ Level 2 in healthcare support services

Job description

Employer Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Horton General Hospital Town Banbury Salary £22,383 per annum pro rota Salary period Session by session Closing 04/11/2026 23:59 Interview date 16/11/2026

Flexible Hours Shift Porter (52 Annualised Hours)

NHS AfC: Band 2

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

Many of our recruitment programmes useValue Based Interviewingto identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visit www.ouh.nhs.uk/about/vision-and-values

Job overview

The Horton General Hospital, Banbury is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Portering team as a Flexible Hours Shift Porter.

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A FLEXIBLE HOURS POSITION NOT FULLTIME HOURS.

The position will require the post holder to work various hours across a 24hr rota which includes nights, weekends and bank holidays, these will be paid at an enhanced hourly rate.

Main duties of the job

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You will be supporting the shift based Portering Team, providing 24hr Portering support to all wards and departments across the site.

The ideal candidate will live within 30 minutes travelling time to the hospital site.

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Personal Specification, as all applications will be scored against the required criteria.

Training will be provided for successful candidates.

Please note that this post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

All candidates will be contacted with an update on the application. The majority of correspondence will be via the e-recruitment system; therefore you should check your emails regularly including junk mail folders in web-based email products.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Working for our organisation

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury. For more information on OUH please view OUH At a Glance by OUHospitals - Issuu

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel .

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The position will require the post holder to work various hours across a 24hr rota which could include nights, weekends and bank holidays.

Weekday night, Saturday, Sunday and Bank holiday shifts will be paid at an enhanced hourly rate.

The ideal candidate must be able to use their own initiative when working alone or as part of a team and must also be able to demonstrate excellent customer service skills, show a flexible approach to work and be willing to work when required – this can be at short notice.

Person specification

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Able to work with a diverse range of people, e.g. nursing staff, facilities staff, clinical staff, patients, visitors, general public.
• Able to use own initiative within the duties of the post.
• Able to record information accurately.
• Able to communicate effectively in spoken and written English.
• Numeracy skills equivalent to NVQ Level 1
• Basic understanding of health and safety.
• Able to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to work unsocial hours as part of a shift rota.
• Flexible approach to work.
• Willingness to learn.
• Respect for patient privacy, dignity and confidentiality.
• Team player.
• Able to undertake the physical duties of the role.
• Commitment to working the hours to fulfil the requirements of the job, including flexibility of working, where required.
• Able to organise a team if required.
• Ability to motivate self and others if required.
• Basic computer skills
• Basic understanding of departmental duties and responsibilities for a portering role.

Qualifications

• Educated to GSCE level
• NVQ Level 2 in support services in healthcare

Experience

• Previous experience of working in a healthcare environment.
• Previous experience in a similar role.

Sexual Safety Charter : In 2023NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit tothe ten core principles

Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Visa and Immigration: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is able to offer Certificates of Sponsorship for all eligible roles for a Skilled Worker Visa without exception, provided the role meets the minimum salary and skill level criteria set by the Home Office (UKVI). All eligible candidates will be considered with equal consideration at all stages of the application and recruitment process. Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers / Work in the UK - GOV.UK

COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.

Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study. Please note that if you have previously worked for the Trust we will require a reference from your last Manager, this information is essential if your offer of employment is to be confirmed.

To note: Applicants must write their own applications. If AI tools are used, the application may be rejected as this document is crucial for assessment. This does not prevent you from seeking support via AI with applications for the purposes of any disability and/or long-term health conditions.

When using AI to help write your application, it is important to personalise it, especially your supporting statement. While AI can simplify the process, it will not fully understand the job's requirements and/or be able to showcase your skills, knowledge, and experience. Write your statement to show why you are interested in the role and how you would be a valued member of the team/OUH employee.

No unsolicited recruitment agency telephone calls or emails.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

Please note that this job advertisement will close automatically once the application limit is reached, regardless of whether this occurs before the advertised closing date.