Hospital Porter — Flexible Shifts & On‑the‑Job Training

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE); Sunderland; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A NHS subsidiary company seeks a dedicated Porter in Sunderland. The role involves assisting with various portering tasks across multiple sites, including patient transport and answering calls at the helpdesk. Candidates should have good communication skills and the flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays. Basic numeracy and literacy are required, as is a full UK driving license.

Benefits

Access to Fitness Centre

Cycle to work scheme

Childcare Co-ordinator support

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, staff, and visitors.
• Flexible approach to tasks and hours of work, including weekends and public holidays.
• Experience working with the general public.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the efficient provision of Portering Services to staff, patients, and visitors.
• Using electronic task allocation to carry out duties.
• Undertake patient transport duties ensuring patient modesty and safety.

Skills

Effective communication

Flexible approach

Basic IT Skills

Education

Literacy Level 2 (equivalent to GCSE Grade C)

Numeracy Level 2 (equivalent to GCSE Grade C)

UK Full driving license

Job description

A NHS subsidiary company seeks a dedicated Porter in Sunderland. The role involves assisting with various portering tasks across multiple sites, including patient transport and answering calls at the helpdesk. Candidates should have good communication skills and the flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays. Basic numeracy and literacy are required, as is a full UK driving license.