Hospital Porter: Patient Transport & Support (Flexible Hours)

Independents by Sodexo; Wythenshawe; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health resources

Employee assistance programme

Discounts on high-street brands

Cycle to Work scheme

Flexible working

Job summary

Sodexo is hiring a Porter at Wythenshawe Hospital. You will be essential to daily operations, moving patients, equipment and supplies across the site with professionalism and a patient‑focused approach.

The role requires physical stamina and a calm, adaptable attitude. We offer extensive benefits, pension and training, with 37.5 hours per week across 5 days. Join a supportive NHS-aligned team in Manchester area.

Qualifications

• Stamina to walk or stand for long periods.
• Awareness of health and safety in a hospital setting.
• Calmness under pressure and adaptability to changing tasks.
• Strong team ethic with ability to work independently.
• Understanding of confidentiality and sensitivity in difficult situations.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Helpful, patient-focused attitude and commitment to customer care.

Responsibilities

• Guide patients, visitors and staff to correct locations within the hospital.
• Handle waste collection and recycling while maintaining safety standards.
• Follow all policies, procedures and management systems.
• Safely transport patients between wards using appropriate equipment.
• Deliver specimens, samples and blood products securely.
• Support with respectful transfer of deceased patients.
• Provide additional porter services such as mail delivery, pharmacy runs, moving furniture and stock transport.

Skills

Stamina

Health & safety awareness

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Communication

Customer care

Job description

Sodexo is hiring a Porter at Wythenshawe Hospital. You will be essential to daily operations, moving patients, equipment and supplies across the site with professionalism and a patient‑focused approach.

The role requires physical stamina and a calm, adaptable attitude. We offer extensive benefits, pension and training, with 37.5 hours per week across 5 days. Join a supportive NHS-aligned team in Manchester area.