Hospital Porter & Transporter (Flexible Shifts)

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust; Bury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A health and social care provider in Bury is looking for a Porter/Driver to support the Portering Service at Fairfield General Hospital. The role involves transferring patients, medical supplies, and driving when needed, requiring flexibility for evenings, nights, and weekends. Candidates should have basic maths and English skills and a willingness to learn. Join a dedicated team focused on high-quality care while enjoying a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Annual leave allowance

Flexible working opportunities

Health and wellbeing activities

Qualifications

• Willingness to undertake training and development.
• Driving Licence preferred but not essential.
• Experience dealing with members of the public.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the full range of portering duties, including transferring patients and medical supplies.
• Driving vehicles on and off-site when required.

Skills

Ability to push a patient in beds, trolleys or in a wheelchair along various levels

Able to carry/push items varying in weight up stairs and along different levels

Ability to work alone or within a team

Maintain confidentiality at all times

Understanding of health and safety

Education

Basic Maths and English

Job description

A health and social care provider in Bury is looking for a Porter/Driver to support the Portering Service at Fairfield General Hospital. The role involves transferring patients, medical supplies, and driving when needed, requiring flexibility for evenings, nights, and weekends. Candidates should have basic maths and English skills and a willingness to learn. Join a dedicated team focused on high-quality care while enjoying a competitive benefits package.