Porter

2gether Support Solutions; Ashford; On-site; GBP 7,800 - 10,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Company pension

Onsite childcare facilities

Cycle to work scheme

Blue Light Card

Employee benefits platform

Discounts on travel

Subsidised bus pass

Health and beauty discounts

Job summary

2gether Support Solutions is seeking a part-time porter for NHS hospital sites in East Kent. The role involves transporting patients, equipment and documents, with a focus on safety, care and efficiency.

Shifts are Monday and Tuesday, 11:00am - 7:00pm (15 hours per week). The ideal candidate is physically fit, communicative, reliable and compassionate, with a patient-centered approach and basic literacy to complete documentation.

Qualifications

• Physically able to lift/move patients and equipment.
• Clear verbal communication with patients and staff.
• Able to follow hospital policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport patients to/from wards, departments and theatres.
• Move medical equipment, supplies and specimens between departments.
• Ensure transport equipment is clean and hygienic.

Skills

Physical fitness

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Job description

2gether Support Solutions is a Facilities and Estates services company providing support to healthcare professionals caring for over 2000 patients daily across multiple East Kent hospital sites. 2gether provides vital services including maintenance, cleaning, catering, procurement, logistics and much more.

The Role:

Porters are the heartbeat of NHS hospitals, making sure crucial goods and items are delivered where they are needed most. They also make sure patients are at the right place at the right time to get the treatment they need. You will provide essential support in the hospital environment by safely and efficiently transporting patients, equipment, and materials to various departments, ensuring a high standard of care and operational efficiency.

This is a permanent, part time position working Monday and Tuesday 11:00am - 7:00pm (15 hours per week).

If you are looking for a rewarding and physically active role, whereby you will be a vital part of the hospital team, showing good communication skills, initiative and self-motivation in your work,

Main Duties:

• Safely transport patients to and from wards, departments, and operating theatres.
• Move medical equipment, supplies, and specimens between departments.
• Ensure cleanliness and hygiene of transport equipment.
• Assist with the handling of deceased patients in a respectful manner.
• Deliver mail, lab results, and other documents as required.
• Comply with the Trust infection and control and health and safety policies
• To liaise with colleagues and patients

The Person:

The ideal candidate will be physically fit, able to perform tasks involving lifting and moving patients and equipment, and possess clear verbal communication skills to interact effectively with patients, staff, and visitors. They should demonstrate strong teamwork, reliability, compassion, and sensitivity to patient privacy. Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays, and basic literacy and numeracy skills to follow instructions and complete documentation are also essential. A proficient level of reading, verbal, and written English is required for this role to ensure effective communication and job performance.

What We Offer:

• Generous Annual Leave: 26 Days + Bank Holidays with the opportunity to buy or sell leave.
• Company Pension
• Onsite Childcare Facilities
• Cycle to Work Scheme:Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts on travel, accommodation, airport parking, holidays, skiing, and travel extras.
• Access to Blue Light Card
• Access to our employee benefits platform
• Subsidised bus pass.
• Savings on health and beauty, gifts, toys, fashion, and entertainment.
• Training and development opportunities, including functional skills training.

Bringing a valid form of photo identification is required for your interview. Unfortunately, we will be unable to proceed if you do not provide an acceptable form of IDWe will cover costs for a DBS check if required for the role.

Social values are at the core of 2getherSupportSolutions. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that truly represents our local communities. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage and support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and beyond, ensuring equal opportunities for all.