Porter

Benenden Hospital Trust; Benenden; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Subsidised eye tests

Free Flu vaccinations

Subsidised on site Restaurant

Membership to Benenden Health

Excellent life assurance

Defined contribution pension upto 10%

Job summary

Benenden Hospital is seeking a reliable Porter to join our busy team. You will safely transport patients, beds, equipment and supplies throughout the hospital, while delivering outstanding customer service in a fast-paced environment.

This role supports clinical departments, handles waste streams and helps during emergencies. A full UK driving licence is required, and we value flexibility, teamwork and a patient-centred approach.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Positive, can-do attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads.
• Caring and professional approach when interacting with patients, visitors and colleagues.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Previous experience in a customer service, logistics, healthcare or operational environment would be advantageous.
• Defined contribution pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10%.
• Membership to Benenden Health which offers a wide range of benefits, discounts and activities.
• Excellent Life Assurance benefit
• Free parking
• Subsidised eye tests
• Free Flu vaccinations
• Free tea and coffee
• Subsidised on site Restaurant

Responsibilities

• Safely transport patients, beds, equipment and supplies throughout the hospital.
• Support clinical departments with the movement of specimens, instruments and patient records.
• Assist with the collection and transportation of waste streams in accordance with hospital procedures.
• Drive hospital vehicles to transport equipment and supplies on and off site.
• Assist during emergency situations and support the wider hospital team as required.
• Maintain high standards of safety, professionalism and customer service at all times.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Organisation

Driving licence

Customer-facing

Healthcare experience

Job description

Contract type: Permanent Contract, Part time (22 hours)

Job reference: 3052

Be the Team Behind Exceptional Patient Care

Our Porters play a vital role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the hospital. From transporting patients and essential equipment to supporting clinical teams and responding to urgent situations, this is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference every day.

We are looking for a reliable, professional and customer-focused individual to join our busy Porter team. If you enjoy working with people, thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in delivering excellent service, we would love to hear from you.

About us

At Benenden Hospital we put patients at the heart of everything we do. We attract kind, compassionate, and talented people to our ultra-modernprivate hospital, which opened in 1907 and has been rated as Outstanding by the CQC.We hold JAG accreditation for Endoscopy and have a beautiful setting in the middle of the Kent countryside.

Benenden Hospital offers excellent working conditions and facilities. We promote flexible working and a healthy work/life balance. We are committed to professional development and have excellent training and education facilities. We work hard to make sure that everyone at Benenden Hospital feels involved and shares our values and vision for the future.

About the role

As a Porter, you will:

• Safely transport patients, beds, equipment and supplies throughout the hospital.
• Support clinical departments with the movement of specimens, instruments and patient records
• Assist with the collection and transportation of waste streams in accordance with hospital procedures.
• Drive hospital vehicles to transport equipment and supplies on and off site.
• Assist during emergency situations and support the wider hospital team as required.
• Maintain high standards of safety, professionalism and customer service at all times.

We know that great Porters bring different strengths, experiences and perspectives. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including people who are neurodivergent.

We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and working environment. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process or throughout your employment, we'll work with you to provide the support you need to thrive.

Skills and experience required

You will have:

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• A positive, can-do attitude and strong work ethic.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads.
• A caring and professional approach when interacting with patients, visitors and colleagues.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Previous experience in a customer service, logistics, healthcare or operational environment would be advantageous.
• Defined contribution pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10%
• Membership to Benenden Health which offers a wide range of benefits, discounts and activities
• Excellent Life Assurance benefit
• Free parking
• Subsidised eye tests
• Free Flu vaccinations
• Free tea and coffee
• Subsidised on site Restaurant

“I love working at Benenden Hospital, it’s a beautiful location in the countryside”, “the whole organisation is supportive”, “it’s the team, the team are amazing”, “Benenden is a bit like a family”, “the whole atmosphere is brilliant”

These are just some of the reasons why more than 400 people work at Benenden Hospital which has a long history of caring since it was founded in 1907.

Closing Date - 7 October 2026

Together, we work hard to maintain a safe, comfortable, patient-focused environment for the people in our care.
All our vacancies are therefore subject to either a Standard or an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service as well as satisfactory reference checks. These procedures need to be completed before all new member of staff can join the hospital.

Full right to work in the UK is required as we do not offer sponsorship as an organisation

We’re committed to providing good quality, compassionate care. Everyone who works with us plays an important role in supporting this, whether patient‑facing or not, and we value the experience, behaviours, and perspectives our people bring.

We’re an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and walks of life. This includes people with disabilities, people from all gender identities, individuals from all ethnic backgrounds, and those who are neurodivergent.

We actively encourage applications from groups that may be under‑represented within our workforce.

We want to understand why you want to work in a hospital environment and how your knowledge, skills, qualifications, and experience align with the role you’re applying for, and how they support a caring and respectful culture. These qualities are best shown through your own experience rather than AI‑generated content. While AI tools may be used for general support, we ask that applications are written in your own words and reflect your true abilities and values.

Taking the time to complete your application carefully and honestly helps us understand your suitability for the role and ensures a fair, open, and values‑based recruitment process.