Porter

NHS National Services Scotland; Forfar; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is looking for porters to join the Support Services Department at Whitehills Community Care Centre. The role involves covering all aspects of portering across Angus Locality, requiring good interpersonal and communication skills. Candidates must hold a full Driving Licence and adhere to healthcare standards. This is a full-time position with varied hours.

Qualifications

• Must meet mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland.
• Hold a full Driving Licence for driving NHS vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Join the Portering Team at Whitehills Community Care Centre.
• Ensure efficient service within the hospital.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Job description

Job Opportunity: Portering Role at Whitehills Community Care Centre

NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity within its workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We aim for a workforce that is truly representative and where each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We welcome applications from all sections of society.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for individuals to join The Support Services Department at Whitehills Community Care Centre. You will be part of the Portering Team, covering all aspects of the portering role across Angus Locality.

We are seeking porters with good interpersonal and communication skills to ensure efficient service within the hospital.

You will need to meet the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and adhere to the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.

Candidates must hold a full Driving Licence, as driving NHS vehicles is necessary.

For informal enquiries, please contact:

• Fiona Robbie, Senior Supervisor, Ext 61304 – 01307 475044
• Shirley Black, Ext 65008 – 01356 665008

Hours of work: 37 hours per week, Monday to Sunday, between 0615 and 2100.

Please note: This post does not meet Home Office Guidelines for Sponsorship/Skilled Worker Visa.

Short-listed applicants will be contacted via email. Please check your email regularly, including junk/spam folders.

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