Porter

NHS National Services Scotland; Irvine; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-established healthcare provider in Irvine is seeking a Porter for a permanent position at Ayrshire Central Hospital. The role includes transportation of supplies, meal delivery, security monitoring, and waste management. Candidates should be physically fit and possess strong customer care and communication skills. A full UK driving license is essential. This position offers a minimum of 19.73 hours per week with no guaranteed additional hours, depending on shift patterns.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential for this role.
• Previous experience is desirable, but full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Transport linen, specimens, stores, equipment and supplies.
• Coordinate all internal and external mail.
• Assist in incidents related to violence and aggression.

Skills

Physically fit

Strong customer care skills

Communication skills

Ability to use initiative

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Overview

Who we are: NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way. To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net).

Position

An opportunity has arisen for a Porter based at Ayrshire Central Hospital on a permanent basis.

What you will do

The general role of the porter/driver is varied and includes duties such as driving, meal delivery, item delivery, security (monitoring CCTV, patrolling premises, locking and securing areas, issuing keys, assisting with gritting), waste management, and occasional transfer of patients within hospital areas. You will transport linen, specimens, stores, equipment and supplies, and coordinate all internal and external mail. You will also assist as a presence in incidents related to violence and aggression. Full training will be provided.

For further information on the role please view the job description.

Knowledge, training and/or experience required

• Applicants should be physically fit and have a flexible attitude towards working hours and shift patterns.
• Strong customer care and communication skills.
• Ability to use own initiative to anticipate and make appropriate decisions.
• Expected to work with minimal supervision.
• A full UK driving licence is essential for this role.
• Previous experience is desirable, but full training will be provided.

Hours

A minimum of 19.73 hours per week are provided on a week to week basis and there is no guarantee of additional hours; depending on leave requirements, up to 37 hours may be possible. Hours are allocated over 7 days with differing shift patterns.

If you want to find out more about the role, please contact [e-mail]

Additional information for overseas candidates

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement to demonstrate the relevant permission to work. This permission is granted by the UK Visas and Immigration Service. Further information can be found in the attached Candidate Information Pack. It is essential that you have checked that you have the right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible for sponsorship BEFORE submitting your application. The Recruitment Team cannot answer individual queries at application stage about sponsorship; please visit the NHS Careers information page for further details.

Additional information for all candidates

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