Porter

TN United Kingdom; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated porters to provide essential services within a hospital environment. This role is vital for supporting both clinical and non-clinical operations, ensuring the efficient movement of patients, equipment, and goods. With a focus on delivering excellent service, successful candidates will enjoy a range of benefits, including generous holiday allowances and private healthcare. Join a diverse and inclusive team committed to fostering professional growth and development while making a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private healthcare covering pre-existing conditions

Hospital discounts for friends and family

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay

Non-contributory life insurance

Access to discounts and rewards

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Maths and English GCSE at grades A to C or equivalent functional skills level 2.
• Proficient in PC use and customer-facing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient porter services to support clinical and non-clinical operations.
• Respond to operational needs and perform patient and goods movement.

Skills

Maths and English GCSE

PC proficiency

Customer-facing experience

Portering experience

Education

GCSE or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

This role involves providing porter services within a hospital setting, supporting clinical and non-clinical operations to ensure efficient service delivery. Porters are expected to deliver excellent service to patients and departments, respond flexibly to operational needs, and perform various tasks such as patient, equipment, and goods movement.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Maths and English GCSE at grades A to C or equivalent functional skills level 2 evidence
• Proficient in PC use, including software and systems
• Front-line customer-facing experience
• Previous portering experience in healthcare, hotel, or hospitality settings (preferred)

Duties of this role include:

• Supporting clinical and non-clinical services by providing efficient porter services
• Responding positively to hospital operational needs, including deployment across various facilities and shifts
• Performing general and ad hoc tasks such as patient, equipment, and goods movement
• Explaining hospital facilities and services to patients and visitors

Salary & Benefits

Circle Health Group offers competitive salaries and a wide range of benefits, including:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
• Private healthcare covering pre-existing conditions
• Hospital discounts for friends and family
• Family-friendly policies with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Non-contributory life insurance
• Access to discounts, rewards, and wellbeing resources
• Recognition programs and professional development opportunities

…and much more!

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Circle Health Group is dedicated to creating a diverse workforce and inclusive environment, welcoming candidates from varied backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We are proud members of the Armed Forces Covenant, The Valuable 500, and are a Disability Confident Employer. We aim to foster a workplace where colleagues can thrive, grow, and develop both professionally and personally, guided by our core principles of compassion, collaboration, and innovation.