Porter

NHS; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Merthyr Tydfil is seeking Porters for a 12-month fixed term role at Prince Charles Hospital. Responsibilities include the collection and delivery of medical supplies, waste management, and support for cleaning services. Applicants should be physically capable and any previous experience in a similar role is advantageous. This role offers a competitive salary within the NHS pay scale.

Benefits

Generous leave

Flexible work

Career growth

Access to ongoing learning and development

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role either in or out of NHS is desirable.
• Knowledge of Porter duties is advantageous.
• Welsh Language Skills (Level 3 and above/B2) are desirable for this role.

Responsibilities

• Collection and delivery of specimens.
• Medical gas cylinder delivery and collection.
• Waste management duties.
• Driving duties.

Skills

Physically able to carry out strenuous Porter duties

Knowledge of Manual Handling

Job description

Job summary

Two fixed term opportunities have arisen to join our busy Portering department in Prince Charles Hospital. The positions will consist of working a rota pattern of 12 hourly shift rotation & or 8hr hourly shift pattern Monday to Friday .

These posts will be fixed term for 12 months to cover service needs

The postholder will be expected to do the following:

• The collection and delivery of specimens.
• Medical gas cylinder delivery and collection.
• Medical device transfers.
• Waste management duties.
• Postroom duties.
• Driving duties.
• Mortuary transfers.

Please note that the above is representative of the expected duties, but the list is not meant to be exhaustive.

Main duties of the job

Porter services comprise of operational duties associated with waste, transport, mail, support to cleaning services and general hospital porter duty functions.

The role will also contribute to the provision of healthcare for the Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB) by delivering a porter service which meets all organisational and legislative standards and support the Facilities Unit commitment to quality standards.

Support the Porter Services Supervisor and Porter Team Leader in supervising the provision of Porter Services delivery that is managed from a Facilities Centre based at the hospital and ensuring a high quality service is delivered to patients, staff and visitors in accordance with service specifications.

Post holder will be required to perform supplementary duties to respond to service needs and that are appropriate to the Facilities services and in line with their grade.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

o We listen, learn, and improve

o We treat everyone with respect

o We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Details Date posted

29 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,833 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

110-EA113-0725

Job locations

Prince Charles Hospital

Gurnos

Merthyr Tydfil

CF47 9DT

Job description Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesnt mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health.

Job description Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesnt mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health.

Person Specification Shortlisting Criteria Essential

• Physically able to carry out strenuous Porter duties

Desirable

• Able to confirm that have worked in a similar role either in or out of NHS
• Knowledge of Porter duties
• Knowledge of Manual Handling / or relevant ongoing training
• Welsh Language Skills (Level 3 and above/B2) are Desirable for this Role.

Worked in a similar role before Essential

• Worked in a similar role before

Person Specification Shortlisting Criteria Essential

• Physically able to carry out strenuous Porter duties

Desirable

• Able to confirm that have worked in a similar role either in or out of NHS
• Knowledge of Porter duties
• Knowledge of Manual Handling / or relevant ongoing training
• Welsh Language Skills (Level 3 and above/B2) are Desirable for this Role.

Worked in a similar role before Essential

• Worked in a similar role before

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details Employer name

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Prince Charles Hospital

Gurnos

Merthyr Tydfil

CF47 9DT

Employer's website

https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Prince Charles Hospital

Gurnos

Merthyr Tydfil

CF47 9DT

Employer's website

https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)