Porter

NHS Professionals; Sandford-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Porter to join their team at Littlemore Mental Health Hospital. This temporary role (3-6 months) offers a competitive pay of £12.51 per hour plus enhanced rates for weekends and bank holidays. Responsibilities include transporting patients, assisting with medical supplies, and providing excellent customer service. Strong communication skills and a compassionate approach to patient care are essential. Applicants should hold a full clean UK drivers licence. Flexible shift options are available.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

24/7 essential support

Training and development opportunities

Stakeholder pension scheme

Qualifications

• Must have a full clean UK drivers licence.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Compassionate approach towards patient care.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely within the hospital.
• Assist with the movement of medical equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of transport areas.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Follow health and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams.

Skills

Strong communication skills in English

Customer service experience

Job description

Job Title: Porter

Location: Littlemore Mental Health Hospital OX4 4XN

Shift Pattern: Monday - Sunday working hours between 6am and 5pm.

Pay: £12.51 per hour plus enhanced pay for weekends and bank holidays

Trust: Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust

Overview

Would you like to be a part of a team that works well together, always there to help each other? If you answered yes, Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust is the place for you.

THIS IS A TEMPORARY ROLE FOR 3-6 MONTHS - YOU MUST HAVE A FULL CLEAN UK DRIVERS LICENCE

What you’ll be responsible for

• Transport patients safely and efficiently within the hospital premises.
• Assist with the movement of medical equipment and supplies as required.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of transport areas.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and staff during interactions.
• Follow health and safety protocols to ensure a safe environment for all.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to support patient care effectively.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated customer service experience in a healthcare or similar setting.
• Ability to drive is preferred but not mandatory depending on specific roles.
• A compassionate approach towards patient care and support.

Learning and Development

• An in depth understanding of the roles and responsibilities involved in working within the NHS.
• A sense of teamwork, gained through working alongside and supporting colleagues from all levels, within the organisation.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates - work this week, get paid next week.
• Essential support when you need it - 24/7 365 days - call us anytime.
• Multi locational - work across neighbouring Trusts.
• Manage your shifts and timesheets on the go - access your "My Bank" shift portal anywhere, anytime online or through your smartphone.
• Varied working options to suit your lifestyle - access to the Bank gives you options of ad hoc shifts or longer-term placements.
• Training and development opportunities - Keep up with the essentials and more.
• Stakeholder pension scheme available - a flexible future for you and yours.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

As an equal opportunities' organisation, NHSP is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective Bank members and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender reassignment, or marriage and civil partnership. We believe there is a strong case for the Equality, Diversity and inclusion agenda and we strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply.

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By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability to develop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas.

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