Porter - North Devon

Sodexo; Axminster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global service provider in Axminster is seeking reliable and motivated Porters to join the Healthcare Support Services team. You will ensure the safe transport of patients and assist clinical teams, upholding hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will have good communication skills and a caring attitude. This role offers competitive pay and a supportive team environment with a range of benefits.

Benefits

Mental health and wellbeing resources

Employee Assistance Programme

Free health & wellbeing app

Discounts on high street brands

Retirement savings plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Previous portering or healthcare experience is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to follow instructions and work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport patients between wards and departments.
• Deliver specimens and medical records across the hospital.
• Support clinical teams during emergencies.

Skills

Basic literacy and numeracy skills

Good communication skills

Physically fit

Customer service approach

Education

NVQ Level 1/2

Job description

Overview

We are looking for reliable, caring, and motivated Porters to join our Healthcare Support Services team at North Devon District Hospital. This is a vital role that ensures the safe and efficient movement of patients, equipment, and materials across the hospital, helping to keep essential services running smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport patients via wheelchair, stretcher, or bed between wards and departments.


• Deliver specimens, medical records, pharmacy items, and equipment across the hospital.


• Support clinical teams during emergencies, including attending cardiac arrests with the resus trolley.


• Remove clinical and non-clinical waste, linen, and recycling, ensuring safe and hygienic practices.


• Assist with patient handling and transfers, following safe manual handling procedures.


• Maintain cleanliness of porters\' lodges, equipment, and designated areas.


• Provide professional and courteous assistance to patients, staff, and visitors.


• Uphold health and safety standards, infection control policies, and confidentiality requirements.


• Basic literacy and numeracy skills (NVQ Level 1/2 desirable).


• Previous portering or healthcare experience (desirable but not essential).


• Good communication skills and a strong customer service approach.


• Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and as part of a team.


• Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling tasks.


• Flexible to work across different shifts, including weekends.


• Professional, caring, and respectful attitude at all times.

Benefits

• Mental health and wellbeing resources


• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)


• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access


• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family


• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources


• Retirement savings plan and life insurance


• Full training and protective uniform provided.


• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.


• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.


• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment


• Competitive pay

About Sodexo At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services. We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

Working at Sodexo isn\'t just a job - it\'s a chance to make a difference every day. You\'ll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters.

We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources


• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)


• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access


• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family


• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources


• Retirement savings plan and life insurance


• Full training and protective uniform provided.


• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.


• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.


• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment


• Competitive pay