Security - Porter | Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust; Braintree; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility is seeking enthusiastic individuals for Portering and Security roles, providing care to patients, visitors, and staff. Flexibility with shifts, including nights and weekends, is essential. While previous experience is beneficial, full training will be provided. This position involves interacting with the public and supporting clinical activities, ensuring a safe environment at all times.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a portering/security role within a hospital environment would be an advantage, but is not essential.
• Ability to engage positively with a variety of people.

Responsibilities

• Respond to all work requests promptly and efficiently.
• Transport patients to and from wards/departments.
• Maintain high levels of confidentiality and information security.

Skills

Flexibility with shifts

Ability to interact with the public and staff

Commitment to confidentiality

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic individuals to join our Portering and Security Team at Broomfield Hospital. We are expanding our efficient, high-quality service to enhance and improve the care provided to patients, visitors and staff. These posts offer flexibility with a variety of shifts including nights and weekends; we are happy to discuss Full Time and Part Time options.

Previous experience in a portering/security role within a hospital environment would be an advantage, but is not essential as we offer full training and support for all our staff. If you enjoy interacting with a variety of people or prefer an active role rather than an office job, we are looking for you.

Responsibilities

• Respond to all work requests promptly and efficiently, liaising with ward and department staff whilst maintaining awareness of security risks throughout duty.
• Ensure that ad-hoc work (e.g., moving furniture or equipment) is carried out following the Trust manual handling procedures.
• Transport patients to and from wards/departments. Assist staff in patient transfer from beds, trolleys and wheelchairs, maintaining the patient’s comfort and dignity. All movements must be in accordance with the Trust moving and handling policy.
• Maintain awareness of relevant Trust and local policies.
• Comply with all Trust Policies and Procedures including Health and Safety; attend training sessions as prescribed or agreed through staff appraisals.
• Provide a timely and effective post room service, sorting and delivering post as required.
• Carry out routine waste collection as required.
• Exchange empty medical gas cylinders for full on request, following appropriate procedures.
• Provide on-site assistance to members of the public, staff and contractors wishing to park on site.
• Ensure compliance with all Trust policies and procedures relevant to the area of work.
• Maintain high levels of confidentiality and information security, complying with relevant legislation (e.g., Data Protection Act and the Computer Misuse Act).
• Attend security shouts as required (full training to be given) and respond to fire shouts as needed.
• Move gas cylinders and assist with securing the hospital as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering and collecting services that support clinical and non-clinical activities.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Flexibility with shifts, including nights and weekends; opportunities for Full Time or Part Time employment.
• Previous experience in a hospital portering/security role is advantageous but not essential; full training and support are provided.
• Ability to interact with the public and staff, promoting a welcoming and safe environment.
• Commitment to confidentiality and information security in line with Data Protection and related legislation.

Additional Information

For further details about this role, please see the attached job description. We look forward to your application.

This advert closes on Thursday 25 Sep 2025.