Support Services Assistant (Porter)

Nhs View All Jobs; Machynlleth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Powys Teaching Health Board is seeking a Porters Assistant to assist with porter and housekeeping duties, providing logistical support to Hotel Services and other departments. You will work closely with clinical staff, follow health and safety procedures, and participate in training as required.

The role emphasizes reliability, communication, and flexibility to meet changing priorities and busy ward environments across the site in Wales.

Qualifications

• Literacy and Numeracy L1 or equivalent.
• Complete induction, health and safety training, fire training, moving/handling skills.
• Knowledge of site policies and basic food hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Undertake porter and housekeeping duties to support Hotel Services.
• Provide logistical support to Hotel Services and other departments.
• Work with clinical staff and other departments, ensuring safety.

Skills

Literacy & Numeracy L1

Teamwork

Communication skills

Health & Safety awareness

Education

Level 2 NVQ in cleaning services

Level 2 numeracy & literacy

Job description

The Porter Assistant is responsible to the Hotel Services Supervisor to undertake a range of porter and housekeeping duties, with the aim to provide logistical support to the Hotel Services and other departments. In addition to periodically support the wider Hotel Services Team as directed e.g. catering or cleaning tasks., You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or

You will need to be a motivated and reliable individual with good communication skills. As part of the role you will be working closely with clinical staff and other various departments. A good understanding of health and safety is essential. Any training requirements will be given.

Qualifications and/or Knowledge Essential

• Literacy and Numeracy L1 or equivalent
• Knowledge gained on corporate and local induction, completion of internal training programme within 6/8 weeks, to include: Appropriate Health and Safety Training. Fire Training. Moving and handling skills. Cleanliness Champion training. Knowledge of policies and procedures. Knowledge of the site. Basic food hygiene. Successful completion of agreed minimum training within the first 12 months of employment

Desirable

• To have gained a Level 2 NVQ in cleaning services or equivalent or are willing to participate in further training to achieve it.
• To have gained a Level 2 in numeracy and literacy or equivalent or are willing to participate in further training to achieve it..

Experience Essential

• Knowledge of or willingness to be trained in work procedures, practices and equipment for a Porter role and associated tasks.

Aptitude and Abilities Essential

• To be able to perform independently or as part of a team whilst demonstrating the values and behaviours expected of the organisation.
• To be able to follow instructions and organise own work to meet the team objectives, adapting work to meet any changing priorities which may need to meet tight timeframes.

Desirable

• Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn., Able to demonstrate the essential values and commitment required to delivering a high-quality service for patients and staff., Ability to travel within geographical area.

Values Essential

• Able to demonstrate the essential values and commitment required to delivering a high-quality service for patients and staff.

Other Essential

• Ability to travel within geographical area.
• Able to have a flexible approach to work hours to meet needs of the service

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

Person Specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge Essential

• Literacy and Numeracy L1 or equivalent
• Knowledge gained on corporate and local induction, completion of internal training programme within 6/8 weeks, to include: Appropriate Health and Safety Training. Fire Training. Moving and handling skills. Cleanliness Champion training. Knowledge of policies and procedures. Knowledge of the site. Basic food hygiene. Successful completion of agreed minimum training within the first 12 months of employment

Desirable

• To have gained a Level 2 NVQ in cleaning services or equivalent or are willing to participate in further training to achieve it.
• To have gained a Level 2 in numeracy and literacy or equivalent or are willing to participate in further training to achieve it..

Experience Essential

• Knowledge of or willingness to be trained in work procedures, practices and equipment for a Porter role and associated tasks.

Aptitude and Abilities Essential

• To be able to perform independently or as part of a team whilst demonstrating the values and behaviours expected of the organisation.
• To be able to follow instructions and organise own work to meet the team objectives, adapting work to meet any changing priorities which may need to meet tight timeframes.

Desirable

• Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn., Able to demonstrate the essential values and commitment required to delivering a high-quality service for patients and staff., Ability to travel within geographical area.
• Able to have a flexible approach to work hours to meet needs of the service

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.