Support Services Assistant (Porter)

NHS; Machynlleth; Remote; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Powys Teaching Health Board in Machynlleth is recruiting a Porter (Band 2) for full-time 37.5 hours per week, including evenings, alternate weekends and bank holidays. Salary is £26,300 per annum.

You will work closely with clinical staff and other departments, with emphasis on health and safety and training provided. Welsh language skills are welcomed and supported through training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Literacy and Numeracy L1 or equivalent.
• Level 2 NVQ in cleaning services or equivalent or willingness to attain.
• Level 2 in numeracy and literacy or willingness to attain.

Responsibilities

• The Porter Assistant undertakes porter and housekeeping duties to support Hotel Services and other departments.
• Occasionally support wider Hotel Services team with catering or cleaning tasks.

Skills

Good communication skills

Motivated and reliable

Health & safety awareness

Education

Literacy & Numeracy L1

Level 2 NVQ in cleaning services

Willingness to achieve Level 2 in numeracy & literacy

Job description

Main area Porter Grade Band 2 Contract Permanent: Working days, evenings and every other weekend and bank holidays as they fall. 8am-4pm and 11am-7pm are the shift hours Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Shift Work including evenings and every other weekend) Job ref 070-EA036-1026

Employer Powys Teaching Health Board Employer type NHS Site Bro Ddyfi Community Hospital Town Machynlleth Salary £26,300 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 26/10/2026 23:59

Be part of a 'Healthy Caring Powys' and help us transform the way we provide health and care, so our communities can Start Well, Live Well and Age Well.

Job overview

We are looking to recruit a porter role for Machynlleth Hospital.

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.

Main duties of the job

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 to support the wider Hotel Services Team as directed e.g. catering or cleaning tasks.

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don’t speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don’t worry: the health board will support you with training.

Working for our organisation

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.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Person specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

• 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
• 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

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

Aptitude and Abilities

• 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.
• Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.

Values

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

Other

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

As a Health Board we embrace diversity and inclusion. We offer a supportive and welcoming place to work which is free from discrimination and fair in all our working practices.

We’ll value your contribution whether you’re looking for your first job, an apprenticeship, re-entering the workforce or looking for a career change. Powys Teaching Health Board warmly welcomes all.

You can complete your application in Welsh or English, it’s entirely your choice. Once you’ve applied, we will keep you updated on the progress of your application, so be sure to check your emails regularly.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Sally Davies Job title Facilities Coordinator Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 07850976291 Additional information

Aled Fletcher, supervisor, 01650 705212/5200