Porter, Administrative​/Clerical

Job Summary

2 x 20 Hour posts. CHoICE Facilities Services are seeking a passionate, hardworking and reliable individual to join our team and fulfil the role of a Porter. The role offers an exciting opportunity for motivated, flexible, task-focused individuals with excellent communications skills. We provide full on-the-job training and opportunities for progression within CHoICE.

As a Porter you would be responsible for assisting in the efficient and effective provision of Portering Services to staff, patients and visitors. CHoICE Facilities Services work to deliver high-quality, safe, cost-effective services and to attract and retain employees who are proud to recommend our services.

The successful candidate will be fully flexible to work shifts covering a 24/7 service including weekends, night shifts, bank holidays and be flexible to cover sickness and annual leave at short notice. The primary base of work would be Sunderland Royal Hospital and the successful candidate may on occasion be asked to cover other sites if the service requires.

Sunderland Royal Hospital, Kayll Road, Sunderland, SR4 7TP

• Using electronic task allocation device (radio) to carry out duties.
• Using computers to carry out online training.
• Answering telephone at helpdesk and responding to customer enquiries.
• Collecting specimens from wards and departments to Pathology and return of specimens if required.
• Collecting, delivering and processing post for onward distribution.
• Delivering of pharmacy to wards and departments.
• Undertaking patient transport duties between wards and departments ensuring patient modesty and safety at all times.
• Transporting deceased patients from wards to the Mortuary using concealment trolleys.
• Assisting in the transfer, moving and disposal of equipment and furniture.

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE) is a wholly owned subsidiary of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT). CHoICE provides a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services and employs staff in roles including cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement and pharmacists. CHoICE is committed to a flexible working environment and offers benefits such as a Fitness Centre, cycle to work scheme and childcare support where possible.

Essential

• Basic Numeracy and Literacy education

Desirable

• Literacy Level 2 (equivalent to GCSE Grade
  
  C)
• Numeracy Level 2 (equivalent to GCSE Grade
  
  C)
• UK Full driving licence

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, staff and visitors.

Desirable

• Flexible approach to tasks and hours of work, including weekends, shift patterns and public holidays
• Basic IT Skills

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a DBS disclosure will be required where applicable.

Salary: £26,101 per year pro rata for part time.

Contract:

Permanent. Working pattern:
Part-time.

Please include a telephone number on your application form to facilitate quick contact if required.

Note:

This posting is for a Porter role with primary duties at Sunderland Royal Hospital. Other CHoICE sites may be required depending on service needs.