Job summary
- Main area
- Portering
- Grade
- GMS Band A
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 318-25-GMS0304
- Employer
- Gloucestershire Managed Services
- Employer type
- Private Sector
- Site
- Cheltenham General Hospital
- Town
- Cheltenham
- Salary
- £23,959 (pa pro rata if part-time)
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 24/04/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Waste Porter / Porter, GMS Band A
GMS Band A
GMS provides the estates, facilities, sterile services and materials management services for the Trust. We provide services such as clinical equipment management, provision of facilities services such as catering, domestics, portering and linen, manage the construction and development of new and existing healthcare buildings and manage the building, engineering and grounds services.
GMS aims to provide a best value customer service which ensures a safe, compliant and sustainable environment, and that supports our customers to be efficient and effective in patient care.
Job overview
Are you looking for a hands-on role in a hospital setting where you can make a directly impact patient care and contribute to the smooth running of hospital activities? We are seeking reliable and adaptable Waste Porters / Porters to join our team at Cheltenham General Hospital. This is a vital and varied role within the hospital, supporting the transportation of patients, equipment, and essential supplies.
There are two vacancies available:
1. 15 hours per week: Saturday & Sunday day shifts, 2 x 7.5 hours.
2. 37.5 hours per week: Monday - Friday day shifts, 5 x 7.5 hours
PLEASE INDICATE IN YOUR APPLICATION FORM WHICH ROLE YOU ARE APPLYING FOR, OR WHETHER YOU WOULD BE WILLING TO BE CONSIDERED FOR BOTH POSTS.
Please note this job will attract GMS Terms and Conditions of Service (TCS)
Please see attached TCS for reference
Main duties of the job
As a Waste Porter / Porter, you will play a key role in the daily operations of the hospital by performing essential tasks including:
- Waste Management: Safely and professionally collecting and disposing of waste throughout the hospital, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental protocols.
- Patient Transport: Safely transporting patients using wheelchairs, trolleys, stretchers, or beds, including escorting patients when required.
- Transport & Logistics: Moving medical records, specimens, pharmacy items, medical gases, and essential hospital supplies. Collecting and delivering hospital equipment, furniture, linen, waste, and blood products.
- Emergency & Clinical Support: Assisting in medical emergencies (e.g., cardiac arrests), helping with patient transfers, and transporting deceased patients to the mortuary with dignity
- Safety & Compliance: Conducting risk assessments on equipment before use, following infection control procedures, and adhering to health & safety protocols, including the safe handling of medical gases.
- Operational Duties: Driving departmental vehicles on-site, reporting equipment defects, and using IT systems for work-related tasks.
- Team Collaboration: Working closely with colleagues, supervisors, and managers to ensure high service standards and respond effectively to emergencies.
Working for our organisation
Gloucestershire Managed Services (GMS) is a subsidiary of Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (GHNHSFT), we provide a wide range of Estates and Facilities services across all GHNHSFT properties.
At GMS, we are committed to creating a supportive and dynamic environment where our staff can thrive. As a Waste Porter / Porter, you will be part of a dedicated team that contributes to the smooth running of the hospital and ensures high standards of care for our patients.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
This is a physically demanding role requiring lifting and moving heavy loads. You will work both indoors and outdoors, often in challenging conditions, including cold, heat and exposure to unpleasant environments.
The role includes shift patterns, including nights, weekends and bank holidays as part of a rota. Key responsibilities include:
- Adhering to infection control and health & safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for both staff and patients.
- Maintaining a high level of professionalism while transporting patients and handling sensitive situations, including medical emergencies and deceased patients.
- Collaborating effectively with your team and other departments to ensure efficient service delivery and patient care.
If you’re looking for a challenging role in a hospital environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Maths GCSE (or equivalent)
- English GCSE (or equivalent)
Desirable criteria
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Customer Services or a related field
- NVQ Level 2 and competence-based qualifications in Healthcare Support Services
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience in customer service
- Experience working independently and as part of a team
- Experience in manual handling
- Experience using IT systems (including Microsoft Outlook)
Desirable criteria
- Experience in portering or healthcare support services
Knowledge/ Skills
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to prioritise and manage workload.
- IT Skills (including Microsoft Outlook).
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of infection control and waste policies
Applicant requirements
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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Penny Bickerstaff
- Job title
- Workforce Officer
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07977 787082
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