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Join the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Bank
Are you passionate about delivering excellent customer service and making a difference to patients' experiences? Join the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Bank as a Porter and play a vital role in supporting patient care across one of the UK's leading NHS trusts.
As a Porter, you'll have the flexibility to choose shifts that suit you while working as part of a dedicated team committed to undertaking general portering duties for all wards and departments, providing a professional and quality service to all users, whilst promoting the trusts core values: Kind. Expert. Collaborative. Aspirational, making this a rewarding role where you can have a real impact every day.
Main duties of the job
What You'll Be Doing
Transport patients safely using wheelchairs, stretchers, and beds.
Provide a professional and compassionate service.
Communicate with patients respectfully and sensitively.
Move equipment and supplies safely in line with procedures.
Deliver pharmacy items, specimens, and essential supplies.
Support clinical teams across hospital departments.
Carry out mortuary duties in accordance with Trust policies.
Maintain high standards of safety, confidentiality, and infection control.
Complete records and follow procedures accurately.
Work flexibly across hospital sites and departments.
Support supervisors in delivering an effective service.
Follow Trust policies, including health and safety requirements.
About us
Why Join the Bank?
Flexible working to fit around your lifestyle
Choose the shifts that work for you
Competitive hourly rates
Gain valuable experience within a leading NHS Trust
Work as part of a supportive and friendly team
Make a meaningful contribution to patient care and recovery
Details
- Date posted: 05 October 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £17.81 an hour Band 2 - Hourly Rate includes WTD
- Contract: Bank
- Working pattern: Flexible working
- Reference number: C9290-26-1145
- Job locations: Charing Cross Hospital, Fulham Palace Road, London, W6 8RF, United Kingdom, Hammersmith Hospital, Du Cane Road, London, W12 0HS, United Kingdom, St Mary's Hospital, Praed Street, London, W2 1NY, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
What We're Looking For
Positive and customer-focused attitude.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Professional, caring, and respectful approach to patients and colleagues.
Commitment to health, safety, and patient wellbeing.
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This advert is for Bank Porter - Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust with Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust in London, England. It is listed as a Porter role. The advertised salary is £17.81. The contract type is Bank. The application deadline is 31 Dec 2026.
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