Job overview
Please note this job does not meet the requirements for work visa sponsorship and as such we will be unable to progress your application if you do not have the right to work in the UK.
Porters play a vital role in providing an excellent service to all teams, primarily working alongside catering and domestic staff.
They can be the first point of contact and need to be compassionate, caring, respectful and be able to assist with confidence and good communication skills.
Please note this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received, we advise you submit your application early to avoid disappointment.
Main duties of the job
Porters play a vital role in providing an excellent service to all teams.
They can be the first point of contact and need to be compassionate, caring, respectful and be able to assist with confidence.
- Delivery of post.
- Receiving NHS stores and other deliveries onto site and store away.
- Collection of patient prescriptions.
- Moving of deceased patients to mortuary.
- Cleaning/tidying of areas e.g. car parks, etc.
- Taking delivery of bio-fuel.
- Setting up of meeting rooms.
- Delivering patients meals from main kitchen to wards e.g breakfasts, etc.
- Hanging of disposable curtains
- Cleaning of windows internal & external
- Working to SCHT policies and guidelines.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further information on the role.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous portering experience
- Experience of dealing with the general public
- Exprience of dealing with vulnerable people
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- General awareness of health and safety in the workplace to include knowledge of cross infection, and lifting and handling skills.
- Good communication skills
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate good numeracy and literacy skills.
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This advert is for Bank Porter with Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust in Shrewsbury, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £25,272 pro rata / per annum. The contract type is Bank. The application deadline is 17 Jul 2026.
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