Job overview
An opportunity has arisen for several vacancies in the current Portering services department .
You would be working alongside colleges as well as working on your own , we pride ourselves on being a very important role across the trust and we would expect any applicant to enhance this.
Right to work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for the safe passage of patients and visitors through the hospital as well as collecting specimens and moving furniture and much more.
You will be working within a team who carry out vital work for the fluent running of the hospital we support all services within the trust.
Disclaimer: As a Bank Worker, the nature of your engagement will be seen as on a day-to-day basis. You are entitled to choose whether to accept engagements which will be offered to you. A statement does not constitute a contract of employment, nor is the Trust under any obligation to offer you any engagement or further engagement under these terms. The job description for this Bank role relates to the equivalent substantive position. Whilst engaged by the Trust you would be expected to operate within the requirements of the job description.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person specification
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- To be able to work as a team.
- To be able to work using own initiative.
- To be able to work under pressure
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Previous hospital experience
- Working with the public
- Experience of following instructions
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- School education
- College education
- Any training courses undertaken.
Desirable
- Driving licence
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This advert is for Bank Worker - Porter with Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Dorchester, South West, 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 Ongoing as Bank Staff. The application deadline is 16 Jul 2026.
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