Job requirements
Essential
18 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Skills
Good communication skills
- Skills
Ability to use own initiative to manage the requirements of the job
- Skills
Ability to work alone and as part of a team
- Skills
Basic numeracy and literacy skills
- Skills
Flexible in managing own time and work duties
- Training
Ability to undertake all mandatory training as required by the individual site
- Training
Ability to undertake any necessary skills and competency training required by the post
- Knowledge
Understanding of commitment to the Equality and Diversity principles
- Knowledge
Basic knowledge of Health and Safety
- Experience
Able to carry out instructions and duties as detailed in the job description
- Qualifications
An understanding of cleanliness and good hygiene practices
- Qualifications
Level 2 Food Safety Certificate or to work towards within the 12 months of employment (site specific)
- Qualifications
Understanding of a small number of routine work procedures developed through on the job training / experience.
- Values and Behaviours
All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
- Values and Behaviours
All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust’s expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation
- Contractual requirements
Shift flexibility may be required (including bank holidays)
- Contractual requirements
Requirement to attend mandatory training and any job specific training
- Contractual requirements
Comply to Personal Appearance Standards and Personal Protective Equipment (Staff Uniform)
Desirable
10 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Knowledge
An ability to demonstrate an understanding and commitment to Trust values
- Knowledge
Knowledge and awareness of special diets and allergens
- Knowledge
Basic understanding of Infection Control
- Knowledge
Understanding of the responsibility relating to H&S at work and COSHH
- Knowledge
Knowledge of Manual Handling
- Knowledge
Knowledge of NHS policy & procedures
- Knowledge
Basic knowledge of Food Safety
- Experience
Experience or working within a catering, cleaning or portering environment Experience of working within healthcare environment which may include: a catering, cleaning or portering function.
- Experience
Experience of working within a food safety management system (HACCP)
- Qualifications
Recognised catering, cleaning or support services qualification
Job overview
An opportunity has arisen for motivated individuals to join our busy Facilities Team at Wathwood Hospital working as a porter within the Facilities Department.
Previous experience of working as a Porter in a Hospital environment is desirable but not essential as full training will be given.
Main duties of the job
Working across the hospital for any requirements including transporting, delivering and collecting hospital equipment, furniture, stationary, provisions, pharmacy. Safe movement of linen to wards and departments. Management and rotation of stock. Locking/unlocking gates for deliveries.
Core hours are 7.30am-2pm and 11.30am-6pm. Details to be discussed at interview.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Ensuring task schedules, method statements and procedures within the area of work are followed and that a high quality service is maintained.
Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa. Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £20.00 (standard) or £41.00 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £15 per year applies.
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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This advert is for Facilities Assistant - Porter with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Retford, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Facilities assistant role. The advertised salary is £25,272 per annum (pro rata for part time). The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 28 Oct 2026.
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