Hotel Services/Estates Assistant

Job overview

Permanent | Part Time

We are looking for someone to join our portering team at the Becton Centre for Children & Young People. You’ll help move equipment, documentation, specimens, and safely dispose of waste, and help maintain the safety and security of the building, respond to emergency calls, and ensure all areas are safe for patients, staff, and visitors.

If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and enjoy working in a team environment, we would love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Hotel Service Team Leader, your responsibilities will include:

Portering & Logistics: Collect, dispose of, and deliver waste, food, linen, and supplies. Help with patient transfers, deliveries, and ad-hoc furniture moves. Maintain external paths and bins.

Security & Safety: Monitor CCTV, respond to security issues, manage door access, and assist with emergency "blick" calls, ensuring building safety.

Estates & Maintenance: Report maintenance needs, perform minor repairs (e.g., lamp changing, tap testing), and assist with inspections, fire safety checks, and contractor support.

Housekeeping & Other Tasks: Help with cleaning and sports hall maintenance. Deputise for the Hotel Services Supervisor, overseeing staff, supplies, and vending machine management.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

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Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.

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Applicant requirements

The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable people 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.