# Linen Porter > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/linen-porter/a9e1e56a-918d-4f19-b16e-ad87dcd76ce7 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/linen-porter/a9e1e56a-918d-4f19-b16e-ad87dcd76ce7.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Manchester - **Region:** North West - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Estates and facilities - **Grade:** Band 2 - **Salary:** £25,272 per annum pro-rated - **Contract type:** Permanent: 1 Week rota 06:00-12:00 - **Employment type:** Part time - 30 hours per week (1 Week rota 06:00-12:00) - **Closing date:** 2026-06-26T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-12T21:02:42.315Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Manchester/Manchester/Manchester_University_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Linen/Linen-v8038222 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8038222?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.mft.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview Accountabilities - To deliver the appropriate amounts of clean linen to Wards using the “top up” system - To assist new starter induction is on the “buddy” programme. - Respond to and complete tasks scheduled or by ad hoc request as per company policy within the specified timeframes. - Removal of clinical and non-clinical waste and laundry from departments as required. - To hang curtains on wards and departments as requested by the Supplies Coordinator or supervisors. - Use of task management system (CARPS) to enable effective management of activity within the Linen service - Inputting of linen stock levels using hand held terminals. - Completing linen quality checks as per contractual requirements, reporting any non-conformances to the linen service supervisor. - Any other duties as deemed appropriate by the line manager. - Regularly working in obnoxious smelling environment, e.g. urine, vomit excrement and receiving requests to remove body fluid spillages in public areas where applicable. - Working in an area with Terminally ill /dying and /or aggressive patients ### Main duties of the job - Sorting, counting, recording, and checking in and out of all linen - Being able to use the new Hive system Training provided - Cleaning and maintaining storage, corridors, and public areas - Stocking linen trolleys, cupboards, and guest service items To support the Linen service over the weekend to a very high standard be able to use Hive ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.   So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification.  This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’.  Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.  As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you.  If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at \[email protected\]. We’re looking forward to hearing from you! ## Job Details Accountabilities To deliver the appropriate amounts of clean linen to Wards using the “top up” system To assist new starter induction is on the “buddy” programme. Respond to and complete tasks scheduled or by ad hoc request as per company policy within the specified timeframes. Removal of clinical and non-clinical waste and laundry from departments as required. To hang curtains on wards and departments as requested by the Supplies Coordinator or supervisors. Use of task management system (CARPS) to enable effective management of activity within the Linen service Inputting of linen stock levels using hand held terminals. Completing linen quality checks as per contractual requirements, reporting any non-conformances to the linen service supervisor. Any other duties as deemed appropriate by the line manager. Regularly working in obnoxious smelling environment, e.g. urine, vomit excrement and receiving requests to remove body fluid spillages in public areas where applicable. Working in an area with Terminally ill /dying and /or aggressive patients ## Job Description Sorting, counting, recording, and checking in and out of all linen Being able to use the new Hive system Training provided Cleaning and maintaining storage, corridors, and public areas Stocking linen trolleys, cupboards, and guest service items To support the Linen service over the weekend to a very high standard be able to use Hive ## Responsibilities To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at \[email protected\]. We’re looking forward to hearing from you! ## Person Specification ### Competancy **Essential** - Ability to work as part of a team. Ability to understand and carry out instructions. Ability to listen and have good communication skills. - To act on own initiative & adapt quickly to change. Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment. To maintain professionalism and demonstrate care and compassion with patients and other service users. **Desirable** - ExperienceUnderstanding of Health & Safety Understanding of Customer Care - Experience of working in a Healthcare Environment. Experience of working in a logistics services environment. - Customer Care Training Manual Handling Training ## Documents - [functional skills (pdf, 1.0mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10326542) - [job description (pdf, 137.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10326540) - [person specification (pdf, 112.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10326541) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.