Porter - Facilities

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

Within the Vale of Leven Hospital, the Portering Department provides an essential support service to the clinical wards and departments. Transferring in and out patients throughout the 107-bed site, transportation of all patient meals and laundry, internal mail deliveries, internal waste collection (clinical and domestic & confidential ) and disposal. Collection and delivery of bloods and specimens to all laboratories, ward and departments, internal pharmacy deliveries and medical records support.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Heath and Care Worker visa. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS).

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

Location: Vale of Leven Hospital

Work Pattern: Various shift patterns. Specific working hours will be discussed at interview.

Hours: 12 hours per week

Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part-time hours.

Key Responsibilities

You will provide a comprehensive portering service across Vale of Leven Hospital, ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of patients, equipment, and materials throughout the site. Duties include waste collection and disposal runs, blood runs, collecting and transporting confidential waste, patient movement, mail deliveries, and undertaking other ad hoc portering duties as required.

You will work within clearly defined protocols, procedures, and schedules, adhering to all Board policies, including Health & Safety, Infection Prevention and Control, and Confidentiality requirements. The role involves working as part of the wider Support Services team and contributing to the smooth day-to-day operation of hospital services.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Understanding of the importance of Health & Safety, Infection Prevention and Control, and Confidentiality policies.
• Ability to follow established protocols, procedures, and work schedules.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with patients, staff, and visitors.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to work and ability to respond to changing service demands.
• Completion of the organisation's induction programme and mandatory training requirements.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing learning and development through a Personal Development Plan.
• Ability to follow guidance and instruction provided by Portering Supervisors and the Assistant Portering Manager.
  
  

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
  
  

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Karen Tweedie - Integrated Services Manager on 01389 817229 or Karen.tweedie@nhs.scot

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

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