About this role
Job summary
Join the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Bank
Are you passionate about delivering excellent customer service and making a difference to patients' experiences? Join the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Bank as a Porter and play a vital role in supporting patient care across one of the UK's leading NHS trusts.
As a Porter, you'll have the flexibility to choose shifts that suit you while working as part of a dedicated team committed to undertaking general portering duties for all wards and departments, providing a professional and quality service to all users, whilst promoting the trusts core values: Kind. Expert. Collaborative. Aspirational, making this a rewarding role where you can have a real impact every day.
Main duties of the job
What You'll Be Doing
Transport patients safely using wheelchairs, stretchers, and beds.
Provide a professional and compassionate service.
Communicate with patients respectfully and sensitively.
Move equipment and supplies safely in line with procedures.
Deliver pharmacy items, specimens, and essential supplies.
Support clinical teams across hospital departments.
Carry out mortuary duties in accordance with Trust policies.
Maintain high standards of safety, confidentiality, and infection control.
Complete records and follow procedures accurately.
Work flexibly across hospital sites and departments.
Support supervisors in delivering an effective service.
Follow Trust policies, including health and safety requirements.
About us
Why Join the Bank?
Flexible working to fit around your lifestyle
Choose the shifts that work for you
Competitive hourly rates
Gain valuable experience within a leading NHS Trust
Work as part of a supportive and friendly team
Make a meaningful contribution to patient care and recovery
Job description Job responsibilities
What We're Looking For
Positive and customer-focused attitude.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Professional, caring, and respectful approach to patients and colleagues.
Commitment to health, safety, and patient wellbeing.
Person Specification
Pre-Application Questions Essential
Can you provide evidence of the required immunisations or immunity status for: Hepatitis B (Hep B) Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) Varicella (Chickenpox) Yes / No Do you have a basic understanding of spoken and written English to follow instructions and communicate effectively in the workplace? Yes / No Please note: Candidates will be required to complete a Basic English assessment as part of the recruitment process.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address Charing Cross Hospital
Fulham Palace Road
London
W6 8RF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)