About this role
Job summary
Are you innovative and forward thinking? Are you looking to join a collaborative team that helps keep our hospitals running smoothly? Are you interested in a hands on job?
We are currently recruiting General Porters to work within the team within the Bristol Royal Infirmary. The shift pattern will be 08:00-16:00 on a rolling rota, and you will be joining our House Portering Team.
This is a physically demanding role and will involve the regular movement, loading, unloading and disposal of clutter, waste and equipment throughout the shift
The successful candidate must hold afull, valid UK driving licence and be confident and competent in driving a Luton van as part of their day-to-day duties.
Please note - the advert normally closes early due to a high volume of applications.
Main duties of the job
On a day to day basis, tasks will include:-
Moving, loading and unloading heavy, bulky and awkward items, including broken or unwanted furniture, cages and equipment. Collecting, moving and disposing of clutter, general waste and unwanted items. Transporting furniture, equipment, waste and other items between locations using a Luton van. Working safely when handling heavy items and following all relevant manual handling, health and safety and waste-handling procedures. Keeping vehicles, storage areas and working areas clean, safe and organised. Reporting any vehicle defects, damaged equipment, hazards or health and safety concerns promptly. Working flexibly as part of the wider team and assisting with other general portering and operational duties as required
You will have:-
Excellent communication skills Ability to work as part of a team Pleasant and friendly personality Ability to use your own initiative Understanding of the need to deal with patients, parents and staff in a helpful and supportive manner.
In return for your hard work and your professional, caring and reliable service you will have access to the following benefits:
Competitive pay Access to the NHS pension scheme Paid annual leave, maternity and sick pay (subject to qualifying criteria) Training and development opportunities including apprenticeships! Industry leading discount schemes at local and national outlets, including insurance, holidays and shopping!
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities. please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience Essential
Experience in a customer care setting
Qualifications and Training Essential
Good basic education, numerate and literate Full Category B Driving licence
Skills Essential
Basic computer skills
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.
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Employer details Employer name Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Address Bristol Royal Infirmary
Upper Maudlin Street
Bristol
BS2 8HW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)