Job summary We are looking to recruit to Hotel ServicesPortersacross Powys.You will support the local delivery of hotel services portering, driving, cleaningand associated facilities activities, ensuring that they are delivered at the levels agreed and that they meet with full compliance with all appropriate legislation and local policies and procedures. You will need to be self-motivated, have a flexible approach to work, able to work as part of a team and have the ability to work on your own initiative. Previous experience is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be given. Our Bank Porters are invaluable to us and in return for their dedication and commitment, we offer the following benefits:- Access to a temporary staffing booking team and an online self-booking system with priority booking of shifts over agency workers; Flexible working pattern with a choice of locations, accommodating your availability and work-life-balance Competitive rates of pay including enhanced rates of pay for working a Saturday and Bank Holiday/Sunday Paid Statutory & Mandatory Training Access to health board internal job adverts Access to a number of benefits including accrued annual leave pay, NHS pension scheme and NHS worker discount For further details / informal visits contact the Temporary Staffing team on 01874 712557. Main duties of the job To provide and maintain a flexible, dedicated, comprehensive support serviceto departments of the Health Board, under the direction of the SupportServices Supervisor, enabling both clinical and non-clinical departments tofunction effectively.Required to undertake a wide range of Portering duties including moving andhandling, in line with Portering department and general Health Board policiesand proceduresThe Porter Assistant is responsible to the Hotel Services Supervisor toundertake a range of porter and housekeeping duties, with the aim to providelogistical support to the Hotel Services and other departments. In addition toperiodically to support the wider Hotel Services Team as directed e.g. cateringor cleaning tasks. About us Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation. As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being. To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer. Date posted 17 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,970 a year Pro rata - per hour Contract Bank Working pattern Part-time Reference number 070-BP-0125 Job locations Victoria Memorial Hospital Salop Road Welshpool SY21 7DU Job description Job responsibilities A high standard of service for patients, staff, and visitors commensurate to the portering role. Movement of patients around site as required with dignity and respect. Transfer of stock, deliveries, bloods, files, medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and samples. High standard of waste management for our sites Monitoring, movement and checks of medical gas. Cleaning of a range of areas and equipment throughout the site. Interaction with patients, visitors, and other staffing groups. Stocks and supplies replenishment to support the daily operations and smooth running of the site. Job description Job responsibilities A high standard of service for patients, staff, and visitors commensurate to the portering role. Movement of patients around site as required with dignity and respect. Transfer of stock, deliveries, bloods, files, medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and samples. High standard of waste management for our sites Monitoring, movement and checks of medical gas. Cleaning of a range of areas and equipment throughout the site. Interaction with patients, visitors, and other staffing groups. Stocks and supplies replenishment to support the daily operations and smooth running of the site. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Literacy and Numeracy L1 or equivalent Successful completion of agreed minimum training within the first 12 months of employment. Desirable To have gained a Level 2 NVQ in catering or equivalent or are willing to participate in further training to achieve it Experience Essential Knowledge of or willingness to be trained in work procedures, practices and equipment for a Porter role and associated tasks Aptitude Essential To be able to perform independently or as part of a team whilst demonstrating the values and behaviours expected of the organisation. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Literacy and Numeracy L1 or equivalent Successful completion of agreed minimum training within the first 12 months of employment. Desirable To have gained a Level 2 NVQ in catering or equivalent or are willing to participate in further training to achieve it Experience Essential Knowledge of or willingness to be trained in work procedures, practices and equipment for a Porter role and associated tasks Aptitude Essential To be able to perform independently or as part of a team whilst demonstrating the values and behaviours expected of the organisation. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Powys Teaching Health Board Address Victoria Memorial Hospital Salop Road Welshpool SY21 7DU Employer's website https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)