General Porter

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More detail about the role

The General Portering department at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust are looking for a - General Porter

Who are

Enthusiastic, motivated people who are passionate in providing an excellent patient care experience,

To provide a flexible, efficient quality service extending care and consideration to patients, staff and visitors.

To receive work requests via Telephone, e-mail, face to face and the Trusts in-house task Management System (TMS). (PRS System Include My Care System/Devices), take prompt and appropriate action in a courteous and helpful manner. In order to ensure that an effective and timely service is delivered to all service users.

Prioritise work and direct staff accordingly, via 2-way radio and telephone to ensure optimum use of resource.

To undertake all Portering and Support worker duties, Dispatching, Corridor Clearance, Furniture Request / Office Moves, Portering and reception duties, whilst working at the Centre for Womens Health reception and any other Facilities Role commensurate with there banding.

Please see below more information about the Portering teams role and responsibilities:

Work closely with the Portering Operations Manager, Site Practitioners and On-Call teams out of hours, weekends and normal office hours to prioritise operational requirements.

To assist the Portering Operations Manager in managing the portering duties and performance of the Portering staff across the Trust.

To undertake a shift working pattern, 12 hr shifts, including nights, days, weekends and bank holidays for which allowances will be paid.

To contribute to the on-going development and delivery of the Portering services.

To work alongside the Portering Operations Manager to assess the requirements of the Portering departments operational needs and assign staff accordingly to meet the needs and demands of the service.

To contribute to the delivery of a quality service to all patients, staff and visitors in accordance with the Trusts purpose and values.

To provide a flexible, efficient quality service extending care and consideration to patients, staff and visitors.

To receive work requests via Telephone and the Trust My Care computer system and take prompt and appropriate action in a courteous and helpful manner in order to ensure that an effective and timely service is delivered to all users.

To Supervise and prioritise work and direct staff accordingly, via 2-way radio, telephone and the My Care system to ensure optimum use of resources.

To ensure duties carried out by Dispatchers/Porters are completed accurately and in a timely way.

Corridor Clearance duties in line with the Trusts Fire Advisory regulations.

Furniture / Office move requests.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours. 12 hour shifts, including nights, days, weekends and bank holidays for which allowances will be paid

Interview Date: Week Commencing 19th of October, 2026

For further information please contact: Craig McIvor; Portering Operations Manager on 07425413770 or [email protected]

Previous candidates need not apply

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.