Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Chargehand Porter

The closing date is 22 March 2026

Job summary

Join Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust - Chargehand PorterLocation: Frimley

Are you an experienced supervisor who thrives in a team environment and takes initiative?

We are seeking a motivated and proactive Chargehand Porter to join our Portering Services at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust.

In this key role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision of the portering team, ensuring high standards of service are maintained across the hospital. You will play an important part in supporting the delivery of a safe, secure and efficient environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

Applicants will be required to complete a basic English and Maths skills test prior to the interview. Only those who pass will progress to the interview stage.

Please note that this role isnot eligible forSkilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the post.

Main duties of the job

Act as first-line supervisor, taking full responsibility for overseeing the portering team.
Provide cover for the Assistant Hotel Services Manager or their deputy as required, including attending meetings.
Serve as a departmental ambassador, promoting professionalism and excellent service.
Manage patient flow using the Trust's Electronic Patient Record (EPR) system.
Carry out general portering duties and respond effectively to emergency situations.
Ensure team performance meets service expectations and standards.

What We're Looking For:

Previous experience in a supervisory or team leadership role.
A team player who can also work independently and show initiative.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Competence with IT systems.
Flexible, reliable, and punctual.
Willingness to work on a rota basis, including weekends.

About us

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.

Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.

We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.

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Date posted

13 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,883 to £26,958 a year per annum including HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

151-LC447

Job locations

Wexham Park hospital

Wexham Street

Slough

SL2 4HL

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a full list of duties and requirements, please refer to the job description and person specification attached to this vacancy.

Be a vital part of our team apply today and help us deliver outstanding care.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a full list of duties and requirements, please refer to the job description and person specification attached to this vacancy.

Be a vital part of our team apply today and help us deliver outstanding care.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Good level of education

Experience

Essential

Experience in leadership

Skills

Essential

To able to demonstrate an ability to resolve some non-routine queries.
Understanding of Portering services within the NHS
Good interpersonal skills
IT Literate
Ability to supervise a team
To analyse, produce and record accurate data.
Able to carry out appraisals and assist in staff training
Able to work under pressure and problem solve, using initiative to resolve issues
Must be a team player, prepared to work with many other disciplines and specialities. Able to show flexibility and be able to problem solve

Desirable

Awareness of NHS policies both internal and across the trust generally
Good working knowledge of other departments and directorates and deliver a service catering to their needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Good level of education

Experience

Essential

Experience in leadership

Skills

Essential

To able to demonstrate an ability to resolve some non-routine queries.
Understanding of Portering services within the NHS
Good interpersonal skills
IT Literate
Ability to supervise a team
To analyse, produce and record accurate data.
Able to carry out appraisals and assist in staff training
Able to work under pressure and problem solve, using initiative to resolve issues
Must be a team player, prepared to work with many other disciplines and specialities. Able to show flexibility and be able to problem solve

Desirable

Awareness of NHS policies both internal and across the trust generally
Good working knowledge of other departments and directorates and deliver a service catering to their needs.

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

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wexham Park hospital

Wexham Street

Slough

SL2 4HL

Employer's website

https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wexham Park hospital

Wexham Street

Slough

SL2 4HL

Employer's website

https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)