University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Porter

The closing date is 06 April 2026

Job summary

University Sussex Hospital NHS Trust provides General Hospital Services to Brighton and Hove, the West of East Sussex and Mid Sussex and more specialised tertiary services across the south east of England.

Our ambition is to be known for the quality and safety of our clinical services and for treating our patients, their families and each other with kindness and compassion

We will have succeeded if our patients feel we have done the best we can do by them and our staff feeling their contribution is recognised and valued.

As the regional teaching hospital we work with our partner medical school and the KSS Postgraduate Deanery to undertake research and to educate and train current and future NHS staff.

If you have applied within the last 6 months you do not need to re-apply.

Main duties of the job

The conveyance of patients by wheelchair, trolley, stretcher, bed, or any other means necessary, including some escort duties in a safe and appropriate manner.

The collection and delivery of furniture, air and foam mattresses, linen, medical records, patient notes, x-rays, pharmacy boxes, specimens, blood products, post, clinical and non-clinical waste, medical equipment and supplies, food and any other items, using appropriate methods of work as directed

The identification and movement of medical gases as necessary including the maintenance of medical gas banks ensuring adherence to strict regulations governing the handling of medical gases. Collection and delivery of deceased patients to the mortuary in a dignified manner using appropriate means of transport.

Providing a certificate of competence has been obtained from the Trust, use the designated biometric blood tracking system ensuring the blood products are transported in the correct manner e.g. use of cool box for 2 units or more

Attend medical emergencies including cardiac arrests with the resus trolley / bag

See Job Description and Personal Specification for more details.

About us

At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme,for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop.We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.

Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/

Date posted

23 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

279-7869932-MAR26

Job locations

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assist patients to be pat slid across from trolleys to the bed with assistance from the nursing staff.

Ensure correct and appropriate use of radio, FSI (digital text messaging system) and other communication equipment at all times in compliance with the local guidelines and procedures

Liaise and communicate with the Helpdesk dispatcher maintaining professionalism at all times.

If driving duties are required these must be in accordance with on-site restrictions, speed, and statutory regulations.

Ensure the vehicle is roadworthy and safe before, during and after use, and complete relevant documentation within the prescribed frequencies.

Ensure vehicles are kept clean and tidy and are cleaned inside and out.

See Job Description and Personal Specification for more details.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assist patients to be pat slid across from trolleys to the bed with assistance from the nursing staff.

Ensure correct and appropriate use of radio, FSI (digital text messaging system) and other communication equipment at all times in compliance with the local guidelines and procedures

Liaise and communicate with the Helpdesk dispatcher maintaining professionalism at all times.

If driving duties are required these must be in accordance with on-site restrictions, speed, and statutory regulations.

Ensure the vehicle is roadworthy and safe before, during and after use, and complete relevant documentation within the prescribed frequencies.

Ensure vehicles are kept clean and tidy and are cleaned inside and out.

See Job Description and Personal Specification for more details.

Person Specification

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

Good level of general education Numeracy and Literacy or willing to undertake Training required
Experience in a Hospital Environment or equivalent experience

Desirable

Good Interpersonal Skills

Skills

Essential

Evidence of undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Ability to follow instructions, carry out procedures, adhere to policies / procedures and use equipment correctly
Able to prioritize and good organizational skills

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)

Person Specification

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

Good level of general education Numeracy and Literacy or willing to undertake Training required
Experience in a Hospital Environment or equivalent experience

Desirable

Good Interpersonal Skills

Skills

Essential

Evidence of undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Ability to follow instructions, carry out procedures, adhere to policies / procedures and use equipment correctly
Able to prioritize and good organizational skills

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)

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

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE

Employer's website

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