Job summary
Permanent | Full-time
We are looking for someone to join our portering team at the Becton Centre for Children & Young People. You'll help move equipment, documentation, specimens, and safely dispose of waste, and help maintain the safety and security of the building, respond to emergency calls, and ensure all areas are safe for patients, staff, and visitors.
This is a full-time role (37.5 hours per week), with shifts across 7 days, including weekends and bank holidays.
If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and enjoy working in a team environment, we would love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Hotel Service Team Leader, your responsibilities will include:
Portering & Logistics: Collect, dispose of, and deliver waste, food, linen, and supplies. Help with patient transfers, deliveries, and ad-hoc furniture moves. Maintain external paths and bins.
Security & Safety: Monitor CCTV, respond to security issues, manage door access, and assist with emergency "blick" calls, ensuring building safety.
Estates & Maintenance: Report maintenance needs, perform minor repairs (e.g., lamp changing, tap testing), and assist with inspections, fire safety checks, and contractor support.
Housekeeping & Other Tasks: Help with cleaning and sports hall maintenance. Deputise for the Hotel Services Supervisor, overseeing staff, supplies, and vending machine management.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:
1. Outstanding Patient Care 2. Brilliant Place to work 3. Leaders in Children's Health
We work with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.
As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.
Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts--helping you succeed at work and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
#LI-Onsite
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- GCSE's or equivalent including English and Maths (minimum A-D or equivalent to level 1)
Desirable
- To have current driving license
- To have City/Guilds 2377 in PAT Testing and City/Guilds Accredited Basic Electrical Course or equivalent or be willing to attain within first year of employment
- First Aid at Work Level 2
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a customer service environment
- Experience in cleaning, caretaking, or maintenance work
Desirable
- Previous hospital portering/domestic experience
- Previous Hospital caretaking / maintenance experience
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Ability to effectively communicate and interact with others (both verbally and written)
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to follow instruction and direction
- Basic DIY type maintenance knowledge and a basic mechanical aptitude
Desirable
- To have a knowledge and understanding of Waste Management Health & Safety general awareness
Personal Attributes
Essential
- To have a flexible approach to work
- The ability to work on own initiative
- Team member approach with a helpful attitude
trust values
Essential
- Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- GCSE's or equivalent including English and Maths (minimum A-D or equivalent to level 1)
Desirable
- To have current driving license
- To have City/Guilds 2377 in PAT Testing and City/Guilds Accredited Basic Electrical Course or equivalent or be willing to attain within first year of employment
- First Aid at Work Level 2
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a customer service environment
- Experience in cleaning, caretaking, or maintenance work
Desirable
- Previous hospital portering/domestic experience
- Previous Hospital caretaking / maintenance experience
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Ability to effectively communicate and interact with others (both verbally and written)
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to follow instruction and direction
- Basic DIY type maintenance knowledge and a basic mechanical aptitude
Desirable
- To have a knowledge and understanding of Waste Management Health & Safety general awareness
Personal Attributes
Essential
- To have a flexible approach to work
- The ability to work on own initiative
- Team member approach with a helpful attitude
trust values
Essential
- Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence
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.
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.
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).
