City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)

Porter/Caretaker

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Job summary

The successful post holder will be employed by CHoICE which is the subsidiary company of South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT).

The post holder will work as an integral part of the Palliative Care Team undertaking Portering, Caretaker duties and basic internal and external general maintenance, to support the efficient running and maintenance of St Benedicts Hospice in Ryhope, Sunderland.

St Benedicts Hospice has provided specialist palliative care to the people of Sunderland and surrounding districts since 1984. Care is provided by the NHS as part of South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust and is also supported by St. Benedicts Hospice charity.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking an individual to job share with a Porter/ Caretaker already in post, at St Benedicts Hospice.

Cover is required from 0730 2030 hrs Monday to Friday, and 0800 1600 Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holidays.

You will be required to work opposite their job share partner and work the end of the week, and shifts will be:

Wednesday afternoon 1300 2030, Thursday & Friday 0730 2030, alternate Saturdays or Sundays.

The main elements of the Caretaker/Porter role:-

Timely opening & closing of the premises.

Comprehensive Caretaker/Porter support to all users of the building.

Undertake basic repairs to ensure effective maintenance of the building.

Ensure all potential hazards are reported using the designated procedures.

Ensure a safe environment for all staff and patients in the building and react to incidents/situations accordingly.

Carry out portering duties during the shift

The applicant must possess

GSCE Level, in Maths & English, or equivalent qualification, Basic Numeracy & Literacy education, Grades D-G or equivalent i.e. Functional Skills Maths & English Level 2
Demonstrate previous experience of holding a Caretaker/ Porter post
Demonstrate an ability to work as an individual & part of a team
Demonstrate good communication & interpersonal skills
Have the ability to carry out minor repair & maintenance work
Have the ability to be flexible & responsive to service needs
Demonstrate working with the public
Hold a current UK driving license

About us

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City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE - trading since 2014) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT). Based at Sunderland Royal Hospital, providing a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ around 650 staff in a wide range of functions, ranging from cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement specialists and pharmacists.

Commitment, Care and Compassion- our Team contribute to the overall hospital environment, providing safe, secure and comfortable facilities for access by patients, staff and visitors. CHoICE is an exciting place to work that will provide you with an opportunity to grow and develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part-time and we are committed to offering flexible approaches to work where possible. We provide a range of benefits including Fitness Centre (SRH), cycle to work scheme and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

We welcome all applications regardless of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups.

Date posted

05 June 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£23,881 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

M9155-Z-EA-0524-13

Job locations

St. Benedicts Hospice

St. Benedicts Way

Ryhope

Sunderland

SR2 0NY

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as an integral part of the Palliative Care Team undertaking Portering and Caretaker duties, comprising of basic internal, external and grounds maintenance, to support the efficient running and maintenance of St Benedicts Hospice, in Ryhope, for staff, patients and visitors.

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Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE SEE JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Previous experience of working with the general public
Demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable

Experience of working as a Caretaker, or a Porter, or working within a hospital environment

Driving Licence

Essential

Hold a UK Driving license

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Ability to communicate effectively with patients, staff and visitors
Ability to use basic I.T. skills
Have the ability to carry out minor repair and maintenance work

Desirable

Ability to use IT systems confidently

Qualifications

Essential

GSCE Level, in Maths & English, or equivalent qualification Basic Numeracy and Literacy education Grades D-G or equivalent i.e. Functional Skills Maths & English Level 2

Physical Skills

Essential

Requirement for walking, lifting and bending throughout each day
Physically fit to lift and move objects in accordance with manual handling training
Have the ability to be flexible and responsive to service needs i.e. flexible approach to tasks and hours of work, including weekends, shift patterns and public holidays

Desirable

Ability to undertake varied manual tasks

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Previous experience of working with the general public
Demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable

Experience of working as a Caretaker, or a Porter, or working within a hospital environment

Driving Licence

Essential

Hold a UK Driving license

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Ability to communicate effectively with patients, staff and visitors
Ability to use basic I.T. skills
Have the ability to carry out minor repair and maintenance work

Desirable

Ability to use IT systems confidently

Qualifications

Essential

GSCE Level, in Maths & English, or equivalent qualification Basic Numeracy and Literacy education Grades D-G or equivalent i.e. Functional Skills Maths & English Level 2

Physical Skills

Essential

Requirement for walking, lifting and bending throughout each day
Physically fit to lift and move objects in accordance with manual handling training
Have the ability to be flexible and responsive to service needs i.e. flexible approach to tasks and hours of work, including weekends, shift patterns and public holidays

Desirable

Ability to undertake varied manual tasks

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

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)

Address

St. Benedicts Hospice

St. Benedicts Way

Ryhope

Sunderland

SR2 0NY

Employer's website

https://www.choicesunderland.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)

Address

St. Benedicts Hospice

St. Benedicts Way

Ryhope

Sunderland

SR2 0NY

Employer's website

https://www.choicesunderland.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)