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Please note this vacancy is only open to current employees of NHS Ayrshire and Arran

Who we are:

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)

Position:

An opportunity has arisen for a permanent, part-time Porter based at Ayrshire Central Hospital.

What you will do:

The general role of the porter/driver is widely varied and consists of duties such as driving, meal delivery, item delivery, security – (monitoring CCTV, patrolling premises, locking and securing same, issuing keys, assisting with gritting) waste management, at times transfer of patients in and around some hospital areas, the transportation of: linen, specimens, stores, equipment and supplies etc.... The porters also coordinate all internal and external mail and assist as a presence in incidents related to violence and aggression.

This role in particular is for the mail delivery/collection service, which operates between NHS Ayrshire & Arran sites and some other locations in North Ayrshire. You will be responsible for collecting, sorting and delivering mail as well as the uplift of confidential waste.

For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description

Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:

You are required to be numerate, literate and practical and have the ability to operate a wide range of vehicles and mechanical & moving aids.

The below knowledge and experience is essential for this role:-

• Clean Driving License
• Good Communication as this will take place at various levels e.g., Estates, Heads of Department, Practice Managers etc.
• Must have ability to use own initiative to anticipate and make appropriate decisions.
• Expected to work with minimal supervision.
• Flexible approach to work and working hours

For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification

Hours:

Hours are 34.53 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 8.00am – 3.30pm and Friday 8.00am – 3.02pm.

Driving Licence/Car Ownership:

A car licence essential to this role.

If additional information out with the Job Pack is required please contact Keera Lynn Assistant, Hotel Services Manger on 01294 323459.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

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• Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.

NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk

We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.