Relief Porter(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

Role Overview

This is a flexible and hands-on role within the Hotel Services team, ideal for someone reliable, adaptable, and motivated. As a Relief Porter, you will support the day-to-day running of the hospital environment by delivering essential cleaning and basic catering services.

Your contribution will directly support patient care by helping create a safe, clean, and comfortable setting—particularly important for individuals receiving mental health or learning disability support.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will carry out a range of duties that support both patients and staff, including:

• Maintaining cleanliness across wards, offices, and communal areas
  Assisting with food preparation and service where required
  Safely using cleaning equipment and materials
  Following hygiene, infection control, and safety procedures
  Engaging respectfully and compassionately with patients and carers
  Supporting a positive and inclusive environment
  Participating in service improvement and quality initiatives

You will be expected to work both independently and as part of a wider team, adapting quickly to changing demands.

Working Pattern

• Shifts between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM
  Includes weekends and bank holidays
  Flexible working with opportunities for additional shifts at short notice

What We’re Looking For

Essential Qualifications

• Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2
  Level 2 Numeracy and Literacy skills
  Basic IT skills
  Willingness to complete NVQ Level 2 in Portering or Housekeeping

Essential Experience

• Experience in portering duties
  Experience using cleaning materials and equipment
  Background in general cleaning work
  Experience working or volunteering in a mental health or learning disability setting

Desirable Experience

• Experience working in a hospital or healthcare environment
  Catering or food service experience

Knowledge & Understanding

You should have:

• Awareness of Health & Safety and COSHH regulations
  Understanding of healthcare cleanliness standards
  Knowledge of deep-cleaning techniques
  Awareness of PLACE standards (Patient-Led Assessments)
  Understanding of confidentiality and patient dignity

Key Skills

• Ability to follow procedures and instructions accurately
  Strong attention to detail
  Good communication skills
  Effective time management and organisation
  Ability to work under pressure and remain flexible
  Safe handling of cleaning and catering equipment
  Empathy and professionalism when working with vulnerable individuals

Training & Induction

Successful applicants will complete a 5-day induction programme before starting. Ongoing training will support your development and ensure you meet required healthcare standards.

Important Information

• You must have the Right to Work in the UK
  This role meet eligibility for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship
  A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required
  Overseas applicants may need to provide criminal record documentation

Useful government resources:

• Right to work in the UK
  UK Visas and Immigration
  Skilled Worker visa guidance
  Criminal record checks for overseas applicants
  Health and Safety (COSHH guidance)

About the Organisation

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health and learning disability services across multiple regions in the North of England. The Trust is committed to delivering compassionate, inclusive, and high-quality care while supporting staff development and wellbeing.

Why This Role Matters

Although this is a non-clinical role, it plays a vital part in patient care. A clean, safe, and supportive environment can make a significant difference to recovery and wellbeing. Your work will have a real and visible impact every day.