Facilities Assistant – Porter(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

Role Overview

John Eastwood Hospice is seeking a motivated and flexible individual to join our Facilities Services Team as a Porter / Facilities Assistant. You will play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and comfort of all patient and non-patient areas across the hospice.

This role also includes assisting with meal service to patients, contributing to their wellbeing and overall patient experience. Previous experience in domestic, cleaning, or catering services is desirable but not essential, as full training and support will be provided.

Right to Work in the UK: Candidates must have legal entitlement to work in the UK. 

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain all areas of the hospice to a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene, following established work schedules and procedures.
• Assist with serving food to patients during mealtimes.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team, ensuring tasks are completed safely and efficiently.
• Be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the hospice, including occasional weekend or bank holiday cover.
• Participate in training and personal development opportunities provided in-house to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Support the hospice’s commitment to environmental sustainability by adhering to energy, waste, and recycling procedures.
• Health & Safety Compliance: All tasks must follow guidelines and legislation for safe work practices

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

• Employee discounts and perks
• In-house training and personal development opportunities
• Enhanced pay rates for weekend and bank holiday work
• Supportive team culture promoting wellbeing and diversity
• DBS Check: Applicants are required to pay for a DBS check, deducted from salary. Guidance and enrolment in the DBS Update Service is encouraged
• Safeguarding: The hospice is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in line with national guidance
• Equality & Diversity: Staff are expected to uphold the Trust’s commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion

About Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

#TeamNottsHC includes over 11,000 dedicated colleagues delivering mental health, community, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire.

We operate from over 200 sites, including community clinics, hospitals, and secure facilities, and provide nationally and regionally recognised services such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.

Our workforce benefits from employee-led networks, including:

• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) groups
• Green Champions network
• Freedom to Speak Up network
• Health & Wellbeing Champions network
• Menopause Champions network

The Trust is also committed to reducing its carbon footprint and achieving net-zero emissions.

Additional Information

• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK
• All staff are required to undertake DBS checks before starting employment.

This role does not meet the minimum pay or skill level for Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa sponsorship.