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Support Services Assistant (Porter)

Powys Teaching Health Board

Machynlleth, SY20 8ADView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£26,300

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

26 October 2026

7 days left

Job description

We are looking to recruit a porter role for Machynlleth Hospital. You will need to be a motivated and reliable individual with good communication skil...

The Porter Assistant is responsible to the Hotel Services Supervisor to undertake a range of porter and housekeeping duties, with the aim to provide logistical support to the Hotel Services and other departments. In addition to periodically to support the wider Hotel Services Team as directed e.g. catering or cleaning tasks.

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don't speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don't worry: the health board will support you with training.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

Essential

  • Literacy and Numeracy L1 or equivalent
  • Knowledge gained on corporate and local induction, completion of internal training programme within 6/8 weeks, to include: Appropriate Health and Safety Training. Fire Training. Moving and handling skills. Cleanliness Champion training. Knowledge of policies and procedures. Knowledge of the site. Basic food hygiene. Successful completion of agreed minimum training within the first 12 months of employment

Desirable

  • To have gained a Level 2 NVQ in cleaning services or equivalent or are willing to participate in further training to achieve it.
  • To have gained a Level 2 in numeracy and literacy or equivalent or are willing to participate in further training to achieve it..

Experience

Essential: - Knowledge of or willingness to be trained in work procedures, practices and equipment for a Porter role and associated tasks.

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

  • To be able to perform independently or as part of a team whilst demonstrating the values and behaviours expected of the organisation.
  • To be able to follow instructions and organise own work to meet the team objectives, adapting work to meet any changing priorities which may need to meet tight timeframes.

Desirable: - Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.

Values

Essential: - Able to demonstrate the essential values and commitment required to delivering a high-quality service for patients and staff.

Other

Essential: - Ability to travel within geographical area.; - Able to have a flexible approach to work hours to meet needs of the service

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

13 October 2026

Last checked

15 October 2026

Salary, closing date and description are taken from the employer's advert. The original advert always takes precedence.

About the employer

PTH
Powys Teaching Health Board

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