Porter/Housekeeper – Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

School Result; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a full-time Porter/Housekeeper to provide essential cleaning and catering services at Roseberry Park Hospital. This role involves maintaining hygiene standards, operating cleaning equipment, and interacting compassionately with patients. Candidates should possess a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate, strong communication skills, and experience in a hospital environment. This permanent position offers a competitive salary of £24,465 per annum, along with training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive NHS Band 2 salary

5-day induction programme

Pension scheme

Annual leave entitlement

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in portering.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and COSHH.
• Experience cleaning in a hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide cleaning and catering services across Trust facilities.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and safety.
• Prepare and serve food safely.
• Carry out laundry duties including washing and ironing.

Skills

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Numeracy and Literacy Level 2

Experience using cleaning materials and equipment

Experience working in a mental health environment

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Strong time management and prioritisation skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Housekeeping or equivalent

Job description

Porter/Housekeeper – Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is seeking aPorter/Housekeeper to join its Hotel Services team at Roseberry Park Hospital. This is a full-time, permanent role at Band 2 (Agenda for Change), offering the chance to provide essential cleaning and catering services that directly support patient recovery and wellbeing.

• Job Title: Porter/Housekeeper
• Company: Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
• Location: Roseberry Park Hospital, Marton Road, Middlesbrough, TS4 3AF
• Salary: £24,465 per annum (Band 2, Agenda for Change)
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Hours: Full-Time (between 6:00am–6:00pm, including weekends and bank holidays)
• Job Reference: 346-EF-137-25-A
• Closing Date: Not specified
• DBS Requirement: Yes

About the Company

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health and learning disability services across County Durham, Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York, and Selby. The Trust is committed to compassionate care, innovation, and continuous improvement, ensuring patients and their families feel safe, supported, and understood.

Role Overview

The Porter/Housekeeper will deliver cleaning and catering services across office, patient, and communal areas, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. This role is ideal for individuals with strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a passion for patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide cleaning and catering services across Trust facilities
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and safety in patient and communal areas
• Operate motorised cleaning equipment (e.g., floor scrubbers, carpet cleaners)
• Prepare and serve food, including safe use and cleaning of regeneration ovens
• Carry out laundry duties (washing and ironing)
• Interact compassionately with patients and carers
• Promote a positive image of Hotel Services and the wider Trust
• Participate in quality improvement activities

Required Skills and Experience

• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to complete within 12 months)
• Numeracy and Literacy Level 2
• Experience using cleaning materials and equipment
• Experience working or volunteering in a mental health or learning disabilities environment
• Experience in portering
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and COSHH
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong time management and prioritisation skills
• Ability to follow protocols and instructions
• NVQ Level 2 in Housekeeping or equivalent
• Experience cleaning in a hospital environment
• Knowledge of National Standards of Cleanliness and PLACE assessments
• Knowledge of deep-cleaning procedures

What We Offer

• Competitive NHS Band 2 salary (£24,465 per annum)
• 5-day induction programme
• Pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Training and development opportunities
• Supportive, multi-professional team environment

The Trust is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds.

DBS Check Requirement

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to ensure safeguarding and safe recruitment practices.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

• From 6 April 2017, Skilled Worker applicants must present a criminal record certificate from each country where they have lived continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.
• This requirement also applies to adult dependants (over 18 years old).

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements and are ready to take the next step in your career, Click here to apply directly via theNHS Jobs portal using reference number 346-EF-137-25-A. Submit your CV and a supporting statement outlining your relevant experience and motivation for joining Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust.

Application Deadline

Not specified. Early applications are encouraged due to high interest in this position.

Last Modified: 2025-12-26 11:55:00

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