Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our portering team at Withybush Hospital.
No formal qualifications are required but you should demonstrate a caring attitude and have excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team. As an Operating Department Porter you will ensure patients receive safe standards of care. You will communicate effectively at all times and in conjunction with other team members, contributing to maintaining the department philosophy.
Various shift patterns are available.
Main duties of the job
Duties will be varied and will include the following:
safe transportation of blood/blood products and clinical specimens to the path lab.
cleaning of theatres, general maintenance checks, handling and safe disposal of waste and linen
collection and return of patients from ward/admitting area
The post holder will be expected to undertake allocated tasks in relation to the care environment, the direct care of the patient/client and in accordance with the Health Board's policies and procedures.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board is the planner and provider of NHS healthcare services for people in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and its bordering counties. Our 12,000 members of staff provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services to almost 400,000 people across a quarter of the landmass of Wales. We do this in partnership with our three local authorities and public, private and third sector colleagues, including our volunteers, through:
Four main hospitals: Bronglais General in Aberystwyth, Glangwili General in Carmarthen, Prince Philip in Llanelli and Withybush General in Haverfordwest.
Five community hospitals: Amman Valley Hospital and Llandovery Hospital in Carmarthenshire, Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire Hospital Health and Social Care Resource Centre in Pembrokeshire.
Two integrated care centres (Aberaeron and Cardigan, Ceredigion).
Community facilities, including:
48 General Practices (GP surgeries), 49 Dental Practices, 98 Community Pharmacies (chemists), 44 General Ophthalmic Practices (including eye health and low vision services), 38 sites providing mental health and learning disability services, care within your own homes
Highly specialised and tertiary services commissioned by the Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee, a joint committee representing seven health boards across Wales.
Details Date posted
17 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£23,970 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
100-EA018-0625
Job locations
Withybush Hospital
Fishguard Road
Haverfordwest
SA61 2PZ
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 15.7.25
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 15.7.25
Person Specification Language Skills Desirable
* Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
Qualification and Knowledge Essential
* Good general education
* Literate and numerate
Desirable
* NVQ Level 2 in a healthcare related subject
Experience Desirable
* Experience of working in a health or social care environment
* Experience of delivering good service to members of the public
Other Essential
* Flexible approach to the needs of the service
Person Specification Language Skills Desirable
* Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
Qualification and Knowledge Essential
* Good general education
* Literate and numerate
Desirable
* NVQ Level 2 in a healthcare related subject
Experience Desirable
* Experience of working in a health or social care environment
* Experience of delivering good service to members of the public
Other Essential
* Flexible approach to the needs of the service
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Address
Withybush Hospital
Fishguard Road
Haverfordwest
SA61 2PZ
Employer's website
https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Address
Withybush Hospital
Fishguard Road
Haverfordwest
SA61 2PZ
Employer's website
https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
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