Overview
Porter (Band 2) - 6 month fixed term at HMP Berwyn, Wrexham, North Wales – 37.5 hours per week. This fixed term post is for 6 months to meet the needs of the service. We are looking for a porter to support the Health and Wellbeing team. A good standard of education and portering experience, preferably in a healthcare setting, is required.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties
* Work as a member of the Portering Team, providing a comprehensive, safe and efficient Portering Service within the Offender Healthcare Service.
* Transfer service users, equipment and supplies between various locations in accordance with security measures, protocols and procedures.
* Provide support to other team members as required.
Portering experience is essential, as is a willingness to undertake any relevant training. We are looking for a pro-active, can-do approach and adaptability to changing service demands.
Working for our organisation
Prisons are challenging but rewarding places for healthcare professionals. Our team includes GP’s, Team Managers, Nurses and HCA’s; emergency care is an MDT approach and all clinical staff are trained to deliver intermediate life support (ILS). Pharmacy is managed by our pharmacist and supported by technicians and assistants. Employment is subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS check and prison vetting.
Additional information
Please note that any offer of employment will be subject to the successful receipt of a DBS and prison vetting clearances. If invited to interview, interviews will be held on site at HMP Berwyn to ensure candidates understand the environment. Virtual interviews will not be accepted. A full Job Description and Person Specification is attached within the supporting documents or viewable via the application system.
Qualifications
Essential criteria
* Essential qualifications (as listed in the role description) – not specified in this extract
Experience
Essential criteria
* Essential portering experience; a willingness to undertake relevant training
Job details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Other
* Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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