Service Assistant – Portering Team
The closing date is 02 June 2026
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Bassetlaw Hospital in a varied and rewarding role.
This is a part time position of 22.5 hours per week, working shifts that provide 24/7 service coverage, including weekends and bank holidays. Enhanced rates are paid for night shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.
About the role – Service Assistants are responsible for delivering high‑quality portering and cleaning services across the hospital, ensuring a safe, clean, and well‑maintained environment for patients, staff, and visitors. The role is primarily based within the Central Team, with duties focused on transporting patients and goods throughout the hospital site. Some Central Team roles require the operation of Trust vehicles, therefore a valid driving licence, Cat B, is essential.
Main duties of the job
Service Assistants are responsible for carrying out a range of cleaning and portering tasks throughout the hospital, maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene consistently. The role is physically demanding, involving lifting, carrying, and moving items; applicants should therefore be reasonably physically fit.
Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire’s leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.
At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives. These form the DBTH Way, which builds upon our founding values of We Care.
We support flexible working arrangements and encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly those from under‑represented groups, including persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
Benefits
- Extensive range of learning opportunities
- NHS Pension Scheme
- Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditions
- Comprehensive health and well‑being support
- NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemes
- Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for further details. If your application is successful, you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Person Specification
Personal Attributes & Skills
- Experience of teamwork
- Understanding of the importance of cleaning
- Understanding of Health & Safety
- Knowledge of customer care skills
- Knowledge of COSHH
Qualifications & Training
- Communicates clearly in writing
- Numerate and literate
- Holds a Driving licence minimum Cat B
- Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
- IT Skills – Microsoft
- Experience of using software systems
Knowledge & Experience
- Evidence of researching Service Assistant role
- Previous experience of professional cleaning, catering, portering services, working with the public (e.g., customer services, retail)
- Experience/knowledge of Decontamination, e.g., Hydrogen Peroxide Vapour/UVA
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires submission for a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Certificate of Sponsorship
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route, please check your eligibility using the provided link.
Important: From 9th April 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Employer name
Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT
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