Domestic Assistant/Porter
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Position Overview & Specifications
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
OUR VALUES IN ACTION
Care and Compassion - Quality and Teamwork - Dignity and Respect - Openness, honesty and responsibility
Domestic Assistant/Porter Band 2
10 hour permanent post with BGH Residencies
20, 25 and 30 Hour Permanent Posts within BGH
We currently require Domestic Assistant/Porters to join an excellent team of dedicated staff at the Borders General Hospital for our wards, clinics and departments.
Applicants will be required to demonstrate a high level of competence in domestic cleaning activities, flexibility and knowledge of the NHS Borders Behavioural Framework.
BGH Residencies
10 hour post – Monday to Friday 13.00 – 15.00
BGH
Various shift patterns available, 5 shifts over 7 days which runs on a 3 week rota basis between Monday to Sunday
5 hour shifts
2pm to 7pm or 5pm to 10pm
6 hr shifts
7.30am to 1.30pm, 1pm to 7pm, or 4pm to 10pm
7.5 hr shifts
7.30am to 1.30pm or 11.00 – 19.00
Please note your shift preferences under ‘any other relevant information’ question within assessment form.
***PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early***
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Healthcare Services & Hospitals
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Domestic Assistant/Porter roles across NHS Scotland's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Healthcare Services & Hospitals.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £23,362 - £25,368 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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