Support Team Assistant in Milton Keynes inMilton Keynes PUBLISHED WED 12 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
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Support Services AssistantSupport Services DepartmentBand 2Hours: Various ShiftsYou can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:Free on-site parkingFree tea and coffeeGreat flexible workingopportunitiesDiscounted gym membershipLease car schemeGenerous annual leave and pension schemeOn site nursery (chargeable)Extensive staff health and well-being programmeMilton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significantinvestment, including new cancer and a new main entrance. We are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.We are looking for individuals who are team players. Vacant posts as follows:Support Services assistant, we are recruiting to various shifts:Full time, including weekends, AM, PM & Night shifts.1 X 37.5 hoursRates of pay.Monday till Friday £12.72p/hSaturday£17.62p/hSunday £22.53 p/hInterview date: 01/12/2025
Main duties of the job
We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute"- NHS Survey, 2024''73.8% of this team would strongly recommend their organisation as an excellent place to work.The successful applicants will carry out a variety of tasks with full training provided.Aim of the roleTo safely move patients between departments as required by clinical service teams.To physically move Medical equipment in a safe and compliant manner.To work as part of a team to provide service that supports all aspects of patient care and the general running of the hospital.To follow Standard Operating Procedures and ask for guidance/advice from Supervisors/Line manager when necessary.To be flexible and to comply and follow all policies and procedures.We reserve the right to close posts early if we receive a sufficient volume of applications. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community and thank you for your interest in our Hospital
About us
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards - and the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2.Visit our website to explore the latest news and opportunities at MKUH - News - Milton Keynes University Hospital -For further information about Milton Keynes please visit - Visit Milton Keynes
Details
Date posted
12 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for changeBandBand 2
Salary
£24,465 a year Per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
430-CORP25-169A
Job location
sSupport Services Facilities (Dept)Milton KeynesMK6 5LD
Job description
Job responsibilities
Patient MovementTransfer patients/visitors using appropriate equipment (wheelchairs, beds, trolleys) this may also include using Manual handling procedures such as Pat sliding techniques.Movement of DeceasedMovement of deceased patients from clinical areas to the mortuary using clinical manual handling as necessary, duties include registration of
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into Mortuary book and placement of deceased in relevant area within the mortuary facility.Specimen CollectionCollect pathology specimens, containers and units of blood as and when required in accordance with safe handling procedures.Laundry and Rubbish dutiesProvide a laundry and rubbish service, using specialised equipment in line with the Trusts Waste Policy and Infection, Prevention and Control Manual.Gas Cylinder ReplacementTo replenish gas supply where required and to check the cylinder/regulators for leaks in accordance with defined procedures. Report all faults relating to medical gas cylinders/regulators in compliance with approved processes.Fire alarm activationsRespond to fire alarm activations in accordance with the Trust procedures and to offer assistance during the incident, to ensure safety of staff, visitors and patients.Cardiac Arrests & Major IncidentsRespond to calls of cardiac arrests and major incident to provide assistance to the medical staff, this may include, collection of equipment, specimen delivery and cordoning off of the area from public view.Show reasonable judgement during emergency situations, i.e. Fire alarms and Major Incidents.Helipad DutiesTo carry out helipad duties as and when required.Please refer to the
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Job description
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Person Specification
Qualifications
and knowledgeEssential5 GCSE's at grade A - D or equivalent. International
Qualifications
will only be accepted if they meet or exceed GCSE standard and the applicant must state this on the application form. Good verbal and written skills is a must.Knowledge of health and safety and COSHH.DesirableAn understanding of infection control and a basic knowledge of hospital acquired infectionsHealth and safety certification
Experience
Essential
Experience
in a customer focused role
Experience
of working in a fast paced and busy environmentDesirablePrevious employment in the NHS or a not for profit healthcare settingPortering
Experience
.SkillsEssentialPhysically fit and able to undertake load bearing tasksAble to work under pressure, multitask, prorirotise workload and follow instructionDesirableBasic computer skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft applications including databasesBasic understanding of medical terms and referencesPersonal and people developmentEssentialEvidence of team working ability.Evidence of working on own initiativeDesirableGood analytical and organisational skillsAn genuine interest in the NHS and personal career development including a desire to train and progress.CommunicationEssentialA good level of verbal communication.Specific requirementsEssentialAble to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
Experience
in a customer focused role
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.Employer
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Support Services AssistantSupport Services DepartmentBand 2Hours: Various ShiftsYou can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:Free on-site parkingFree tea and coffeeGreat flexible workingopportunitiesDiscounted gym membershipLease car schemeGenerous annual leave and pension schemeOn site nursery (chargeable)Extensive staff health and well-being programmeMilton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significantinvestment, including new cancer and a new main entrance. We are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.We are looking for individuals who are team players. Vacant posts as follows:Support Services assistant, we are recruiting to various shifts:Full time, including weekends, AM, PM & Night shifts.1 X 37.5 hoursRates of pay.Monday till Friday £12.72p/hSaturday£17.62p/hSunday £22.53 p/hInterview date: 01/12/2025
Main duties of the job
We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute"- NHS Survey, 2024''73.8% of this team would strongly recommend their organisation as an excellent place to work.The successful applicants will carry out a variety of tasks with full training provided.Aim of the roleTo safely move patients between departments as required by clinical service teams.To physically move Medical equipment in a safe and compliant manner.To work as part of a team to provide service that supports all aspects of patient care and the general running of the hospital.To follow Standard Operating Procedures and ask for guidance/advice from Supervisors/Line manager when necessary.To be flexible and to comply and follow all policies and procedures.We reserve the right to close posts early if we receive a sufficient volume of applications. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community and thank you for your interest in our Hospital
About us
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards - and the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2.Visit our website to explore the latest news and opportunities at MKUH - News - Milton Keynes University Hospital -For further information about Milton Keynes please visit - Visit Milton Keynes
Details
Date posted
12 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for changeBandBand 2
Salary
£24,465 a year Per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
430-CORP25-169A
Job location
sSupport Services Facilities (Dept)Milton KeynesMK6 5LD
Job description
Job responsibilities
Patient MovementTransfer patients/visitors using appropriate equipment (wheelchairs, beds, trolleys) this may also include using Manual handling procedures such as Pat sliding techniques.Movement of DeceasedMovement of deceased patients from clinical areas to the mortuary using clinical manual handling as necessary, duties include registration of
Details
into Mortuary book and placement of deceased in relevant area within the mortuary facility.Specimen CollectionCollect pathology specimens, containers and units of blood as and when required in accordance with safe handling procedures.Laundry and Rubbish dutiesProvide a laundry and rubbish service, using specialised equipment in line with the Trusts Waste Policy and Infection, Prevention and Control Manual.Gas Cylinder ReplacementTo replenish gas supply where required and to check the cylinder/regulators for leaks in accordance with defined procedures. Report all faults relating to medical gas cylinders/regulators in compliance with approved processes.Fire alarm activationsRespond to fire alarm activations in accordance with the Trust procedures and to offer assistance during the incident, to ensure safety of staff, visitors and patients.Cardiac Arrests & Major IncidentsRespond to calls of cardiac arrests and major incident to provide assistance to the medical staff, this may include, collection of equipment, specimen delivery and cordoning off of the area from public view.Show reasonable judgement during emergency situations, i.e. Fire alarms and Major Incidents.Helipad DutiesTo carry out helipad duties as and when required.Please refer to the
Job description
for further
Details
.
Job description
Job description
for further
Details
.
Person Specification
Qualifications
and knowledgeEssential5 GCSE's at grade A - D or equivalent. International
Qualifications
will only be accepted if they meet or exceed GCSE standard and the applicant must state this on the application form. Good verbal and written skills is a must.Knowledge of health and safety and COSHH.DesirableAn understanding of infection control and a basic knowledge of hospital acquired infectionsHealth and safety certification
Experience
Essential
Experience
in a customer focused role
Experience
of working in a fast paced and busy environmentDesirablePrevious employment in the NHS or a not for profit healthcare settingPortering
Experience
.SkillsEssentialPhysically fit and able to undertake load bearing tasksAble to work under pressure, multitask, prorirotise workload and follow instructionDesirableBasic computer skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft applications including databasesBasic understanding of medical terms and referencesPersonal and people developmentEssentialEvidence of team working ability.Evidence of working on own initiativeDesirableGood analytical and organisational skillsAn genuine interest in the NHS and personal career development including a desire to train and progress.CommunicationEssentialA good level of verbal communication.Specific requirementsEssentialAble to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
Experience
in a customer focused role
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.Employer
Details
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