NHS Scotland
Support Services Assistant - Facilities
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC)
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The Role
As a Support Service Assistant, you will play a key role in providing high-quality domestic and catering services, helping to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors. Working as part of the Hotel Services team, you will carry out a range of non-clinical support duties across cleaning, catering, patient clothing services, and porter/messenger functions. Full training will be provided, and there will be opportunities to work across a variety of departments and clinical areas.
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a or a NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS).
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
Various Permanent Roles
Cardonald Medical Centre
Shifts Available
- 3 x 06:00-09:00 Mon to Fri
- 1 x 15:00-18:00 Mon to Fri
- 2 x 08:30-11:30 Sat and Sun
Key Responsibilities
The Support Service Assistant is responsible for delivering a range of support services that contribute to the smooth running of healthcare facilities. Duties include carrying out cleaning activities in line with NHS Scotland National Cleaning Specifications and infection prevention standards, operating cleaning equipment, handling waste disposal, and maintaining a safe and hygienic environment. The role may also involve catering duties such as meal preparation and service, temperature monitoring, dishwashing, and use of catering equipment. Additional responsibilities can include laundry and patient clothing services, porter and messenger duties, patient transport and escorting, mail distribution, movement of equipment and furniture, site security checks, and stock monitoring. The post holder will follow work schedules, complete required documentation, use equipment safely, report faults to supervisors, wear appropriate PPE, and comply with all relevant health and safety procedures and departmental policies.
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Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
- Knowledge of integrated support services including cleaning, catering, laundry, and porter duties (full induction provided).
- Training in the safe use of cleaning, catering, laundry, and mailroom equipment.
- Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements.
- Knowledge of COSHH regulations.
- Knowledge of Manual Handling and Lifting Techniques.
- Basic Food Hygiene certification (training provided).
- Knowledge of Infection Prevention and Control practices.
- Understanding of quality systems and safe working procedures.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate with staff, patients, and visitors.
- Full driving licence required for posts involving driving duties.
What We Offer
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
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For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact
Annette Gibson, Integrated Services Manager, 0141 211 6406, Annette.Gibson@nhs.scot
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process:
This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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