Hospital porters Salary
Median salary £27,988 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.
Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £28,000 after tax and National Insurance →
For hospital porters, £29,409 is the typical (median) pay. That is well below the UK full-time median of £39,039 — -25% versus the national average.
About this role
Hospital porters transport patients, equipment, supplies, specimens and other items within hospital settings. They play an essential role in hospital operations, ensuring safe and timely movement of people and materials between departments.
Key responsibilities
- Transporting patients between wards, theatres, departments and discharge areas
- Moving medical equipment, supplies and specimens safely
- Assisting with patient transfers including bed-to-bed moves
- Responding to emergency calls and assisting with crash teams
- Maintaining cleanliness of transport equipment and routes
Qualifications and entry routes
No formal qualifications are required. NHS trusts provide manual handling, patient moving and handling, infection control and fire safety training. DBS check is mandatory.
Career outlook
Essential hospital role with consistent demand. Provides a pathway into other NHS careers including healthcare support worker, theatre assistant and facilities management.
Key skills
Common industries
- NHS hospitals
- Private hospitals
- Hospices
- Mental health units
- Rehabilitation centres
Data coverage
Salary Range (2025)
Estimated Career Progression
Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation
Entry Level
£23,655
0-2 years
Mid Level
£23,655
3-7 years
Salary Trend (2015-2025)
Gender Pay Comparison (2025)
Gender pay gap: -12.1%
Full-time vs All Employees (2025)
Full-time premium: +£1,421
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Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).