Job summary
We are currently looking for Sterile Services Drivers to join us to work in our busy Sterile Services Department. The Department provides an important service within the Hospital, Decontaminating and Sterilizing Surgical instruments for the Operating Theatres/Wards, Departments and external customers. The Department is fully accredited to European Standards and works within a Quality System.
Applicants will also be given training to cover varied methods of sterilization of surgical instruments and theatre sets.
This is a part time post working 37.5 hours per week.
Applicants will also be given training to cover varied methods of sterilization of surgical instruments and theatre sets.
Shifts will include a half hour meal break, consisting of varied shifts and rostered on-call and bank holiday service.
Main duties of the job
This is a varied role requiring many different skills, for which we will provide full training. You must have GCSE in Maths and English or equivalent and willing to become familiar with many different locations within the trust. Previous Sterile Services experience is helpful although not essential but you must be able to communicate well, work within a team and take instructions.
About us
Sustainability is integral to the Trust achieving the NHS Net Zero target. All staff are therefore actively encouraged and supported to implement new ways of working within their field of expertise.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Work health assessments
- Criminal record check standards
- Right to work checks
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways. Please talk to us at interview about any flexible working arrangements you would prefer or require. While we may not be able to fully accommodate all requests, such requests will not be referenced during the interview scoring process, and we will fully consider and try to accommodate them for successful applicants.
We reserve the right to close this advert early, or when the allocated number of applications has been reached. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Work health assessments
- Criminal record check standards
- Right to work checks
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways. Please talk to us at interview about any flexible working arrangements you would prefer or require. While we may not be able to fully accommodate all requests, such requests will not be referenced during the interview scoring process, and we will fully consider and try to accommodate them for successful applicants.
We reserve the right to close this advert early, or when the allocated number of applications has been reached. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full UK Driving License
- C1 Driving License to drive up to 7.5 Tonne
- GCSE Maths or equivalent
- GCSE English or equivalent
- GCSE Science or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Working as part of a team
- Working to schedules
- Basic use of IT skills
Desirable
- Experience in working in a Sterile Services Environment
Practical and Intellectual Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and electronic communication skills.
- Keybaord and computer skills.
- Ability to managae and prioritise own workload.
- Ability to take, input and communicate accurate and detailed information.
- Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to work as part of a busy team.
- Ability to follow precise work instructions accurately and diligently.
- Produce a high standard of work.
Training
Essential
- Mandatory Training.
- Evidence of personal and professional development.
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake self-development of further training within context of role.
Additional Circumstances
Desirable
- Willingness to work additonal hours.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full UK Driving License
- C1 Driving License to drive up to 7.5 Tonne
- GCSE Maths or equivalent
- GCSE English or equivalent
- GCSE Science or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Working as part of a team
- Working to schedules
- Basic use of IT skills
Desirable
- Experience in working in a Sterile Services Environment
Practical and Intellectual Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and electronic communication skills.
- Keybaord and computer skills.
- Ability to managae and prioritise own workload.
- Ability to take, input and communicate accurate and detailed information.
- Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to work as part of a busy team.
- Ability to follow precise work instructions accurately and diligently.
- Produce a high standard of work.
Training
Essential
- Mandatory Training.
- Evidence of personal and professional development.
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake self-development of further training within context of role.
Additional Circumstances
Desirable
- Willingness to work additonal hours.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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