Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Facilities Assistant - Bank

The closing date is 14 September 2025

Job summary

The Facilities Services team at Rampton Hospital are looking for a number Facilities Assistants that will undertake a driving role to join our bank team.

These positions are on an 'as and when' required basis, with possible shifts at any time on any day.

No previous experience is required but all applicants must be over 21 years of age and have held a full British Driving Licence for a minimum of 12 months, allowing you to drive in the UK with 6 points or less on your licence which will be subject to a DVLA check. Prior to being offered a position you will be expected to complete a Fitness to Drive Medical arranged by the Trust. You will receive a comprehensive induction and training programme before driving any Trust vehicles.

Main duties of the job

Supporting the Transport Department in the transportation of patients and staff to various other destinations away from the Rampton Hospital site.

About us

#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.

We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.

We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.

The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.

The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment

Details

Date posted

29 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£12.51 an hour per hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

186-1089-25-BR

Job locations

Rampton Hospital

Retford

DN22 0PD


Job description

Job responsibilities

The Facilities Assistant - Bank Driver must be capable of working on their own initiative, re-planning and adjusting routes as required in the event of changing conditions in order to be able to meet deadlines and timescales.

Liaising with the Facilities Supervisor and the Rampton Hospital Control Room during the shift as necessary.

Complete daily vehicle log sheets, routine safety checking of the vehicle and any other administration documents, reporting any issues to the Facilities Supervisor.

To work within all Policies and Procedures at all times.

Please note that this post does not meet the pay or skill level required for a Skilled worker visa.

Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary / skill level is below the minimum required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.

Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Facilities Assistant - Bank Driver must be capable of working on their own initiative, re-planning and adjusting routes as required in the event of changing conditions in order to be able to meet deadlines and timescales.

Liaising with the Facilities Supervisor and the Rampton Hospital Control Room during the shift as necessary.

Complete daily vehicle log sheets, routine safety checking of the vehicle and any other administration documents, reporting any issues to the Facilities Supervisor.

To work within all Policies and Procedures at all times.

Please note that this post does not meet the pay or skill level required for a Skilled worker visa.

Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary / skill level is below the minimum required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.

Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Basic Level of Education

Training

Desirable

  • Road Transport Legislation
  • oPolice Radio Trained

Knowledge

Desirable

  • Knowledge of driving logistics
  • Awareness of High Secure Hospitals / Patient & Client Issues

Contractual Requirements

Essential

  • Full British Driving Licence

Desirable

  • Category C1 and D1 held on driving licence

Experience

Essential

  • Driving experience

Skills

Desirable

  • Flexible
  • oComputer Literate

Values and Behaviours

Essential

  • All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
  • All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Basic Level of Education

Training

Desirable

  • Road Transport Legislation
  • oPolice Radio Trained

Knowledge

Desirable

  • Knowledge of driving logistics
  • Awareness of High Secure Hospitals / Patient & Client Issues

Contractual Requirements

Essential

  • Full British Driving Licence

Desirable

  • Category C1 and D1 held on driving licence

Experience

Essential

  • Driving experience

Skills

Desirable

  • Flexible
  • oComputer Literate

Values and Behaviours

Essential

  • All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
  • All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation

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

Employer name

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rampton Hospital

Retford

DN22 0PD


Employer's website

https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rampton Hospital

Retford

DN22 0PD


Employer's website

https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Facilities Supervisor

Paul Childs

paul.childs@nottshc.nhs.uk

01777247667

Details

Date posted

29 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£12.51 an hour per hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

186-1089-25-BR

Job locations

Rampton Hospital

Retford

DN22 0PD


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