Job summary
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust are looking for a driver to join their Transport Department working amongst a team of drivers.
The role requirements are based on a 'courier style' service to the healthcare establishments in and around Sussex ensuring our communities are enabled to receive the treatment and resources they need. Predominantly based at Royal Sussex County Hospital with occasional working across the Trust to support the service as and when required.
Main duties of the job
Courier duties include multiple delivery and collections of pathology, pharmacy, medical records, surgical instruments and replenishment of GP Surgery items across Sussex.
All drivers are required to carry out electronic vehicle checks and complete necessary paperwork on a daily basis. General maintenance and daily cleaning tasks in line with all Infection Control Policy is compulsory on each shift you work.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Driver required to support the busy hospital in-house transport service operating from Royal Sussex County Hospital (Brighton) and Princess Royal Hospital (Haywards Heath).
- Courier duties include multiple delivery and collections of pathology, pharmacy, medical records, pharmaceuticals and sterile services throughout East Sussex and West Sussex. All drivers are required to carry out electronic vehicle checks and complete necessary paperwork on a daily basis. General maintenance and cleaning of the vehicles is also compulsory on each shift you work.
Communication
- The post holder will be required to work amongst a small team of drivers but predominantly alone. You will be responsible for reporting all vehicle defects to the relevant persons. You will come into contact with Trust staff, external stakeholders and members of the public.
- Vehicle safety and maintenance checks are key to the daily driving role. It is crucial to report any maintenance/defects/damage immediately.
Please see job description and person specs for full details
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Driver required to support the busy hospital in-house transport service operating from Royal Sussex County Hospital (Brighton) and Princess Royal Hospital (Haywards Heath).
- Courier duties include multiple delivery and collections of pathology, pharmacy, medical records, pharmaceuticals and sterile services throughout East Sussex and West Sussex. All drivers are required to carry out electronic vehicle checks and complete necessary paperwork on a daily basis. General maintenance and cleaning of the vehicles is also compulsory on each shift you work.
Communication
- The post holder will be required to work amongst a small team of drivers but predominantly alone. You will be responsible for reporting all vehicle defects to the relevant persons. You will come into contact with Trust staff, external stakeholders and members of the public.
- Vehicle safety and maintenance checks are key to the daily driving role. It is crucial to report any maintenance/defects/damage immediately.
Please see job description and person specs for full details
Person Specification
Experience and Qualifications
Essential
- Full UK Driving Licence (No more than 6 Points)
Desirable
- D1 Entitlement CPC Qualification and Tacho Card (In Date)
Skills
Essential
- Ability to use Mobile Devices for Audit and Vehicle purposes
Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
Person Specification
Experience and Qualifications
Essential
- Full UK Driving Licence (No more than 6 Points)
Desirable
- D1 Entitlement CPC Qualification and Tacho Card (In Date)
Skills
Essential
- Ability to use Mobile Devices for Audit and Vehicle purposes
Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
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).
