Job summary
Please note that this role is advertised on behalf of Atlas BFW Management Ltd (Atlas), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and as such, successful applicant(s) will be on Atlas Terms and Conditions. For further information about Atlas, please visit: www.bfwml.co.uk The post holder will contribute to the provision of an efficient transport service to Atlas' clients, primarily to NHS properties in Lancaster, Blackpool, Kendal, Barrow and surrounding districts.
The post holder will contribute to the provision of an efficient transport service to Atlas' clients, primarily to NHS properties in Blackpool and surrounding districts.
Bank Transport Portering Drivers 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.Bank Transport Portering Drivers must have a friendly disposition in order to be able to communicate with patients, clients, colleagues and the public in order to complete daily tasks.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is expected to ensure that their behavior is consistent with Atlas values at all times and is expected to:
- Support the aims and vision of the Company.
- Act with honesty and integrity at all times.
- Be a positive ambassador for Atlas.
- Demonstrate high standards of personal conduct
- Value and respect colleagues.
- Work with others to develop and improve the services of the Company.
- Uphold Atlas' commitment to equality and diversity.
- Take personal responsibility for their words, deed and actions and the quality of the service they deliver.
- Always behave appropriately and professionally, particularly when representing Atlas.
The post holder will:To develop and maintain effective close working relationships and communicate regularly with a widerange of internal and external stakeholders, including, but not exclusively:o Clients' staff, including, but not exclusively, Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust,Lancashire Care and University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust.o General Atlas Staff across the Company.
About us
As experts in healthcare facilities and property management, we deliver fully-managed healthcare facilities services and property management solutions to clients throughout Blackpool, Fylde, Wyre and North Lancashire.
Our teams ensure our clients properties and amenities provide the best environment for their customers, patients, staff and visitors.
As a wholly owned subsidiary of Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, we support the Trusts frontline clinical services and assist with the delivery of patient care, through our service provision.
Our profits are used to help grow our business, whilst providing additional employment, training and development opportunities for local people.
Visit: bfwml.co.uk for further information
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Collection and distribution of confidential items such as, case notes and medical records.
- Collection and delivery of pathology specimens and blood products to various sites, across our footprint, as per our clients instructions.
- Responsible for the signature and safe delivery of prescription books.
- Responsible for the signature, checking and safe delivery of Controlled Drugs to different NHS and private sites as dictated by the pharmacy department.
- Carriage and Transportation of prescription drugs and pharmaceutical products to varied client locations, including private address, hospices, nursing homes and HM Prisons.
- Carriage and Transportation of Radioactive Materials. Completion of associated paperwork, in accordance with current legislation.
- Collection and carriage of mail, sorting, distribution, and delivery to and for our clients across our footprint.
- Carriage and Transportation of furniture and equipment, as per the requirements of our clients.
- Deliver various items to and from specified locations, to and from client locations, across our footprint, as per the requirements of our clients.
- Plan routes daily to take into account road and traffic conditions.
- Collection and delivery of domiciliary laundry to and from client locations, across our footprint, as per the requirements of our clients.
- Complete timesheets, daily vehicle log sheets and any other necessary administration documents.
- Use Manual Handling equipment.
Vehicles
- Carry out cleaning, daily maintenance, routine safety checking of vehicles to ensure they are roadworthy and legal.
Please Note:
The job description is not intended to be exhaustive, and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances and following discussions with the post holder.
Please see full attached Job Description & Person Specification for more information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Collection and distribution of confidential items such as, case notes and medical records.
- Collection and delivery of pathology specimens and blood products to various sites, across our footprint, as per our clients instructions.
- Responsible for the signature and safe delivery of prescription books.
- Responsible for the signature, checking and safe delivery of Controlled Drugs to different NHS and private sites as dictated by the pharmacy department.
- Carriage and Transportation of prescription drugs and pharmaceutical products to varied client locations, including private address, hospices, nursing homes and HM Prisons.
- Carriage and Transportation of Radioactive Materials. Completion of associated paperwork, in accordance with current legislation.
- Collection and carriage of mail, sorting, distribution, and delivery to and for our clients across our footprint.
- Carriage and Transportation of furniture and equipment, as per the requirements of our clients.
- Deliver various items to and from specified locations, to and from client locations, across our footprint, as per the requirements of our clients.
- Plan routes daily to take into account road and traffic conditions.
- Collection and delivery of domiciliary laundry to and from client locations, across our footprint, as per the requirements of our clients.
- Complete timesheets, daily vehicle log sheets and any other necessary administration documents.
- Use Manual Handling equipment.
Vehicles
- Carry out cleaning, daily maintenance, routine safety checking of vehicles to ensure they are roadworthy and legal.
Please Note:
The job description is not intended to be exhaustive, and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances and following discussions with the post holder.
Please see full attached Job Description & Person Specification for more information.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Full, clean and current UK driving license
- No criminal record including convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings which may be relevant to the safety and welfare of service users/staff.
Knowledge: General
Essential
- Experience working to strict time scales.
- Ability to attend work and carry out all related tasks punctually and reliably.
- Ability to communicate effectively with other members of staff, management, and service user.
- Ability to manage own time to deal with multiple tasks efficiently.
- Ability to make decisions and actions on basis of own initiative.
- Ability to work to specified schedules and timescales.
- Ability to maintain appropriate levels of confidentiality.
- Ability to provide good 'customer service' to all users of the service.
- Ability to work various shift patterns as required.
Desirable
- Ability to follow laid down procedures as well as willingness to suggest changes and improve systems.
Knowledge: Specialist
Essential
- Experience delivering a road transport service.
- Knowledge of the Highway Code.
- Knowledge of safe working practices and related health and safety considerations.
- Knowledge of the Lancashire, Blackpool, Fylde, Wyre, and Barrow areas.
Desirable
- Knowledge of the laws and regulations covering licensing, insurance, and road use.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Full, clean and current UK driving license
- No criminal record including convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings which may be relevant to the safety and welfare of service users/staff.
Knowledge: General
Essential
- Experience working to strict time scales.
- Ability to attend work and carry out all related tasks punctually and reliably.
- Ability to communicate effectively with other members of staff, management, and service user.
- Ability to manage own time to deal with multiple tasks efficiently.
- Ability to make decisions and actions on basis of own initiative.
- Ability to work to specified schedules and timescales.
- Ability to maintain appropriate levels of confidentiality.
- Ability to provide good 'customer service' to all users of the service.
- Ability to work various shift patterns as required.
Desirable
- Ability to follow laid down procedures as well as willingness to suggest changes and improve systems.
Knowledge: Specialist
Essential
- Experience delivering a road transport service.
- Knowledge of the Highway Code.
- Knowledge of safe working practices and related health and safety considerations.
- Knowledge of the Lancashire, Blackpool, Fylde, Wyre, and Barrow areas.
Desirable
- Knowledge of the laws and regulations covering licensing, insurance, and road use.
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).
