Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust

Warehouse Operative

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Job summary

37.5 hours full time and part time posts 30 hours available

Working a rostered shift pattern covering M-F 08:00-20:00

Consideration will be given to those wanting to work part time able to offer regular patterns of work activity across our hours of delivery.

We welcome people who have worked in warehouse environments previously and want to use their existing skills in the NHS.

Equally we are keen to hear from individuals who are passionate about service delivery and keen to promote excellence in health care in a role that does not require clinical training or previous specific experience, who want to be part of a highly efficient team, making a difference to patients and clinicians.

Excellent verbal communication skills and a general level of education, literate and numerate. We can provide you with resources to develop and progress a long-term career including level 2 and 3 apprenticeships.

Contact recruiting manager for an informal visit or discussion.

Please note the Trust will not provide sponsorship to work for this role, to apply you must have current right to work in the UK status.

Main duties of the job

Gain knowledge of equipment and be able to select it from stock and load a van based on the next days scheduled plan, with the support of senior drivers and warehouse supervisors.
Supported to gain skills for handling equipment, including manual handling processes and risk assessments to look after your safety and wellbeing when moving equipment.
Communicating politely with queries from patients, carers and staff when preparing equipment, liaising with Warehouse Supervisors if help is required.
Quality check work prior to internally transferring equipment through to the main warehouse.
Cleaning returned equipment, maintaining a clean, safe warehouse, and undertaking duties associated with the maintenance of stock.
Adhere to the correct policies and procedures in line with Infection Prevention and control, COSHH, Health and safety and Manual Handling guidelines.

About us

At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.

We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. Its why we were named Large Apprenticeship Employer of the Year award at the 2022 Worcestershire Apprenticeship Awards. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.

What we offer

27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service

Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours

Flexible and agile working opportunities

Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support

Wide range of staff networks such as LGBT+ and ENRICH (Equality Network for Race Inclusion and Cultural Heritage)

Health service discounts and online benefits including excellent cycle to work and car salary sacrifice schemes

Health and wellbeing opportunities

If you would like to know more, please visit our careers website.

Date posted

24 December 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,615 a year pro rata for part time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9798-1068

Job locations

Wheelchair & Equipment Loans Service

Crown Lane

Wychbold

Droitwich

Worcestershire

WR9 0BX

Job description

Job responsibilities

Behave consistently with the values and beliefs of the organisation and promote these on day-to-day basis.
Act as a role model to colleagues, always seeking to maintain the highest standards of professionalism. Use their initiative and take responsibility for themselves and the quality of their work and the service they provide to patients.
Support drivers to undertake 2-person delivery/collections of equipment when requested.
Be responsible for following set procedures to accurately maintain stock records.
Undertake warehouse and decontamination duties commensurate with the post, as directed.
Communicate effectively and professionally at all levels with patients, staff, and visitors, and be able to respond appropriately to unpredictable situation.

For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Behave consistently with the values and beliefs of the organisation and promote these on day-to-day basis.
Act as a role model to colleagues, always seeking to maintain the highest standards of professionalism. Use their initiative and take responsibility for themselves and the quality of their work and the service they provide to patients.
Support drivers to undertake 2-person delivery/collections of equipment when requested.
Be responsible for following set procedures to accurately maintain stock records.
Undertake warehouse and decontamination duties commensurate with the post, as directed.
Communicate effectively and professionally at all levels with patients, staff, and visitors, and be able to respond appropriately to unpredictable situation.

For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

Basic Health & Safety awareness
Awareness of the confidential nature of the post

Desirable

Previous experience in stock control systems

Experience

Essential

Has worked in a warehouse environment for stock selection

Desirable

Working knowledge of NHS

Additional Criteria

Essential

Flexible and adaptable disposition
You understand that we will not provide sponsorship to work for this role.

Qualifications

Essential

General level of education, literate and numerate
I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer

Desirable

Keyboard skills

Skills & Abilities

Essential

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats.
Role modelling good behaviour.
Self-motivated and able to work without close supervision.
Ability to work with a team and share ideas.
Good organisational skills
Ability to lift.
Prepared to handle dirty/soiled equipment following correct procedures.

Desirable

Health & Safety training
Manual Handling training
Customer Care
Mechanical/DIY experience or interest

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

Basic Health & Safety awareness
Awareness of the confidential nature of the post

Desirable

Previous experience in stock control systems

Experience

Essential

Has worked in a warehouse environment for stock selection

Desirable

Working knowledge of NHS

Additional Criteria

Essential

Flexible and adaptable disposition
You understand that we will not provide sponsorship to work for this role.

Qualifications

Essential

General level of education, literate and numerate
I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer

Desirable

Keyboard skills

Skills & Abilities

Essential

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats.
Role modelling good behaviour.
Self-motivated and able to work without close supervision.
Ability to work with a team and share ideas.
Good organisational skills
Ability to lift.
Prepared to handle dirty/soiled equipment following correct procedures.

Desirable

Health & Safety training
Manual Handling training
Customer Care
Mechanical/DIY experience or interest

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

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Wheelchair & Equipment Loans Service

Crown Lane

Wychbold

Droitwich

Worcestershire

WR9 0BX

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Wheelchair & Equipment Loans Service

Crown Lane

Wychbold

Droitwich

Worcestershire

WR9 0BX

Employer's website

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