Central London Community Health Trust

Bank Materials Management Operative

The closing date is 17 March 2026

Job summary

The Materials Management Operative is a customer-facing role requiring a strong customer service work ethic and commitment to being always proactive and positive. The role will require working in a team, operating the Trust's goods inwards / outwards systems for delivering goods to Wards and Departments. The post holder will be expected to assist customers who come to the Main Stores, checking goods received against delivery documents and picking and packing supplies as per requisitions received from Services within the Trust.

To work as part of Materials Management team to carry out: Receipting and distribution of all goods ordered. To review stock levels and manage stock inventory in line with clinical activity, and scan, order and put away as per the schedule.

This role requires the post holder to be physically fit.

This is a broad summary of the role detailing key areas of operation and responsibilities - further detail will be provided in the Main Duties and Responsibilities section, below, which provides more granular detail.

Monday to Friday (7.5 hours shifts) , Core hours are between 7-5

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be in daily contact with ward and service managers and staff within the hospitalProcurement - Clinical Specialists, Contracts Team, Customer ServicesDivisional team engagementWard review meetingsH&S to include Major IncidentFinance - e-Financials Systems Team, Accounts Payable.Other hospital services including Facilities, EstatesAll levels of Trust staff

External (if applicable)

The post holder will also be in regular contact with the goods receiving staff and NHS Logistics teamsSuppliers (inc. couriers)External NHS bodies as relevantMembers of the publicOther NHS Organisations and other Public Services

About us

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From new born health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Date posted

10 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£15.38 an hour Basic pay + Inner HCAS + 12.07% Holiday pay +

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

824-BANKMMO2-A

Job locations

St Mary's Hospital

Praed Street

London

W2 1NY

Job description

Job responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

GCSE Maths & English or equivalent
NVQ 2 or equivalent

Experience

Essential

Knowledge of receipting/ stock control systems and delivery procedures
Experience of working as part of a team
Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of databases
Experience of working in a busy environment
Manual Handling skills
Basic safety and proper lifting procedures
Proven ability to work without supervision
Ability to plan own workload

Desirable

Experience of working as part of a team
Proven knowledge of supply chain processes
Proven knowledge of electronic stock management
Knowledge or receipting / stock control systems and delivery
Experience of mechanical handling equipment to support the team

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

An awareness of risk management
Excellent communication skills and ability to build effective relationships
Self-management skills managing time and workload
Ability to work in a team and to superv ise the work of others
Ability to analyse, interpret and record data in a clear, and succinct manner
To be able to promote the work of the team across the trust
Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
Ability to work under pressure, prioritise effectively and manage competing demands.
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to prioritise work
Adaptable and flexible
Ability to cope with uncertainty and change
Proactive and innovative
Polite and courteous, approachable, attending to all requests
Maintains prompt timekeeping

Other

Essential

Flexible about work location - The post holder will l be required to travel to other CLCH sites in London
Appropriate level of physical fitness to perform the job (as outlined in the job description) with or without adaptations

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

GCSE Maths & English or equivalent
NVQ 2 or equivalent

Experience

Essential

Knowledge of receipting/ stock control systems and delivery procedures
Experience of working as part of a team
Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of databases
Experience of working in a busy environment
Manual Handling skills
Basic safety and proper lifting procedures
Proven ability to work without supervision
Ability to plan own workload

Desirable

Experience of working as part of a team
Proven knowledge of supply chain processes
Proven knowledge of electronic stock management
Knowledge or receipting / stock control systems and delivery
Experience of mechanical handling equipment to support the team

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

An awareness of risk management
Excellent communication skills and ability to build effective relationships
Self-management skills managing time and workload
Ability to work in a team and to superv ise the work of others
Ability to analyse, interpret and record data in a clear, and succinct manner
To be able to promote the work of the team across the trust
Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
Ability to work under pressure, prioritise effectively and manage competing demands.
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to prioritise work
Adaptable and flexible
Ability to cope with uncertainty and change
Proactive and innovative
Polite and courteous, approachable, attending to all requests
Maintains prompt timekeeping

Other

Essential

Flexible about work location - The post holder will l be required to travel to other CLCH sites in London
Appropriate level of physical fitness to perform the job (as outlined in the job description) with or without adaptations

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

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

St Mary's Hospital

Praed Street

London

W2 1NY

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

St Mary's Hospital

Praed Street

London

W2 1NY

Employer's website

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