CHEC

Warehouse Operative

The closing date is 31 October 2025

Job summary

We are always looking for great talent to join our team and help achieve our ambitious goals and growth. We care about our people, and we care about the future of community health and how CHEC can play an innovative part in making this great, with your help.

Main duties of the job

Our Warehouse Operatives play a vital role in ensuring our clinics are fully equipped to deliver excellent patient care. Working within our Stock Hub, youll manage the flow of medical supplies and equipment; from receiving deliveries and maintaining stock accuracy to coordinating timely distribution to clinics. This is a fast-paced, hands-on role that directly supports operational efficiency and patient outcomes.

About us

Since 2012, CHEC has been working with the NHS to increase patient choice and provide better access to exceptional, timely, locally-based ophthalmology and gastroenterology care free at the point of care. CHEC has a nationwide portfolio of community hospitals and clinics operating in a unique hub-and-spoke model. We are proud to have a role alongside colleagues in the NHS, offering patients the choice of access to essential procedures and help achieve the best possible clinical outcomes. We continue to expand our community-based offering of vital healthcare to patients across England, including ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) and Dermatology services. CHEC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment, this includes being aware of and adhering to all CHEC Safeguarding policies. Recruitment checks are undertaken in accordance with the NHS Employment Check Standards and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Details

Date posted

06 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

CHE1143699

Job locations

CHEC Preston

Fulwood

Preston

Lancashire

PR2 9WT


Job description

Job responsibilities

Receive, check, and label incoming stock. Pick, pack, and prepare orders for delivery to clinics. Maintain accurate inventory records and support audits. Monitor expiry dates and support stock rotation. Keep the Stock Hub organised, clean, and compliant with safety standards. Coordinate deliveries to ensure clinics receive supplies on time.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Receive, check, and label incoming stock. Pick, pack, and prepare orders for delivery to clinics. Maintain accurate inventory records and support audits. Monitor expiry dates and support stock rotation. Keep the Stock Hub organised, clean, and compliant with safety standards. Coordinate deliveries to ensure clinics receive supplies on time.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience in stock control, warehouse, or logistics (healthcare experience desirable).
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling stock data.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • A proactive, flexible approach and the ability to manage competing priorities.
  • Commitment to maintaining compliance, safety, and high standards of service.
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience in stock control, warehouse, or logistics (healthcare experience desirable).
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling stock data.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • A proactive, flexible approach and the ability to manage competing priorities.
  • Commitment to maintaining compliance, safety, and high standards of service.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

CHEC

Address

CHEC Preston

Fulwood

Preston

Lancashire

PR2 9WT


Employer's website

https://www.communityhealthservices.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

CHEC

Address

CHEC Preston

Fulwood

Preston

Lancashire

PR2 9WT


Employer's website

https://www.communityhealthservices.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Resourcing Specialist

Ellie Stretch

ellie.s@chec.uk

Details

Date posted

06 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

CHE1143699

Job locations

CHEC Preston

Fulwood

Preston

Lancashire

PR2 9WT


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