Summerhill Services Limited

NEPT Driver

The closing date is 19 September 2025

Job summary

An opportunity has become available and we are looking to employ self motivated individuals to work as part of the Transport Team.

POSTS & HOURS:-

NEPT Driver

Based at: Northcroft (Across all sites BSMHFT and others agreed)

1 Permanent post: 37.5h

Salary: £25197.47

This post will close as soon as enough applicants apply

At SSL we rely on diversity to deliver on our goals. We actively encourage applications from talented and qualified individuals from all walks of life regardless of race, gender, marital status, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability or age.

Disclosure

All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), satisfactory reference check, qualifications' check, occupational health check and mandatory training prior to commencement of employment.

Main duties of the job

To provide a high-quality Driver Service, Delivery service across all BSMHFT sites & others agreed to maintain a high quality continuous Service at all times that assists in ensuring a positive service user experience and reflects the values of the organisation.

To be responsible for a comprehensive Porter/Driver service to all BSMHFT, SSL & others agreed including outside contracts where necessary, in order to maintain a high-quality continuous Service at all times.

Deliver & Collect Key elements as described in responsibilities, but these may change with SSL re-organisation

Insurance has restriction on driver(s) who can drive:

  • PTS Vehicle
  • Minibus (7 plus seats)
  • WAV

No driver under the age of 25 can drive the above vehicle(s)

No driver that has held licence for less than TWO years can drive the above vehicle(s) regardless of age

About us

At SSL, we work in partnership with Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health Foundation Trust (BSMHFT), to deliver facilities management, transport and other support services to over 50 sites across the West Midlands. Our team keeps expanding and since our establishment, in 2012, we have grown rapidly though the acquisition of new sites and services. At SSL we take pride in our focus to support and contribute to the Trust's aim which is to help people get better and challenge the stigma associated with mental illness.

Sustainability - All staff are expected to support SSL in meeting our 'Green' objectives, being responsible and considerate with regards to all 'resources' used and acting to minimise waste (e.g., products purchased, miles travelled, or power used). SSL is mandated to meet national carbon net zero targets and is being performance managed towards that achievement. Every member of staff wishing to work for SSL is expected to contribute to a greener and more sustainable organisation.

The health and safety of our staff is our top priority. We partner with our occupational health provider to check/offer vaccinations for Hepatitis B, Tetanus, Polio, Diphtheria, Measles, Mumps, and rubella (MMR) Varicella, Bacillus Calmette-Gurin (BCG) in line with recommended best practices for healthcare settings.

For more information visit:www.ssl-delivermore.com

To check all our vacancies visit: https://bit.ly/SSLJOBSNHS

Details

Date posted

04 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£25,197.47 a year £25197.47 per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

NS-NEPT-37.5

Job locations

Northcroft

Back of Northcroft Hospital, 190 Reservoir Rd

Birmingham

B23 6DW


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to job description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities (These may change based on organisational needs)These will be operational at all Birmingham & Solihull Locations and other agreed locations and will follow all SSL policies, guidance notes, training, and all e-learning training.To work effectively and efficiently within a wider team of Porter Drivers, Supervisor & Transport & Logistics Coordinator to ensure the wellbeing of service users is always maintained and services provided.Works in line with all SSL policies and proceduresGood level of Communication with all SSL Staff, Visitors, Service users, Clients and suppliers.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to job description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities (These may change based on organisational needs)These will be operational at all Birmingham & Solihull Locations and other agreed locations and will follow all SSL policies, guidance notes, training, and all e-learning training.To work effectively and efficiently within a wider team of Porter Drivers, Supervisor & Transport & Logistics Coordinator to ensure the wellbeing of service users is always maintained and services provided.Works in line with all SSL policies and proceduresGood level of Communication with all SSL Staff, Visitors, Service users, Clients and suppliers.

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

  • Literate with satisfactory level of general education GCSE/CSE Certificates.
  • Manual Handling
  • NVQ2 Support Services or equivalent qualification

Desirable

  • Level 2 Food Safety Certificate HACCP Level

Knowledge and experience

Essential

  • Proven experience working with the public
  • Knowledge of Health & Safety & COSHH regulations
  • Good standard of knowledge of Microsoft software packages

Special Aptitude skills

Essential

  • Good level of oral and written communications skills
  • Good numeracy skills
  • Good organisational skills
  • Able to work alone and part of a team

Other

Essential

  • Able to work a flexible shift pattern which may include weekends and bank holidays
  • Full Current & Clean UK Driving Licence.
  • Able to fulfil Physical Requirement of the Role.
Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

  • Literate with satisfactory level of general education GCSE/CSE Certificates.
  • Manual Handling
  • NVQ2 Support Services or equivalent qualification

Desirable

  • Level 2 Food Safety Certificate HACCP Level

Knowledge and experience

Essential

  • Proven experience working with the public
  • Knowledge of Health & Safety & COSHH regulations
  • Good standard of knowledge of Microsoft software packages

Special Aptitude skills

Essential

  • Good level of oral and written communications skills
  • Good numeracy skills
  • Good organisational skills
  • Able to work alone and part of a team

Other

Essential

  • Able to work a flexible shift pattern which may include weekends and bank holidays
  • Full Current & Clean UK Driving Licence.
  • Able to fulfil Physical Requirement of the Role.

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

Summerhill Services Limited

Address

Northcroft

Back of Northcroft Hospital, 190 Reservoir Rd

Birmingham

B23 6DW


Employer's website

https://summerhillservicesltd.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Summerhill Services Limited

Address

Northcroft

Back of Northcroft Hospital, 190 Reservoir Rd

Birmingham

B23 6DW


Employer's website

https://summerhillservicesltd.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Transport and Logistics Coordinator

Nick Stone

nick.stone7@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

04 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£25,197.47 a year £25197.47 per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

NS-NEPT-37.5

Job locations

Northcroft

Back of Northcroft Hospital, 190 Reservoir Rd

Birmingham

B23 6DW


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