Job summary
We are looking for a careful and experienced driver to join our team on a 25hr per week permanent contract, working 1200x1700hrs Monday to Friday. This opportunity involves an approximately 100 mile loop around Airedale, Harrogate and Leeds NHS trusts.
You must be able to communicate effectively with internal & external customers, and work colleagues throughout the process of delivery of the service, ensuring Airedale NHS Foundation Trust is able to deliver the right care for patients. You must have a flexible "can-do" approach and be able to resolve problem s as they arise and be self reliant when out on the road. This is a physically demanding role and involves lifting, pulling and pushing.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, have a clean driving license and have experience in a similar kind of role.
This is a rewarding role that makes a real difference to people's lives. Applicants must have experience of working with a diverse cross section of the community and the public in general.
Part Time Post - 25 hours per week
*You must be over the age of 18 to apply for this role*
Main duties of the job
AGH Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Airedale NHS Foundation Trust and provides Estates, Facilities, and procurement services for the Trust.
We are looking for a highly motivated and professional individual capable of working well within our current Transport Team.
Main duties of the job
AGH Solutions Transport & Logistics Department is committed to providing a high-quality standard of service to all its customers.
Transport & Logistics drivers undertake the transportation of various items (sterile services equipment, Linen, pathology samples, medication, records etc) to and from external community sites and the premises of other external customers.
About us
AGH Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Airedale NHS Foundation Trust and provides Estates, Facilities and procurement services for the Trust.
Benefits include: 26 days holiday a year + Bank Holidays (pro rata) 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Line Options to buy and sell annual leave Access to 4 Staff Networks - Enable, Gender, Race Equality and Rainbow Networks Onsite Children's Nursery Access to NHS discounts
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to attached Job description and Person specification.
This position is not currently eligible for a certificate of sponsorship in line with Home Office guidance as it does not appear on the skilled worker visa occupation list.
If you currently hold a different type of visa allowing you to work in the UK we would welcome an application from you. If your visa expires or there is a change in status during your employment, the Trust will be required to review your employment which may result in the termination of your employment to comply with the relevant immigration legislation
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to attached Job description and Person specification.
This position is not currently eligible for a certificate of sponsorship in line with Home Office guidance as it does not appear on the skilled worker visa occupation list.
If you currently hold a different type of visa allowing you to work in the UK we would welcome an application from you. If your visa expires or there is a change in status during your employment, the Trust will be required to review your employment which may result in the termination of your employment to comply with the relevant immigration legislation
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Clean driving licence, with no pending penalties
- Must have a good standard of written and verbal communication
Experience required
Essential
- 2 years driving experience in delivery vehicles up to and including 3.5 tons
- Experience of working with a diverse range of people
- Experience of working within a team but also able to work on own initiative
Skills
Essential
- Understanding of Confidentiality
- Demonstrates an understanding of Dignity and Respect
- Ability to follow instructions bothe verbal and written
- Communicates effectively
- Able to use own initiative
Desirable
- Knowledge of an NHS organisation or similar environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic knowledge of health and safety in a working environment
- Knowledge of driving regulations and basic vehicle maintenance
Desirable
- Knowledge of health and safety at work, and infection control
- Have a good local knowledge of the area
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Clean driving licence, with no pending penalties
- Must have a good standard of written and verbal communication
Experience required
Essential
- 2 years driving experience in delivery vehicles up to and including 3.5 tons
- Experience of working with a diverse range of people
- Experience of working within a team but also able to work on own initiative
Skills
Essential
- Understanding of Confidentiality
- Demonstrates an understanding of Dignity and Respect
- Ability to follow instructions bothe verbal and written
- Communicates effectively
- Able to use own initiative
Desirable
- Knowledge of an NHS organisation or similar environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic knowledge of health and safety in a working environment
- Knowledge of driving regulations and basic vehicle maintenance
Desirable
- Knowledge of health and safety at work, and infection control
- Have a good local knowledge of the area
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.
