Job summary
Dean Medical Practice Coleford [part of G DOC LTD]
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Delivery
Driver to join our team in a friendly, forward-thinking practice. Candidates
will need excellent communication skills, passionate about working in the NHS
and helping to support the local community.
This is a Part Time position 10 hours per week.
Weekly working pattern: Monday to Friday 2 hours per day.Please only
apply if you are available to work these days and times.
This is a 12 month contract with the possibility of extension / permanent role.
Closing Date: 26.5.26
Interview Date:11.6.26
Main duties of the job
The purpose of the role is to:
To deliver and collect goods, prescriptions and
documentation safely, promptly and accurately between four practices.
To maintain a safe vehicle, to drive safely and
courteously.
To assist with other practice duties requested by
the management.
Reports to: The Deputy Practice Manager.
About us
G DOC LTD is a unique, GP-owned organisation all GP
surgeries in Gloucestershire are our shareholders. We operate with a
not-for-profit ethos, ensuring every decision and service is focused on
improving patient outcomes and reinvesting in local Primary Care across the
county.
We directly manage several GP surgeries in
Gloucester and the Forest of Dean, providing patient-centred care to more than
45,000 patients. We value continuity of care and practice teams are at the
heart of all we do. In addition to our surgeries, we deliver a range of
countywide commissioned services designed to improve access, increase capacity,
or provide specialist support. Our teams are committed to delivering
sustainable, high-quality primary care while fostering innovation and
collaboration across the local health system.
By joining us, youll be part of an organisation
that puts people first supporting staff wellbeing, professional development,
and a collaborative culture. Youll benefit from the stability, support, and
career opportunities of a larger organisation, while still working in
close-knit, community-focused teams.
About us
G DOC LTD is a unique, GP-owned organisation all GP
surgeries in Gloucestershire are our shareholders. We operate with a
not-for-profit ethos, ensuring every decision and service is focused on
improving patient outcomes and reinvesting in local Primary Care across the
county.
We directly manage several GP surgeries in Gloucester
and the Forest of Dean, providing patient-centred care to more than 45,000
patients. We value continuity of care and practice teams are at the heart
of all we do. In addition to our surgeries, we deliver a range of countywide
commissioned services designed to improve access, increase capacity, or provide
specialist support. Our teams are committed to delivering sustainable,
high-quality primary care while fostering innovation and collaboration across
the local health system.
By joining us, youll be part of an organisation that
puts people first supporting staff wellbeing, professional development, and a
collaborative culture. Youll benefit from the stability, support, and career
opportunities of a larger organisation, while still working in close-knit,
community-focused teams.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main
duties of the role
To
deliver and collect goods, prescriptions and documentation safely, promptly and
accurately between four practices.
To
maintain a safe vehicle, to drive safely and courteously.
To
assist with other practice duties requested by the management.
Reports
to: Deputy Practice Manager
Duties specific
to role
Always Follow
all applicable Standard Operating Procedures.
Ensure
authorization is requested and received in advance for any unscheduled stops.
Deal with all
contacts in a prompt, courteous, friendly manner.
Assist staff at
all practices as required.
Ensure the safe
keeping of the vehicle, goods and documentation during loading, unloading,
driving and delivering.
Always be
vigilant.
Refrigerated drugs are in a nominated cool storage within the
vehicle where available or arrange delivery route to avoid such items being
in the vehicle for excessive periods.
Ensure packages
containing medication are stored out of sight and that the contents are
not identifiable.
All information
transported always remains confidential and out of sight.
Lock the vehicle
whenever unattended.
Minimise the number
of personal belongings carried in the vehicle.
Other Tasks
Own vehicle maintenance to ensure that the vehicle is always
serviceable and road worthy.
Ensure that insurance cover is maintained on transport duly covering
the purposes for which it is used.
Always drive safely and in
a courteous manner in accordance with the Highway code.
Always drive to the road
conditions.
Report to your manager
immediately if anything affects your ability to drive safely and legally
(illness, medication changes, pending prosecution or licence endorsements)
Ensure high visibility clothing
is used when appropriate.
Always be an ambassador for
the Surgery.
Report accidents
immediately, following practice procedure at the scene of the incident.
Working conditions
Frequent, prolonged VDU use
Time-pressured environment
High levels of accuracy and attention to detail essential at all times
Exposure to distressing situations and written material
Job
Description for all G DOC workers
The
job description for all G DOC workers also forms part of your job
description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main
duties of the role
To
deliver and collect goods, prescriptions and documentation safely, promptly and
accurately between four practices.
To
maintain a safe vehicle, to drive safely and courteously.
To
assist with other practice duties requested by the management.
Reports
to: Deputy Practice Manager
Duties specific
to role
Always Follow
all applicable Standard Operating Procedures.
Ensure
authorization is requested and received in advance for any unscheduled stops.
Deal with all
contacts in a prompt, courteous, friendly manner.
Assist staff at
all practices as required.
Ensure the safe
keeping of the vehicle, goods and documentation during loading, unloading,
driving and delivering.
Always be
vigilant.
Refrigerated drugs are in a nominated cool storage within the
vehicle where available or arrange delivery route to avoid such items being
in the vehicle for excessive periods.
Ensure packages
containing medication are stored out of sight and that the contents are
not identifiable.
All information
transported always remains confidential and out of sight.
Lock the vehicle
whenever unattended.
Minimise the number
of personal belongings carried in the vehicle.
Other Tasks
Own vehicle maintenance to ensure that the vehicle is always
serviceable and road worthy.
Ensure that insurance cover is maintained on transport duly covering
the purposes for which it is used.
Always drive safely and in
a courteous manner in accordance with the Highway code.
Always drive to the road
conditions.
Report to your manager
immediately if anything affects your ability to drive safely and legally
(illness, medication changes, pending prosecution or licence endorsements)
Ensure high visibility clothing
is used when appropriate.
Always be an ambassador for
the Surgery.
Report accidents
immediately, following practice procedure at the scene of the incident.
Working conditions
Frequent, prolonged VDU use
Time-pressured environment
High levels of accuracy and attention to detail essential at all times
Exposure to distressing situations and written material
Job
Description for all G DOC workers
The
job description for all G DOC workers also forms part of your job
description.
Person Specification
DBS Check
Essential
- 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.
Qualifications
Essential
- Willing and able to undertake training and develop competency.
- Ability to follow policy and procedure
- Effective time management
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Maintaining strict confidentiality at all times
- Good interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
Desirable
- GCSE grade 4/C or above in maths & English, or equivalent (if candidate does not hold these qualifications or a recognised equivalent, competency testing may be required)
Experience
Essential
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Polite and confident
- Flexible and cooperative
- Motivated
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in situations
- Ability to work under pressure
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Person Specification
DBS Check
Essential
- 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.
Qualifications
Essential
- Willing and able to undertake training and develop competency.
- Ability to follow policy and procedure
- Effective time management
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Maintaining strict confidentiality at all times
- Good interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
Desirable
- GCSE grade 4/C or above in maths & English, or equivalent (if candidate does not hold these qualifications or a recognised equivalent, competency testing may be required)
Experience
Essential
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Polite and confident
- Flexible and cooperative
- Motivated
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in situations
- Ability to work under pressure
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing professional development
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.