Maintenance/Driver

St Ann’s Hospice

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Job summary

Have you got what it takes?

Are you an enthusiastic team player with good communication skills who is honest and reliable?
Can you demonstrate experience working in a similar role, working to the highest standards?
You must be passionate about our patients and a collaborative colleague
Most importantly, you must be wholeheartedly committed to and motived by the purpose and values of St Anns Hospice.

''Our staff and volunteers are what make St Ann's the amazing place it is. Every member of our team, no matter their role, makes a real difference to the hospice and the patients we care for.''

Paul Jarvis, Director of Business Development

Main duties of the job

To work within the framework of the hospice in its provision of Specialist Palliative Care and support care by supporting the team in ensuring that the aims and objectives of the organisation are met.

You will also be responsible for making sure the premises and grounds are maintained to a high standard. You will perform regular checks and carry out repairs and when required contact external agents to support.

You will be responsible for providing a safe and courteous transportation service for our patients to and from the hospice and the collection and delivery of Hospice supplies as and when required.

The role requires someone who can show sensitivity and empathy as we support our patients and their families whilst in our care.

About us

At St Anns, theres one thing that motivates us, and thats providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting illnesses.

Were continuously developing our plans for delivering world-class, innovative care and to ensure St Anns is in the best shape possible for future generations.

Youll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

Contract: we are pleased to be able to offer this post as a full-time permanent position.

Salary: Band 2, £21,303 - £22,414 Competency Based Framework.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Occasional weekend work may be requested to support the organisation.

Based at: Little Hulton.

Free parking at both St Ann's Hospice sites.

This is an exciting time to join an ambitious, much loved charity and help us achieve our goals. If youre looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. St Anns Hospice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and children.

Please note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

Please call Rob Kind for an informal discussion on 0161 498 3624.

Interview date: 20th July 2023

Date posted

30 June 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£21,303 to £22,414 a year Competency Based Framework

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

B0256-23-0034

Job locations

St. Anns Hospice

Peel Lane

Worsley

Manchester

M28 0FE

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Maintenance/Driver will:

Carry out general maintenance requests from all departments as and when required.
To service and repair the hospice buildings equipment and its grounds to a high standard.
Collect and deliver hospice supplies as and when necessary.
Transport patients to and from the hospice.
Set up rooms for meetings.
Be responsible for the upkeep and reporting of vehicle maintenance.
Convey patients as and when required for hospital appointments and home visits.
Carry out weekly, monthly and quarterly check lists.
Perform PAT testing and manage the equipment register

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Maintenance/Driver will:

Carry out general maintenance requests from all departments as and when required.
To service and repair the hospice buildings equipment and its grounds to a high standard.
Collect and deliver hospice supplies as and when necessary.
Transport patients to and from the hospice.
Set up rooms for meetings.
Be responsible for the upkeep and reporting of vehicle maintenance.
Convey patients as and when required for hospital appointments and home visits.
Carry out weekly, monthly and quarterly check lists.
Perform PAT testing and manage the equipment register

Person Specification

Requirements

Essential

The Maintenance / Driver will be able to:
Carry out general maintenance requests from all departments as required.
Maintain a healthy and safe environment within the hospice departments and other areas as required.
Attend all mandatory training.
Liaise with external suppliers.
Ensure all works carried out by external contracts are of the required standard.
Record safety procedures and fire alarm testing records accurately.

Experience

Essential

The Maintenance / Driver will:
Have a full clean driving license.
Have some experience of completing basic maintenance tasks.
Be over the age of 25 for insurance purposes.
Have a flexible approach to work and be reliable and a team player.
Be able to communicate effectively.

Person Specification

Requirements

Essential

The Maintenance / Driver will be able to:
Carry out general maintenance requests from all departments as required.
Maintain a healthy and safe environment within the hospice departments and other areas as required.
Attend all mandatory training.
Liaise with external suppliers.
Ensure all works carried out by external contracts are of the required standard.
Record safety procedures and fire alarm testing records accurately.

Experience

Essential

The Maintenance / Driver will:
Have a full clean driving license.
Have some experience of completing basic maintenance tasks.
Be over the age of 25 for insurance purposes.
Have a flexible approach to work and be reliable and a team player.
Be able to communicate effectively.

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.