Job summary
We are looking to appoint 2 Transport Drivers on a fixed term 12 month contract to carry out a daily scheduled service moving equipment, samples, notes, stores, pharmacy and any other ad-hoc requests between hospital clinics.
There is a need to move patients to home addresses, nursing homes and across all NCA sites etc. Schedules will run Monday to Sunday this is based on service requirements . There is a need to know all schedules to cover if the need arises.
You must have a pleasant manner and be able to communicate with other members of staff and the general public.
You will need to be flexible towards the hours and duties within the Transport Department and be committed to work additional hours to meet contractual requirements. This means working on a rota system covering specific shifts, weekends and bank holidays and the Christmas period.
Main duties of the job
You are required to have previous driving experience and will have to drive a range of commercial fleet vehicles ranging from small Ford Connect vans, minibuses, ambulances and 3.5t tail lifts. Previous driving experience is necessary as is good geographical knowledge. Manual handing is essential and you will be required to handle heavy objects and/or patients.
You must be in possession of a current full clean driving licence
You wil have recent experience of driving goods vehicles up to and including 3.5 tonne.
About us
Salford Royal Organisation is part of the Northern Care Alliance, one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. Rated as 'outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, our Salford Royal site delivers innovative patient-centred care, and boasts an award winning Stroke centre and Heart Care unit. Supported by our community services in Salford, a mix of professionals from health, social and voluntary sectors, Salford exemplifies the benefits of a joined up approach to health and social care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Experience, Knowledge
Essential
- Full driving UK licence & DCPC
- Flexible approach to work
Desirable
- Able to plan work
- Work within a team
- Previous driving experience
- Smart appearance
- excellent communication skills
flexible approach to work
Desirable
- Previous experience in Healthcare communication or associated type work.
Person Specification
Experience, Knowledge
Essential
- Full driving UK licence & DCPC
- Flexible approach to work
Desirable
- Able to plan work
- Work within a team
- Previous driving experience
- Smart appearance
- excellent communication skills
flexible approach to work
Desirable
- Previous experience in Healthcare communication or associated type work.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).