Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Bank Transport Driver

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Job summary

So many people want to join us in our Transport Department to work as a Driver - the things is, we don't want just anyone, we want the very best. As a Driver, you play such an invaluable role supporting the day to day running of our hospitals providing vital services within the community, all with a smile on your face. This is why we don't compromise when it comes to choosing new colleagues to join us.

A standard DBS check will be required.

We have a brilliant team for you to join who all work together to provide an excellent service.

You will be a fantastic team worker, who has experience of working with colleagues in a busy environment and also has basic computer skills. The world has gone digital so these skills are becoming more and more important.

There isn't another role like this around in the driving sector - so it goes without saying that full training will be given which will include all aspects of driving duties - we know you will proudly wear the uniform provided and join a team of colleagues from all backgrounds who work together to keep the hospital ticking smoothly.

Main duties of the job

The Transport Service would love to introduce you to our team if you are a conscientious and dedicated team player who is interested in providing a gold standard for our patients.

Roles within the Trust Transport Service include delivery and collection of ,but not limited to, blood transfusions, microbiology samples, equipment and stock items. Using Chorley Hospital as a base you will be providing services to and from local Hospitals, Surgeries, Health Centres and Clinics. Depending on the specific task you will be required to drive vehicles from a small van to a Luton van where you will be expected to operate a tail lift.

About us

We need people with fabulous customer services skills who are passionate in working to their very best to deliver services right across our hospitals and within the community.

Our service runs 7 days a week between 7am and 7pm. Different start times and finish times apply to fulfil bank duties.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

Date posted

19 February 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year Per Annum, Pro Rata

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

438-PB1289

Job locations

Transport Services Chorley Hospital

Preston Road

Chorley

PR7 1PP

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide and receive routine information, to inform work colleagues, patients, clients.
Provide and receive routine information requiring tact or persuasive skills; barriers to understanding; provide advice, instruction or training to groups.
Range of routine work procedures requiring on the job training.
Knowledge of relevant policies, procedures, systems and regulations gained through induction and on the job training over a number of weeks or equivalent experience.
Judgements involving facts or situations, some requiring analysis.
Investigates problems e.g. stock issues, fault finding, patient transport, use of chemicals.
Follow policies in own role, may be required to comment.
Regularly handle valuables; safe use of equipment other than equipment used personally; responsible for maintaining stock control, security of stock; responsible for safe use of expensive or highly complex equipment
Demonstrate own activities to new or less experienced employees
Undertake surveys or audits, as necessary to own work.
Occasional moderate effort for several long periods; frequent moderate effort for several short periods/ Ongoing requirement for light effort; frequent moderate effort for several long periods; Occasional intense effort for several short periods

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide and receive routine information, to inform work colleagues, patients, clients.
Provide and receive routine information requiring tact or persuasive skills; barriers to understanding; provide advice, instruction or training to groups.
Range of routine work procedures requiring on the job training.
Knowledge of relevant policies, procedures, systems and regulations gained through induction and on the job training over a number of weeks or equivalent experience.
Judgements involving facts or situations, some requiring analysis.
Investigates problems e.g. stock issues, fault finding, patient transport, use of chemicals.
Follow policies in own role, may be required to comment.
Regularly handle valuables; safe use of equipment other than equipment used personally; responsible for maintaining stock control, security of stock; responsible for safe use of expensive or highly complex equipment
Demonstrate own activities to new or less experienced employees
Undertake surveys or audits, as necessary to own work.
Occasional moderate effort for several long periods; frequent moderate effort for several short periods/ Ongoing requirement for light effort; frequent moderate effort for several long periods; Occasional intense effort for several short periods

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

oFull UK Manual Driving Licence

Desirable

oHealth and Safety Qualification.
oManual handling Qualification
oFirst Aid Certificate.

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

oCustomer service experience
oProven ability to work without supervision.

Desirable

oPrevious experience working in a hospital environment.
oPrevious driving or courier experience.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

oFull UK Manual Driving Licence

Desirable

oHealth and Safety Qualification.
oManual handling Qualification
oFirst Aid Certificate.

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

oCustomer service experience
oProven ability to work without supervision.

Desirable

oPrevious experience working in a hospital environment.
oPrevious driving or courier experience.

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

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Transport Services Chorley Hospital

Preston Road

Chorley

PR7 1PP

Employer's website

https://www.lancsteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Transport Services Chorley Hospital

Preston Road

Chorley

PR7 1PP

Employer's website

https://www.lancsteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)