Job summary
Health Courier Services intend to appoint one person to this vacancy however there will be an opportunity for a second person to also complete the required Blue Light Response training which will be determined following the interview process.
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership provides Clinical Logistics Transport Services across all Health Boards in Wales via its Health Courier Service, and is seeking a Blue Light Response Driver to join this service based in the Cardiff area, serving South Wales.
On average, the service sorts (via its own mail sorting hubs), delivers and collects over 120,000 items of mail/medical notes per week, and transports in excess of 5 million movements of samples of Blood Products and Pathology in accordance with Accord Dangereux Routier, Good Manufacturing Practice & legislative requirements per year.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will primarily be responsible for the transport/replenishment of NHS Pathology, Blood, secure and non-secure stationery and other stock items distributed to primary health care sites (Hospitals, GPs, pharmacies, opticians, dental surgeries) and its subsequent delivery to their healthcare premises across Wales. The 24/7 driver will usually deal with the ad hoc/urgent requests or requests that require a higher grade of response i.e. Blue Light, ADR or Specialist Chemotherapy
The post holder will be required to respond efficiently to instructions from HCS supervisory staff or an appropriate Control Centre, and carry out the safe, secure collection, transportation and delivery of a range of Blood Products, pathology, goods and items between GP surgeries, patients' homes, hospitals and other NHS establishments, as required. The work undertaken involves daily scheduled and non-scheduled work, and the duties are carried out in accordance with the HCS operating procedures, planned schedules and the Code of Conduct and Standards of Professional Behaviour.
This position will function as a relief role within the primary 24/7 rota and will also provide relief for our CAVUHB schedules.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.
Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people.
Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.
Offeringa comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visithttps://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/
NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
During the interview process all candidates will be required to undertake an initial driving assessment (at normal road speed) with a qualified Advanced Driving Instructor (ADI) who will assess each candidates suitability for progressing to completing a Standard Response Driving Qualification. The outcome of the initial assessment, which will assess attitude, awareness around vehicle preparation, vehicle control and driving safely, will form part of the overall interview criteria.
In order to be certified as a Blue Light Response Driver, the successful candidate will have to agree to the terms and conditions set out in the NWSSP Study Leave Procedure, participate in a 2 week intensive driving course funded by NWSSP and pass the final assessment. Failure to successfully pass the course could result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
During the interview process all candidates will be required to undertake an initial driving assessment (at normal road speed) with a qualified Advanced Driving Instructor (ADI) who will assess each candidates suitability for progressing to completing a Standard Response Driving Qualification. The outcome of the initial assessment, which will assess attitude, awareness around vehicle preparation, vehicle control and driving safely, will form part of the overall interview criteria.
In order to be certified as a Blue Light Response Driver, the successful candidate will have to agree to the terms and conditions set out in the NWSSP Study Leave Procedure, participate in a 2 week intensive driving course funded by NWSSP and pass the final assessment. Failure to successfully pass the course could result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience with dealing with Health Board stakeholders
- Evidence of driving experience including sound knowledge of highway code
Desirable
- Excellent knowledge of Health and Safety particularly with regard to driving
- Advanced Driving Skills
- Evidence of working within a fast-paced, challenging environment where prioritisation of workload is required
Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of local area
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience with dealing with Health Board stakeholders
- Evidence of driving experience including sound knowledge of highway code
Desirable
- Excellent knowledge of Health and Safety particularly with regard to driving
- Advanced Driving Skills
- Evidence of working within a fast-paced, challenging environment where prioritisation of workload is required
Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of local 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.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership
Address
NWSSP HCS Westpoint Base
Unit 1E Westpoint Industrial Estate, Penarth Road
Cardiff
CF11 8JQ
Employer's website
https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
