Job vacancy: Transport Driver, Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust, OLDHAM

Job summary

Main area: Driver
Grade: Band 2
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref: 236-NCA-EA194-24-A

Employer: Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: OLDHAM
Town: OLDHAM
Salary: £23,615 per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 27/12/2024 23:59

Transport Driver

Band 2

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To be familiar with the correct identification procedure when using the vehicle two way radio.
Must have a pleasant manner and be able to communicate with other members of staff and the general public.
To have detailed knowledge of and observe all regulations governing the driving and use of vehicles on the public highway.
To undertake daily checks as directed to ensure that the vehicle to be driven.
Complies with the requirements of the law and is in running order and report any defects to the Transport Supervisor or Transport Manager
To carry out specific scheduled and ad-hoc duties as requested by Manager, Transport Coordinator and Linen services or allocated by the Facilities Helpdesk
To be aware of and comply with the rules regarding the safe handling and carriage of medical records, pathology specimens, bloods, controlled drugs and stationery also potentially hazardous loads such as infected laundry, oxygen cylinders and liquid nitrogen flasks.
Drive Trust vehicles up to 19 tonne Vehicle
To be able to priorities own workload as to in which order some jobs need to be done.
To comply with the Trust confidentiality rules when delivering to patients addresses and when moving boxes of medical records.
Work within the rules and procedures applicable to the transport function.
The post holder will be responsible for the safe use of all trust equipment issued to or used by them
Be responsible for the adherence to Trust and Departmental policies and procedures.
Interaction with all patients and visitors, should be professional and courteous at all times.
To maintain the interior and exterior cleanliness of the vehicle in order to avoid cross infection, adhering to the Health and Safety regulations in force.
Report immediately any personal or vehicle related accident in which the employee may be involved and follow proceedure.
To give details immediately, of any action the police may give notice of their intention to take, against any driver of a vehicle owned or hired by the Trust.
Demonstrating duties to new starters in line with work instructions helping them achieve the service needs.
To be aware of and comply with the regulations in respect of drivers hours, tachograph charts, keeping of work records and any other records that may be required by the Trust.
Follow SOPs / Guidelines to ensure that the department is run in an efficient and safe manner e.g. Health & Safety, Fire Safety, C.O.S.H.H etc.

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

Qualifications

Essential criteria

Full Clean UK Driving licence.
Must be numerate and literate.

Knowledge

Essential criteria

Able to drive appropriate vehicle for the service requirements.
Have a working knowledge of the Greater Manchester / Local areas.

Skills

Essential criteria

Must have a pleasant manner and be able to communicate with other members of staff and the public.
Be prepared to take a driving test after interview.

Experience

Essential criteria

Have proven recent experience of driving goods vehicles up to and including 7.5 tonne.
Be prepared to work occasional bank holidays.

We understand the importance of balancing work and home life. We are committed to supporting flexible working for our people wherever possible and all our colleagues are given the opportunity to discuss potential for flexible working. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) serves a diverse population, and each Care Organisation works hard to ensure all services are accessible and fair.

We respect the value of difference. So, our aim is to employ a workforce representative of the communities we serve. Regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, trans status, pregnancy and maternity, race, sexual orientation, religion or belief, all are welcome.

We also warmly welcome interest from serving and ex-personnel, and their relatives. Please identify that you are a member of the armed forces community on your application form to be entitled to a guaranteed interview (subject to essential criteria being met). As a Disability Confident Employer, guaranteed interviews are also available to disabled applicants when essential role requirements have been met.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process, please contact [email protected]

For posts advertised on a fixed term contract basis, we will offer secondments only for NHS appointments. Fixed term contracts will be only be offered for external non-NHS appointments.

In applying for this post, you give the Trust permission to use your data for recruitment purposes.

Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should we receive sufficient applications or if it is filled via the internal redeployment process.

Keep up to date with the latest job opportunities and information across the Northern Care Alliance by following us on Twitter and Facebook: @NCACareersNHS

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name: Andrew Pass
Job title: Transport Manager
Email address: [email protected]
Telephone number: 01617785106
Additional information: .

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Transport Driver

Band 2

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Person specification

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Knowledge

Essential criteria

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Experience

Essential criteria

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