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Job summary

Main area
Logistics
Grade
Bank Band 3
Contract
Bank
Hours
Flexible working - 0 hours per week (Bank Work)
Job ref
354-EF-20295
Employer
Sussex Partnership NHS FoundationTrust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Amberstone Hospital
Town
East sussex
Salary
£13.13 per hour
Salary period
Hourly
Closing
09/04/2025 23:59

Employer heading

Sussex Partnership NHS FoundationTrust logo

Bank Porter / Logistics Driver

Bank Band 3

Come and join us

We're looking for people who share our values (compassion, accountability and optimism) to help us provide high quality care to the patients, carers, families and local communities we serve. We specialise in providing NHS mental health and learning disability services.

So what can we offer you in return?

We're an organisation which puts people first. We'll do everything possible to help you feel respected, valued and included. We'll help you learn, acquire new skills and gain further experience to support your career development. And we'll provide the opportunity for you to bring your fresh ideas to work about how we can do things differently and continue improving.

You will also be joining a health and care system committed to working together to do the best we can for the communities we serve. Above all, at Sussex Partnership you'll have the chance to make a difference to the lives of the patients, carers and families across our communities.

As a Trust we are committed in making a difference. Your development is important to us, so don't forget to ask us during interview what opportunities we can offer. We can offer fully funded lifelong learning opportunities such as an apprenticeship from GCSE to Masters level.

If you like the sound of that, then come and join our team.

Job overview

We are seeking to recruit a passionate and knowledgeable Bank Driver to our small logistics team based in Amberstone, Hailsham. Covering a range of duties and a large area of the trust you will need to have a good geographical knowledge of East & West Sussex.

Main duties of the job

To undertake driving and other transport functions using a variety of vehicles and equipment to provide the provision of the courier delivery service, food deliveries Trust wide. Maintaining/ensuring safe, reliable, timely and efficient transport and logistics operational standards are achieved at all times.

Working for our organisation

We provide mental health and learning disability care for children, young people and adults across Sussex and for children and young people in Hampshire.

Working in Sussex:

-Travel easily between coast and countryside, with a blend of picturesque villages and seaside towns there’s always new experiences to be enjoyed

-Embrace the city life with great access to visit Brighton and London

-With easy access to Gatwick and Heathrow and excellent railway links across the UK there is plenty of opportunity for adventure

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To undertake routine collection, sorting and delivery of courier post, packages, food deliveries, Supply Chain stores and other commodities to/from Trust properties and other sites in which Trust staff are based, on a daily basis.

• Goods to be delivered to the storage point not just to the door with some storage points being up numerous flights of stairs.

• Adhere to strict delivery timetable/schedule in order to provide a safe, efficient and effective service subject to traffic, road and hazardous weather conditions.

• Undertake the movement and disposal of furniture and equipment within and between Trust properties as required. This also involves assisting in the preparation of quotes for such ad hoc duties.

• To ensure vehicles are kept in a safe roadworthy condition at all times and to report any defects, however minor, to the Logistic admin Office using the appropriate documentation.

• To carry out daily checks (including but not limited to tyres, oil, coolant, screen wash, bodywork and lights) and maintain at appropriate levels or standards of operation.

• To keep vehicles in a clean condition inside and out.

• To ensure vehicles are secured and suitably parked when unattended.

• Maintain vehicle records, including fuel drawn and mileage in the vehicle logbook.

• Complete as necessary accident report forms, daily work schedules, delivery notes etc.

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety at Work, Fire Safety and Manual Handling policies.

• To record deliveries on delivery system Easytrans - training will be provided

• To carry out any other duties of a similar nature within the scope and grade of the post.

 

This job description is intended as a guide. It is subject to periodical review and may change in detail and emphasis in the light of any organisational changes and developments.

 

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Full UK license
Desirable criteria
  • Driving experience

Knowledge

Desirable criteria
  • NHS / Geographical knowledge

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Apprenticeships logoNo smoking policyDisability confident leaderDefence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) - BronzeCare quality commission - GoodArmed Forces Covenant Gold AwardStep into healthPride In Veterans

Applicant requirements

This post will require a submission for Disclosure to be made to check for any unspent criminal convictions.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Richard Newbound
Job title
Assistant logistics manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01323 444143
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