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Main area: LGV Cat C Driver Grade Band 3
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday 14:00 - 22:15 and every other Saturday 04:00 - 12:15)
Job ref: 279-6859998-DEC24
Employer: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: St Richards Hospital
Town: Chichester
Salary: £24,071 - £25,674 Per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 01/01/2025 23:59
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First. In fact, our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff, which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work-life balance.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
Job Title: Laundry Transport Driver
Band: AFC Band 3
Hours: 37.5
Department: Laundry Services
Division: Estates and Facilities
Main duties of the job
* To carry out deliveries and collections of laundry across a number of internal and external site locations as per schedules and times.
* To ensure compliance with client requirements and agreed delivery of service at all times.
* To work as part of a team to carry out deliveries of laundry, goods, and PPE as required and as per schedule.
* To carry out daily vehicle checks and complete basic vehicle maintenance tasks as required.
* To ensure compliance by accurately completing all driving records as per current legislation.
* To ensure all paperwork/electronic records are completed correctly, presented accurately, and in a timely manner.
* Protect the Trust's Operating Licence by adhering to the undertakings of the Operator Licence.
* Ensure that you work in a safe and controlled manner at all times.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff, which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Communications and Relationship skills
* Maintain the confidentiality of information about patients, staff and other health service business in accordance with Trust Policy.
* Take a leading role in any departmental Information Technology initiatives.
* Provide advice and support to the Linen team.
* Inform the Transport Manager of any vehicle defects.
* Advise the Transport Manager of any delays or incidents.
* Act in a professional manner at all times.
Analytical and Judgemental skills
* To maintain effective and efficient records of all Linen services, observing varying trends and evidencing them to the Laundry Manager.
* Communicate daily with all users regarding any variation in services that may be required.
* Understand and adhere to procedures for dealing with complaints and ensure they are dealt with promptly and sympathetically.
* Carry out thorough daily vehicle checks at the start and end of the shift.
* Record all elements of the working day by manual data entry via the driver digital tachograph card.
Planning and Organisational skills
* Attend briefing meetings with the Laundry Manager, and liaise with other Supervisors.
* Ensure daily working time and daily driving times are not exceeded in line with EU and WTD rules.
Person specification
LGV Cat C
* Experience
* LGV Cat C or above
* Drivers CPC
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
* Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles.
* Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
Important information for applicants
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for those that meet the Visa and Immigration eligibility criteria.
Closing adverts early: Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Further Information
For help with the application process for non-medical vacancies only, please contact the Resourcing Team by Email: uhsussex.non-medicalvacancies@nhs.net
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