We have an opportunity for a Van Driver / Warehouse Assistant to join us in a bank role at our Retail Hub in Pampisford.
This role is responsible for collecting / delivering furniture to and from residential and commercial premises whilst also supporting with daily tasks at the Retail Hub. This will include multiple (can be heavy) drops and collections per shift.
Main duties will include:
* Driving a 3.5-ton van from point to point in a local area completing collections and deliveries.
* Communicating with customers by phone, providing updates relating to the delivery or collection times, keeping them informed of issues or changes to agreed timings.
* Safely moving furniture and heavy goods into customer houses and commercial premises, taking care to prevent damage or injury.
* Assist, when needed, with Retail Hub operations, which may involve helping customers, donors or handling payments for goods or paperwork
Successful candidates should have a full, clean C1 driving licence, with previous experience driving a van or truck. Good communication and customer service skills are also required.
This role is subject to a Basic DBS check.
Please note that this is a bank role and shifts will be offered as they are available. We are happy to discuss this further at interview.
The salary quoted is based on full time hours and will be pro-rata'd for part time posts. As a Charity with limited funds, it is usual practice for new starters to commence on the minimum of the salary band for the role. Exceptionally, and only for candidates demonstrating significant strengths relevant to the role, we may be able to negotiate on this.
We are a Disability Confident employer, and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. If you would like support to apply, please contact the HR Team by email and we will be happy to help.
Arthur Rank Hospice Charity does not hold a sponsor license; therefore, we are unable to offer sponsorship to individuals who do not currently have the right to work in the UK, or that require sponsorship as a condition of an existing visa.
We are committed to inclusivity, respect, fairness, engagement and equality of opportunity for our patients and their families, our staff and trustees, our volunteers and our supporters. We value the strength that comes with difference and the positive contribution that diversity brings to our community. Therefore, candidates with a disability that meet the minimum criteria will be guaranteed an interview. We are also working to increase diversity throughout the organisation, and we particularly welcome applications from BAME people who are currently under-represented.
Arthur Rank Hospice Charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults who draw on care and support and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.