Job summary The Facilities Services team at Rampton Hospital are looking for a number Facilities Assistants that will undertake a driving role to join our bank team. These positions are on an 'as and when' required basis. The shifts are fixed and you will be required to work four hour shifts, either; 0630 - 10.30 and/or17.30 - 2230, seven days a week, 365 days a year. No previous experience is required but all applicants must be over 21 years of age and have held a full British Driving Licence for a minimum of 12 months, allowing you to drive in the UK with 6 points or less on your licence which will be subject to a DVLA check. Prior to being offered a position you will be expected to complete a Fitness to Drive Medical arranged by the Trust. You will receive a comprehensive induction and training programme before driving any Trust vehicles. Main duties of the job To contribute to the provision of an efficient staff changeover process using the Rampton Hospital Electric Vehicle for the transportation of up to 8 staff during the core shifts, to various local hospitals, supporting the Rampton Hospital clinical teams. About us TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons. We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health. We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity. The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team. The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment Date posted 23 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £11.45 an hour per hour Contract Bank Working pattern Flexible working Reference number 186-1322-24-BR Job locations Rampton Hospital Retford DN22 0PD Job description Job responsibilities The Facilities Assistant - Bank Driver must be capable of working on their own initiative, re-planning and adjusting routes as required in the event of changing conditions in order to be able to meet deadlines and timescales. Liaising with the Facilities Supervisor and the Rampton Hospital Control Room during the shift as necessary. Complete daily vehicle log sheets, routine safety checking of the vehicle and any other administration documents, reporting any issues to the Facilities Supervisor. To work within all Policies and Procedures at all times. Job description Job responsibilities The Facilities Assistant - Bank Driver must be capable of working on their own initiative, re-planning and adjusting routes as required in the event of changing conditions in order to be able to meet deadlines and timescales. Liaising with the Facilities Supervisor and the Rampton Hospital Control Room during the shift as necessary. Complete daily vehicle log sheets, routine safety checking of the vehicle and any other administration documents, reporting any issues to the Facilities Supervisor. To work within all Policies and Procedures at all times. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Basic Level of Education Training Desirable Road Transport Legislation Knowledge Desirable Knowledge of driving logistics Awareness of High Secure Hospitals / Patient & Client Issues Contractual Requirements Essential Full British Driving Licence Desirable Category C1 and D1 held on driving licence Experience Essential Minimum of 5 years driving experience Skills Desirable Flexible Values and Behaviours Essential All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation Person Specification Qualifications Essential Basic Level of Education Training Desirable Road Transport Legislation Knowledge Desirable Knowledge of driving logistics Awareness of High Secure Hospitals / Patient & Client Issues Contractual Requirements Essential Full British Driving Licence Desirable Category C1 and D1 held on driving licence Experience Essential Minimum of 5 years driving experience Skills Desirable Flexible Values and Behaviours Essential All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation 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. Employer details Employer name Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address Rampton Hospital Retford DN22 0PD Employer's website https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)