Job summary Driver and Support Co-ordinator will be driving the van to the required locations, ensuring the van is clean and fully stocked to supports the aims of the SWP ODN service across Devon, Cornwall & Somerset. The aim of the Community Health Van service is to target hepatitis C high prevalence areas of at-risk, hard to reach groups - people who are homeless, using drugs and using alcohol (currently and previously) - and deliver services directly into their community. This will increase testing of undiagnosed people, especially if they are unaware of risk factors or deterred by stigma, and support engagement of people who have been diagnosed but not yet accessed care. The service will also offer a holistic approach to people accessing the van, by providing routine health checks, support and advice on safer injecting practices along with referral for help and support to drug and alcohol rehabilitation courses and treatment if required. Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification. Main duties of the job Manage and coordinate, in partnership with the South West Peninsula Hepatitis C Operational Delivery Network, all aspects of driving, maintenance and consumable stocking, cleaning and removing waste from the van (including clinical and dirty waste). Coordinate logistics, paperwork and stock for outreach session, ensuring that the publicity of events is timely, and any other activities which are required to run a professional and bespoke service are in place. Work with the team to develop links with service providers (including homeless hostels, local drug and alcohol services/ teams) to inform them of mobile clinic activities and encourage their participation. About us We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted. Date posted 24 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year Per Annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 216-CB-M6998969 Job locations Derriford Hospital Plymouth PL6 8DH Job description Job responsibilities 1. Be responsible for driving, parking, maintenance, servicing of the community health van. Additionally, all operational matters concerning the van including security of van and contents and regular stock checking and cleaning. 2. To co-ordinate and be responsible for the day-to-day, operational management of the mobile outreach van. 3. Undertake promotional activities to publicise the mobile outreach service to ensure the service is well known and well attended. 4. To support the work of the Hepatitis C Trust and the SWP ODN by developing your knowledge of hepatitis C, and act as a source of advice and support to people accessing the van. 5. Oversee and implement administrative, recording and monitoring systems for the community health van ensuring they are in line with the SWP ODNs internal policies and procedures. 6. To take full responsibility for the community health van, ensuring that all documentation is up to date. 7. Work in partnership with local hospital staff and volunteers to ensure the community health van is fully staffed and appropriate patient pathways are in place. 8. Act as a professional lead member for the community health van and main point of contact with public and site staff at testing sites. Job description Job responsibilities 1. Be responsible for driving, parking, maintenance, servicing of the community health van. Additionally, all operational matters concerning the van including security of van and contents and regular stock checking and cleaning. 2. To co-ordinate and be responsible for the day-to-day, operational management of the mobile outreach van. 3. Undertake promotional activities to publicise the mobile outreach service to ensure the service is well known and well attended. 4. To support the work of the Hepatitis C Trust and the SWP ODN by developing your knowledge of hepatitis C, and act as a source of advice and support to people accessing the van. 5. Oversee and implement administrative, recording and monitoring systems for the community health van ensuring they are in line with the SWP ODNs internal policies and procedures. 6. To take full responsibility for the community health van, ensuring that all documentation is up to date. 7. Work in partnership with local hospital staff and volunteers to ensure the community health van is fully staffed and appropriate patient pathways are in place. 8. Act as a professional lead member for the community health van and main point of contact with public and site staff at testing sites. Person Specification UK Driving Licence - Category C1 Essential UK Driving Licence - Category C1 Experience Essential Demonstrable experience of working collaboratively with external organisations Desirable Demonstrable experience of working in the health service Person Specification UK Driving Licence - Category C1 Essential UK Driving Licence - Category C1 Experience Essential Demonstrable experience of working collaboratively with external organisations Desirable Demonstrable experience of working in the health service 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust Address Derriford Hospital Plymouth PL6 8DH Employer's website https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)