Job summary We are currently looking for Sterile Services Drivers to join us to work in our busy Sterile Services Department. The Department provides an important service within the Hospital, Decontaminating and Sterilizing Surgical instruments for the Operating Theatres/Wards, Departments and external customers. The Department is fully accredited to European Standards and works within a Quality System. Applicants will also be given training to cover varied methods of sterilization of surgical instruments and theatre sets. This is a full time post working 37.5 hours per week. Applicants will also be given training to cover varied methods of sterilization of surgical instruments and theatre sets. Shifts will include a half hour meal break, consisting of varied shifts and rostered on-call and bank holiday service. Main duties of the job This is a varied role requiring many different skills, for which we will provide full training. You must have GCSE in Maths and English or equivalent and willing to become familiar with many different locations within the trust. Previous Sterile Services experience is helpful although not essential but you must be able to communicate well, work within a team and take instructions. About us The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million. We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School. The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation. Date posted 26 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year pa pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 156-7017289 Job locations Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust Truro TR1 3LJ Job description Job responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side. To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following: Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Occupational Health clearance Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check Right to work in the UK For further information please visit: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation We reserve the right to close this advert early. We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview. We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed. Job description Job responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side. To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following: Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Occupational Health clearance Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check Right to work in the UK For further information please visit: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation We reserve the right to close this advert early. We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview. We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Full UK Driving License C1 Driving License to drive up to 7.5 Tonne GCSE Maths or equivalent GCSE English or equivalent GCSE Science or equivalent Experience Essential Working as part of a team Working to schedules Basic use of IT skills Desirable Experience in working in a Sterile Services Environment Practical and Intellectual Skills Essential Good verbal and electronic communication skills. Keybaord and computer skills. Ability to managae and prioritise own workload. Ability to take, input and communicate accurate and detailed information. Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions. Ability to work as part of a busy team. Ability to follow precise work instructions accurately and diligently. Produce a high standard of work. Training Essential Mandatory Training. Evidence of personal and professional development. Desirable Willingness to undertake self-development of further training within context of role. Additional Circumstances Desirable Willingness to work additonal hours. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Full UK Driving License C1 Driving License to drive up to 7.5 Tonne GCSE Maths or equivalent GCSE English or equivalent GCSE Science or equivalent Experience Essential Working as part of a team Working to schedules Basic use of IT skills Desirable Experience in working in a Sterile Services Environment Practical and Intellectual Skills Essential Good verbal and electronic communication skills. Keybaord and computer skills. Ability to managae and prioritise own workload. Ability to take, input and communicate accurate and detailed information. Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions. Ability to work as part of a busy team. Ability to follow precise work instructions accurately and diligently. Produce a high standard of work. Training Essential Mandatory Training. Evidence of personal and professional development. Desirable Willingness to undertake self-development of further training within context of role. Additional Circumstances Desirable Willingness to work additonal hours. 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 Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust Address Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust Truro TR1 3LJ Employer's website https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)