Shuttle Bus Driver - Bank | Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust - London

Accountable to: Patient Transport Services Manager

Mandatory Qualifications :PCV Driver holding CPC qualifications

Shift Patterns:To cover ADHOC Bus shifts including - 06:00-14:00 / 13:00-21:00 / 06:15-17:15

Please only apply to this vacancy if you have the above qualifications and would be able to work these shift patterns

The post holder will be a vital member of the team who will assist in:

• Transporting members of staff between hospital sites.
• Working to a timed bus schedule for each pick up point.
• Keeping accurate records of journeys.

Trust staff will be using the service to attend shifts and meetings on other sites therefore punctuality is imperative.

There is a potential for this role to include transporting members of the public in the future therefore an important aspect to your role would be to show kindness and respect to often worried patients and their relatives, who may include:

• Older people
• Individuals who are physically disabled
• People with mental health problems

During a shift you would keep in contact with the Fleet Manager who would be on hand to offer advice.

You would spend a lot of time on the road covering a particular geographical area and would be driving a wheelchair accessible 31 seated bus. You would also wear a uniform which will be provided to you.

The post holder is expected to be punctual and also flexible regarding shift times in order to accommodate the service.

• Working alongside the Fleet Team complete a range of vehicle checks including but not limited to tyre pressure, oil and screen wash levels
• To report any vehicle defects to the Fleet Team
• To report any equipment defects to the Fleet Team
• To take ensure that your allocated vehicle is maintained throughout shift and left in a clean and tidy state at the end of shift
• To ensure that your allocated vehicle remains refuelled and is returned to base refuelled at the end of the shift.
• Work in line with all Policies and Procedures at all times.
• To wear correct issued uniform at all times.

Communicate with:

1. PTS Providers
2. Hospital/Trust Staff
3. Service Users
4. Colleagues and Office Based staff

• "At Epsom and St Helier Hospitals, above all we value respect. We put respect at the heart of all we do, by living up to our shared behaviours of kindness, professionalism, positivity and teamwork. This enables us to provide great patient care and make ESTH a great place to work. When you sign up to work with us, you sign up to this and we welcome applicants who share our values."
• OUR MISSION: 'TO PUT THE PATIENT FIRST BY DELIVERING GREAT CARE TO EVERY PATIENT, EVERY DAY'
• Theres never been a better time to join the Epsom and St Helier team. Our hospitals are facing a bright and busy future, and our staff have a proven track record in providing high quality, compassionate care for our patients.
• Boasting incredible staff benefits and dedicated training schemes, working for us will not only take your career forward, but could help to transform the lives of our patients and visitors.

The post holder will be a vital member of the team who will assist in:

• Transporting members of staff between hospital sites.
• Working to a timed bus schedule for each pick up point.
• Keeping accurate records of journeys.

Trust staff will be using the service to attend shifts and meetings on other sites therefore punctuality is imperative.

There is a potential for this role to include transporting members of the public in the future therefore an important aspect to your role would be to show kindness and respect to often worried patients and their relatives, who may include:

• Older people
• Individuals who are physically disabled
• People with mental health problems

During a shift you would keep in contact with the Fleet Manager who would be on hand to offer advice.

You would spend a lot of time on the road covering a particular geographical area and would be driving a wheelchair accessible 31 seated bus. You would also wear a uniform which will be provided to you.

The post holder is expected to be punctual and also flexible regarding shift times in order to accommodate the service.

This advert closes on Wednesday 23 Oct 2024