About this role
Job summary
Doncaster and Bassetlaw Internal transport department provide a range of essential transport services to various care divisions across all the Trust sites and within the local communities.
In order to maintain service continuity we are required to carry a number of trained driver personnel who are job ready and who have the skill, knowledge and awareness of the various service requirements associated with Internal transport services across the Trust sites.
The DBTH Transport Department is part of the Estates and Facilities Directorate and delivers a range of internal transport services to users across all the Trusts Hospital sites
Doncaster Royal Infirmary Mexborough Montagu Hospital Bassetlaw District General Hospital
As part of the transport provision you will be a valued staff member working within a team which prides itself on delivering a quality service to all our end users
Main duties of the job
1) To undertake all driver and other authorised duties, as required and directed, in order to provide a transport service to meet the needs of the Trust, its patients and service users.
2) To observe all regulations governing the driving and use of vehicles on the public highways.
3) To provide a reliable, safe, courteous, comfortable and timely transport service for patients, staff, health related equipment and materials within the Doncaster & Bassetlaw health community.
4) To understand the needs of individuals being transported and to develop high standards in relation to customer care for all users, taking into account their social, health, including mobility and any personal circumstances.
5) To undertake daily, such checks as are reasonable to ensure that the vehicle to be driven complies with the requirements of the law and is in running order, for example:-
- Fuel, oil and coolant
-Brakes and steering
- Lights and reflectors, stop lights and indicators
- Windscreen wipers and washers, horn
-Care and attention to batteries
Complete and sign daily checklists and vehicle logbook documentation.
NB: The above list is not necessarily a complete list of checks.
6) Provide driver cover for colleagues in the event of annual leave and sickness.
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues. At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions. As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate of sponsorship
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK
Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training Essential
Full, clean driving licence Category D1 element on licence or Passenger Carrying Vehicle (PCV) licence
Desirable
Customer care training Health & Safety training
Knowledge & Experience Essential
Driving experience and knowledge of vehicle daily checks and road traffic regulations.
Desirable
Previous experience in working within NHS or health care organisation Knowledge of Doncaster, Worksop, Mexborough and surrounding areas
Personal Attributes & Skills Essential
Ability to effectively manage/cope with a wide spectrum of clients, patients and staff in varying circumstances applying tact and diplomacy Ability to utilise various modes of communication - email, mobile phones, face to face, written, verbal.
Desirable
Respecting Diversity Seeks to develop an understanding of different groups and individuals and ensures equitable and appropriate treatment for all. Able to work on own and as part of a team. Flexible to meet the various requirements of the Trust's Transport needs. Ability to effectively manage work load and respond to changing workloads. Make decisions and remain calm when working under pressure
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 Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT
Address Doncaster Royal Infirmary
Armthorpe Road
Doncaster
DN2 5LT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)