11219 - We are looking to recruit a Zero Hour Prescription Delivery Driver to work

The Cohens Group; Ashington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services company in Ashington is seeking a Zero Hour Prescription Delivery Driver. The role involves delivering prescriptions to clients, ensuring high customer service standards, and working flexible hours. Ideal candidates will possess strong people skills and basic computer knowledge to plan delivery routes. Benefits include paid holidays, a discretionary bonus, and pension contributions.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

4 weeks’ paid holiday plus statutory holidays

EAP provided by BUPA

Pension contributions

Staff discount

Regulatory training

Free uniform

Qualifications

• Must have great people skills essential for customer interaction.
• Basic computer skills to plan and print daily routes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prescription items to private houses and homes.
• Portray a friendly professional image to customers.
• Work under pressure to meet delivery deadlines.

Skills

People skills

Basic computer skills

Job description

Job Title and Location

11219 - We are looking to recruit a Zero Hour Prescription Delivery Driver to work on a 12-month fixed term contract at our 495 branch at 8 Laburnum Terrace, Ashington, NE 63 0XX.

Working Hours and Flexibility

Opening hours for our branch are Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:30 and Saturday 09:00 to 12:00. We are looking for an individual who is flexible to work within these branch opening times, has great people skills and is committed to providing a professional service standard to both our customers and the Pharmacy Teams.

Mileage Reimbursement

Reimbursement for mileage undertaken on business journeys will be at a rate of £0.40 per mile up to 10,000 miles, after which £0.25 per mile will be reimbursed as per HMRC guidelines. Fuel receipts should be obtained for each visit to the petrol station and the mileage claim submitted on a weekly basis.

Responsibilities

Your main responsibility will be to promptly and conscientiously deliver prescription items to private houses, nursing and residential homes. While providing a high standard of customer service, you will portray a friendly professional image and act as an ambassador for the Cohens brand. To fulfil this role, you must be able to work under pressure to deliver the prescriptions within the designated period of time. Attention to detail is paramount as you will be responsible to ensure that prescription items are delivered in line with the company’s regulated procedures.

You may also be required to assist with PR exercises to increase business.

Requirements

This role requires you to have very basic computer skills so that you can plan and print your daily routes in branch before you set off to begin your deliveries. You are required to use your own vehicle for this role; therefore, if appointed your personal insurance policy must allow for business use. Please note that "business insurance" refers to the vehicle only, and not the contents. The Company will make a financial contribution to the business aspect of your insurance upon receipt of a document demonstrating any increased premium.

The successful candidate must have great people skills as this is paramount to your role. You will be required to work as part of a well-established team and ensure our customers receive a high standard of service.

Benefits

If successful, additional benefits for you could include:

• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 4 weeks’ paid holiday, plus statutory holidays, which increase with service. (pro‑rata for part‑time employees)
• EAP provided by BUPA
• Pension contributions
• Staff discount
• Regulatory training where required
• Free uniform – Black polo shirt, black fleece, high‑vis vest, high‑vis jacket (employees are required to supply their own smart dark trousers and shoes/boots).

How to Apply

If you think this role is right for you, please apply. We would love to have you as part of the Cohens Family.

Please apply at: www.cohenschemist.co.uk/jobs.

Equality and Data Protection

We are passionate about equal opportunities and welcome a broad diversity of talent to apply. All our roles are subject to a DBS being undertaken as part of our recruitment process.

Please note the Cohens Group reserves the right to cease any advertising prior to the published closing date for a role that receives a high number of applications.