Band 2 Logistics Operative (Laundry)

TN United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Leicester is seeking a Band 2 Logistics Operative for a stable and rewarding role. The position involves providing efficient patient support services and ensuring the timely movement of patients and materials within the hospital. Applicants should possess strong teamwork and customer service skills, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of personal hygiene. The role offers competitive pay and various benefits, including free parking and access to discounts.

Benefits

Free Parking

Paid Induction and Training

Health Service Discounts

Qualifications

• Stable and rewarding role within NHS Trust.
• High standard of personal hygiene expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient support services.
• Transport patients and healthcare-related products.
• Ensure waste is collected and disposed of properly.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer Service

Personal Hygiene

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Band 2 Logistics Operative (Laundry), Leicester

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Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

15.05.2025

Expiry Date:

29.06.2025

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Job Description:

Are you looking for a stable and rewarding role and would you love to do a job that gives you an overwhelming feeling of satisfaction whilst working for a supportive NHS Trust? As an organisation, Leicester Partnership Trust recognises the importance of work-life balance, achieved through flexibility.

We have a 34.75-hour Logistics Operative (site-based) vacancy on a 4-week rota, working 8-4 at the Evington Centre within our Estates and Facilities Directorate.

The post holder will provide high-quality, responsive, and efficient patient support services to wards and departments within LPT NHS Trust, acting in a caring and professional manner and following departmental operating procedures.

The role involves working within a team to deliver a high-quality porter service and laundry operations, ensuring timely and responsive movement of patients, internal mail, furniture, materials, and equipment within the site.

Uniform, provided and to be worn at all times in the hospital environment, must not be worn to and from work. A high standard of personal hygiene is expected.

Applicants are asked to bring their photo ID and proof of right to work and address to interviews.

Please note that in case of high application volume, the closing date may be brought forward. Early submission of applications is advised.

The Logistics Operative will perform various Facilities Management functions, including:

• Receipt and distribution of healthcare-related products
• Transport of linen cages, waste bins/carts around hospital environments
• Patient moves (reception to department or department to department)
• Domestic and reception cover
• Movement of patients by wheelchair, trolley, or bed, assisting clinical staff to reduce risk
• Movement of deceased persons following Trust policies and procedures
• Ensuring waste is collected, transported, and disposed of according to policies and legislation

Salary: Competitive, including payments for unsocial hours, and enhanced pay for weekends.

Benefits: Free parking, paid induction and training, access to Blue Light and health service discounts.

We are recruiting across various sites; some roles may require mobility and may not be suitable for public transport. If you live within Leicester, a site may be nearby.

Note: The advert may close early if sufficient applications are received. Apply promptly.

About Us

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides community health, mental health, and learning disability services for all ages, delivered across over 100 settings. Our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people in Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland.

We are committed to developing a workforce that reflects our community and promote equal opportunities. We encourage applications from all community sections, especially underrepresented groups.

Further details on benefits, leadership, and policies are available in the Information for Applicants document.

We consider requests for flexible working arrangements in line with our policy.

All substantive roles (excluding medical staff) are subject to a 6-month probation period. Permission to work in the UK is required for all roles, and the cost of DBS checks will be deducted from salary. Priority for interview will be given to NHS-at-risk applicants meeting the criteria.