Bank Driver

Nhs-1; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Nottingham is seeking an experienced Bank Driver to join the Logistics team. You will deliver NHS cargos using light commercial vehicles on a scheduled rota, including multi‑drop deliveries and collections to NHS sites across Notts.

This is a zero hours contract with hourly pay; shifts run from 6:30am to 8pm, Monday to Friday, on a rota. A full UK driving licence (category B) with no endorsements is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering with light commercial vehicles and multi-drop deliveries.
• Full UK driving licence for category B with no endorsements.
• Ability to communicate politely and effectively at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Deliver NHS cargos using light commercial vehicles.
• Undertake scheduled runs and ad hoc deliveries/collections.
• Attend multiple sites and handle goods manually.
• Maintain daily vehicle records and perform basic vehicle checks.
• Communicate with customers and colleagues throughout the day.

Skills

Communication

Autonomy

Follow instructions

Work under pressure

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Full clean driving licence

Job description

Main area Bank Transport Driver (non-patient) Grade NHS AfC: Band 2 Contract Bank Hours Flexible working - 0 hours per week (Bank shifts as and when required.) Job ref 186-755-26-BR

Employer Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Duncan Macmillan House Town Nottingham Salary £12.92 per hour Salary period Hourly Closing 25/09/2026 23:59

Bank Driver

NHS AfC: Band 2

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Job overview

We are looking to recruit experienced delivery drivers, with recent delivery driving experience using light commercial vehicles with manual gearboxes, to join our Logistics team.

We undertake multi-drop delivery & collection of NHS related cargos to & from healthcare provider sites around Nottinghamshire & the surrounding counties using light commercial vehicles up to 3.5 tonne Gross Vehicle Weight.

You will work as part of a team undertaking scheduled delivery runs & ad hoc work on a scheduled rota basis working 7.5 hours per day between 6.30am and 8pm Monday to Friday.

The current site for Trent Logistics is Duncan Macmillan House, Porchester Road, Nottingham NG3 6AA where your working day will start & finish.

This is a zero hours contract and pay will be calculated hourly to include any holiday pay.

Main duties of the job

Main duties are to undertake the collection & delivery of NHS cargos including Pathology & Histopathology specimens, pharmacy items, mail, parcels, stock, and medical records, using light commercial vehicles.

The driving of a light commercial vehicle will take up at least 50% of the working day so previous similar experience in delivery driving for work is essential. Previous experience of multi drop work is desirable.

Throughout the course of the day, you will have regular face to face contact with our customers so the ability to communicate politely and effectively at all levels is essential.

You must hold a full UK driving licence for category B vehicles (manual gearboxes) with no endorsements.

Please read the job description and person specification for further details.

Working for our organisation

#TeamNottsHC comprises over 10,500 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health and forensic health services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 80 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings and secure environments.

We are one of the largest mental health and community health Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.

We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.

The health and wellbeing of colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.

The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We use a fleet of modern Electric (battery) & Diesel light commercial vehicles.

The team comprises of 30 colleagues who take pride in the logistical services that they provide to the NHS and strive for excellence and continual improvement.

Full induction training is undertaken to the role and on-going training to the scheduled runs is provided by experienced colleagues.

You will work alongside other colleagues whilst at the base (Duncan Macmillan House) and although you will mainly work alone whilst driving you may have contact with colleagues at communal locations during the day.

The sharing of knowledge & experience between colleagues is undertaken regularly to maintain continual improvement.

The role will include.

Working as team member on different scheduled runs on a rota basis between 6.30am to 8pm Monday to Friday providing a logistics service.

The driving of a works light commercial vehicle including daily basic maintenance & inspection and completion of vehicle records.

Manual handling and the use of trolleys to move goods between the vehicle and delivery/collection location.

Manual handling of goods some of which may be heavy.

Attendance at multiple sites on multiple levels is required throughout a working day collecting & delivering items.

Communicating with a range of people on a regular basis.

Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.
Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.
Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Person specification

Values and Behaviours

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust’s expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation

Physical Requirements

• There will be a requirement to occasionally. handle heavy loads so physical mobility is essential.

Training

• Use of PDA’s (to confirm receipt of goods and track items)

Experience

• Previous similar experience
• Experience of multi-drop deliveries and collections
• Working in a front line position where communication has been key to the role

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the local area

Skills

• Ability to communicate politely and effectively at all levels
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Ability to follow tasks and Instructions.
• Able to work effectively under pressure

Contractual Requirements

• Flexibility over base location within Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
• Full clean driving licence
• Ability to work weekends & unsociable hours if required.
• Ability to work overtime if required.
• Ability to work ‘on call’ or recall to work if required

Qualifications - Academic / Craft / Professional

• Full clean driving licence
• 3 years minimum driving experience
• English & Maths to GCSE or equivalent to Grade C minimum

Additional Information

• We reserve the right to close the post early once we have received a sufficient number of applicants.
• The Trust believes in treating everyone with dignity and respect and encourages applications from all sectors of the community. We guarantee an interview to candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum essential criteria.
• In submitting an application form, you authorise Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to confirm from your previous or current NHS employer and other prior employers; previous NHS service details and personal data held about you. This data will be transferred using NHS Electronic Staff Record and third party systems via an automated process and only used for the purposes of obtaining and maintaining accurate employment records, should you be appointed to the post. Should you require any further information please refer our Privacy Policy shown on the Trust website, please click here for more information.
• For eligible posts, DBS disclosures are mandatory before commencement of employment. If you are in a position that is deemed a regulated adult and/or child care role, you will not be able to start your employment until we have received a satisfactory DBS Disclosure. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Convictions which would otherwise be considered as 'spent' will also be checked as part of an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

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Address Duncan Macmillan House
Porchester Road
Mapperley
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG3 6AA
Telephone [phone] - Bank Team