Catering Delivery Driver

Bedford Inclusive Learning And Training Trust; Kempston; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Bedford Inclusive Learning And Training Trust is seeking a Catering Delivery Driver to collect and deliver school meals across three sites using a minibus. The role requires lifting and a good fitness level, with a valid UK driving license and a clean record.

Applicants must have Category D1 for two consecutive years, be able to drive a manual minibus, and meet DVLA medical fitness requirements. Age range is 25–70, and pre-employment checks will include consent for verification.

Qualifications

• Hold a current and valid UK driving licence.
• A clean driving record (any penalty points/endorsements must be disclosed and approved).
• A current Category D1 licence must have been held for two consecutive years.
• Ability to drive a manual transmission minibus.
• Medical fitness to DVLA requirements; no conditions needing notification.
• Must be aged between 25 and 70 years.

Responsibilities

• Collect and transport school lunches from school kitchens to three sites across the Trust.
• Use of our school minibuses for deliveries.
• Perform lifting/moving tasks as part of a physical role.

Skills

UK driving license

Minibus operation

Fitness for lifting

Safety conscious

Job description

The Catering Delivery Driver is responsible for collecting and transporting school lunches from our school kitchens and delivering to three sites across the Trust. The post holder will have use of our school minibuses. This is a physical role where moving and handling, including lifting will be required, so a good level of fitness is needed along with a full UK Driver's license.

For company motoring insurance purposes, the follow requirements are compulsory:

Hold a current and valid UK Drivers License

A clean drivers record (if penalty points/endorsements are held they will need to be disclosed and have prior approval)

A current Category D1 needs to have been held on your drivers license for two consecutive years

The ability to drive a manual transmission minibus

Medically fit without any medical conditions that require notification to the DVLA

Driver must never have had motor insurance refused/declined/cancelled or special terms imposed

Must be aged between 25-70 years of age

Please be advised that we will require your consent in order to make these additional checks, as part of our pre-employment checks