Hospice Van Driver: Deliveries, Donations & Retail Support

Hospice in the Weald; Staplehurst; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Hospice in the Weald is seeking a reliable Van Driver to join the Retail team. Based at our East Peckham Warehouse, you will help keep shops stocked, support donors, and represent the charity with warm, professional service.

You will drive 3.5-tonne Luton vans, deliver stock to shops, collect donations from supporters’ homes, and work with shop teams and volunteers. A full UK driving licence is essential; you should enjoy teamwork while also capable of working independently and following health

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence is essential.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills are required.
• Able to lift and move items as part of daily duties.

Responsibilities

• Drive 3.5-tonne Luton vans safely and professionally.
• Deliver stock between the warehouse and retail shops.
• Collect donations from supporters' homes.
• Load and unload stock, furniture and donated items.
• Work closely with shop teams, volunteers and warehouse colleagues.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report maintenance issues.
• Maintain high standards of customer service and professionalism.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Excellent customer service

Good communication

Team player

Independent worker

Manual handling

Job description

Hospice in the Weald is seeking a reliable Van Driver to join the Retail team. Based at our East Peckham Warehouse, you will help keep shops stocked, support donors, and represent the charity with warm, professional service.

You will drive 3.5-tonne Luton vans, deliver stock to shops, collect donations from supporters’ homes, and work with shop teams and volunteers. A full UK driving licence is essential; you should enjoy teamwork while also capable of working independently and following health