Receipt and Distribution Operative

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) advertises a permanent, full-time role in the Receipts & Distribution area on Oxford Road, Manchester. The shift is Mon-Fri, 09:00-13:00, 20 hours per week, with a salary of £25,272 per annum pro rata.

The job focuses on accurate and timely delivery of goods to wards and departments, with responsibility for safe handling, maintaining signatures, reporting incidents, and ensuring returns are collected in line with Trust guidelines.

Responsibilities

• To ensure all goods are delivered to Wards and Departments in a safe manner using equipment provided.
• Maintaining copies of all signatures for "signed for" items.
• Reporting to the Receipt & Distribution Manager any accident or incident.
• Reporting of faults to equipment, uniform and PPE to the Receipt and Distribution Manager.
• To make sure deliveries of stock and non-stock items are delivered within the Trust guidelines.
• To ensure all returns are collected in timely manner for return to suppliers.
• To ensure continuous improvements in all aspects of service delivery
• Work with the managements teams to identify improvements.
• To liaise with the NHS Supplies and all procurements departments for all receipt and distribution issues
• Together with respective managers, contribute to the investigation of all complaints received regarding Services and take remedial action to minimise repetition.
• To safeguard all items until delivery to the end user.
• Use handheld computer/VDU; manipulation of trolleys, cages, electrical vehicles and stacking pallets.
• Where reasonable support other Services as requested by the Receipt & Distribution.
• From time to time support other Receipt & Distribution roles

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Main area NONE Grade NHS AfC: Band 2 Contract Permanent: Mon-Fri 09:00-13:00 Hours Full time - 20 hours per week (Mon-Friday) Job ref 349-SDX-8216674

Site Manchester Central,Oxford Road Town Manchester Salary £25,272 per annum (pro rata) Salary period Yearly Closing 06/09/2026 23:59

Job overview

• Accurate and timely delivery of all goods to wards and department ensuring an audit trail exists via Receipt and Distribution

Main duties of the job

• To ensure all goods are delivered to Wards and Departments in a safe manner using equipment provided.
• Maintaining copies of all signatures for "signed for" items.
• Reporting to the Receipt & Distribution Manager any accident or incident.
• Reporting of faults to equipment, uniform and PPE to the Receipt and Distribution Manager.
• To make sure deliveries of stock and non-stock items are delivered within the Trust guidelines.
• To ensure all returns are collected in timely manner for return to suppliers.
• To ensure continuous improvements in all aspects of service delivery
• Work with the managements teams to identify improvements.
• To liaise with the NHS Supplies and all procurements departments for all receipt and distribution issues
• Together with respective managers, contribute to the investigation of all complaints received regarding Services and take remedial action to minimise repetition.
• To safeguard all items until delivery to the end user.
• Use handheld computer/VDU; manipulation of trolleys, cages, electrical vehicles and stacking pallets.
• Where reasonable support other Services as requested by the Receipt & Distribution.
• From time to time support other Receipt & Distribution roles

Working for our organisation

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe. With 10 hospitals and a wide range of community services, we care for over 1 million people every year, and our team of over 30,000 people is at the heart of everything we do.
You’ll be working alongside colleagues from all backgrounds, supporting people from every walk of life, and learning something new every day. We believe that everyone should feel welcome, respected, and valued at work. You can bring your whole self to MFT, knowing that your unique perspective and experiences are celebrated here.
You’ll find that we’re committed to helping you grow - whether you want to develop new skills, progress in your career, or simply make a difference in your community. We offer equal opportunities for everyone, and we’ll support you with training, development, and a caring environment where your health, wellbeing, and safety matter.
Most importantly, you’ll be part of a team where working together and supporting each other is everything. You’ll make new friends, build strong relationships, and have a real voice in shaping the future of our Trust.
Please note that this is not a role that MFT will offer sponsorship for, so you will need to ensure you have your own ongoing right to work in the UK.
At MFT we’re All Here For You - every step of the way. Join us today.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the 'Documents to download' heading.

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We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

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Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.

What is a DBS Check?

A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:

Standard DBS : Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.

Enhanced DBS : Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police that’s considered relevant to the role.

Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks