Sterile Services Distribution

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; Taunton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

NHS pension

Generous annual leave

Career development

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a diligent Sterile Service Assistant to join our team in Taunton on a full-time basis. You will manage the distribution of reusable medical devices across theatres and wards, ensuring accurate dispatch and timely delivery.

A full UK driving licence is required. You will work 37.5 hours per week, typically 06:00–14:00, with occasional cover 14:00–22:00 when colleagues are on leave.

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a team.
• Experience of working with the NHS.
• Experience of working within a decontamination facility.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure deliveries are scanned out (dispatched) using the T-Doc traceability system.
• Move trolleys and equipment using electric tug or manual methods.
• Collect and deliver goods in all weather conditions.
• Work with minimum supervision and use initiative under guidance.

Skills

Teamwork

Flexible working

Health & safety awareness

Job description

An exciting opportunity to join our Sterile Service team on a full time basis. We are offering 37.5 hours a week. Working hours are typically 06:00 - 14:00.

Please note - Some cover will be required when a member of our team is on leave between 14:00 - 22:00.

To be responsible for providing an efficient distribution service of re-usable medical devices for use in direct patient care within Somerset NHS Trust. A full UK driving licence will be required.

Main duties of the job

• To ensure any deliveries are scanned out (dispatched) by using T-Doc traceability system.
• To use electric tug, master mover or manually move trollies for delivery or collection of equipment from Theatres/Wards or Departments.
• To collect and deliver goods in inclement weather whilst either using electric tug, master mover or manual trollies.
• To work with minimum supervision whilst in the Department but to use initiative whilst around the Hospital, refer to team leader for guidance.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job responsibilities

For a full breakdown of the role with a detailed person specification please see the full attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Please see attached Job Description

Experience

• Experience of working within a team
• Experience of working with the NHS
• Experience of working within a decontamination facility.

Additional Criteria

• Required to work flexibly and cover annual leave and sickness as and when required.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.