Transport & Support Services Operative

Erskine Veterans Charity; Erskine; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity in Scotland is seeking a Transport & Support Services Operative to deliver transport and support services in a rewarding environment. The role requires driving fleet vehicles and maintaining high standards of care. Candidates must be over 25 and hold a D1 category driving licence. The position offers a competitive salary, generous leave, and various employee benefits. Applicants passionate about supporting veterans are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Dayforce Wallet

Welcome bonus of £500

28 days annual leave plus 5 public holidays

Employer pension contribution

Training & development opportunities

Free On-Site Parking

Health and Wellbeing Scheme

Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required, but minimum age of 25.
• Basic handyperson skills desirable.
• Full driving licence (D1 category) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver transport, support and maintenance services.
• Drive fleet vehicles and minibuses as part of daily duties.
• Influence high standards of quality in accordance with departmental role.

Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Basic handyperson skills

Tools

Driving licence (D1 category)

Job description

Transport & Support Services Operative

Erskine Home, Bishopton

37.5 Hours per Week, 5 over 7 days

Grade 2 salary £25,601 - £25,707 per annum (pay award pending)

12 Months Fixed Term Contract (Sickness Cover)

Closing Date:Monday, 12th January 2026

Working for Erskine:

“ERSKINE is an iconic Scottish charity, formed in 1916 by Scotland’s compassionate response to the horrors of war. A century later, we still believe that Veterans and their families deserve our utmost respect and compassion, for the sacrifices they made and the challenges they now face. At Erskine, we work as a dedicated team to ensure that Veterans of all ages are cared for to the highest of standards in a beautiful, fun-filled environment, made up of two care homes and a Veterans Village of cottages, activities centres and apartments.

Working in social care can be demanding. However, at Erskine it will also be rewarding and fulfilling. You will be making an incredible difference to the lives of our residents and their loved ones, at a critical time. We value skills and qualifications, but we prize kindness and compassion, above all. Our team is crucial to providing the best care possible, so we recognise and reward our employees with benefits including employer pension contribution, fantastic career opportunities, and enhanced annual leave.

If you are kind and committed, then you do have what it takes to be part of the team here at Erskine! The ultimate aim is exceptional care and support to our ex-service community and everyone in every role, in every department plays their part.

The Role:

Applications are invited from enthusiastic and motivated individuals for the above post.

You will be responsible for delivery of transport, support and maintenance (non-trade) services, working in partnership with colleagues to influence high standards of quality in accordance with the role of the department. Driving Fleet vehicles and minibuses will be part of your day to day duties. Due to the conditions of our fleet insurance, applicants must be aged 25 and over.

Although no formal qualifications are required a full driving licence with Minibus (D1 category) is essential. Basic handyperson skills are desirable.

We offer competitive rates of pay, a staff pension scheme and enhanced annual leave entitlement.

Benefits:

• Dayforce Wallet – employees have the power to request up to 90% of their earned pay, on-demand, in between pay periods with Dayforce Wallet
• Successful candidates for this post will receive a welcome bonus of £500 (pro rata for part time) paid in instalments - £250 after 3 months service and a further £250 after 6 months service
• 28 days annual leave plus 5 public holidays, increasing to 33 days per year, at the rate of 1 additional day for 5 years
• Employer pension contribution
• Structured Induction programme
• Flexible working considered
• Opportunities for training & development
• In-house Occupational Health Service
• Free On-Site Parking
• Health and Wellbeing Scheme
• Blue Light Card

Please note:

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Erskine are unable to provide sponsorship. If you are selected for interview, you will receive an invite by email (please ensure you check your spam / junk mailbox).

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure Scotland Check. Where a candidate has resided in the UK for less than five years and lived / remained in a country for six months or more, in addition to a Disclosure/PVG, they will be asked to complete a criminal records check application via HireRight.

Please apply online at erskine.org.uk/careers. If you require the application in another format please contact the HR Department on 0141 338 6304. Erskine is an Equal Opportunities Employer.