Van Driver for Charitable Goods — Safe, Efficient Routes

Barnardo's Gifts in Kind; Bellshill; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnardo’s Gifts in Kind in Bellshill is seeking a dedicated GIK Van Driver to join our on-site team. You will safely drive a van to collect donated goods from partner organizations and deliver them to Barnardo’s shops and distribution points.

Daily tasks include loading and unloading stock, keeping accurate collection and drop-off records, performing simple vehicle safety checks, and reporting maintenance needs.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift, load and unload stock safely.
• Experience with basic vehicle checks and reporting issues.
• Strong organizational skills for planning routes and maintaining records.
• Good communication with donors, shop staff and colleagues.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work independently following procedures.
• Awareness of health and safety standards in driving/warehouse environments.
• Previous driving/logistics or charity experience is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive van to collect donated goods from partner organizations and deliver to Barnardo’s shops and distribution points.
• Load and unload stock as required.
• Maintain accurate records of collections and drop-offs.
• Perform basic vehicle safety checks and report maintenance needs.
• Adhere to road safety and Barnardo’s policies.
• Represent Barnardo’s professionally when interacting with donors, shop teams and colleagues to support redistribution of gifts in kind.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Safe driving record

Loading/unloading stock

Route planning

Record keeping

Effective communication

Punctuality

Health and safety awareness

Job description

Barnardo’s Gifts in Kind in Bellshill is seeking a dedicated GIK Van Driver to join our on-site team. You will safely drive a van to collect donated goods from partner organizations and deliver them to Barnardo’s shops and distribution points.

Daily tasks include loading and unloading stock, keeping accurate collection and drop-off records, performing simple vehicle safety checks, and reporting maintenance needs.