Bank Driver

Job summary

Are you an experienced Driver wanting to control your own rota with flexibility to work the shifts that suit you? Whether youre looking for extra shifts to boost your income or a flexible job that fits around your lifestyle, if youre an experienced Driver you can join our staff bank and after completing a paid two-week induction, youll have access to available Driving and on-site escorting shifts at Lakefield Neurological Centre. There is no minimum number of hours youre required to work, though it is recommended to work as often as you can to ensure your induction knowledge and familiarity with the service is retained. Whether your experience is from the NHS or private sector, you can join the maintenance team with an hourly rate that includes a 12.07% uplift to cover annual leave, plus have access to a range of benefits including free meals on duty, free parking and much more. As a Bank Driver you will be: Driving patients and staff to a variety of different locations, ensuring that the journey is completed in a safe and timely manner, using the most efficient route. Driving staff and other visitors to/from the unit as required by the Line Manager. Collect and delivers consumables or assets for the Unit during periods of the day when not involved in other activities.

Main duties of the job

The Bank Driver position at Elysium Healthcare offers experienced drivers the opportunity to control their own rota with flexible shifts. Drivers interested in supplementing their income or seeking a job that fits their lifestyle can join the staff bank. After completing a paid two-week induction, drivers will have access to available driving and on-site escorting shifts at Lakefield Neurological Centre. While there's no minimum hours requirement, regular work is advised to maintain service knowledge. The role includes benefits like a 12.07% annual leave pay increase, free meals, and parking. Responsibilities include transporting patients and staff, vehicle maintenance, and asset delivery. Successful candidates need a clean UK driving license and safe driving history.

About us

Elysium Healthcare, part of Ramsay Health Care, is a prominent provider in the healthcare sector with a global presence across 10 countries. It boasts over 8,000 employees across 90 services in England and Wales, focusing on Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education sectors. As a Disability Confident employer, Elysium emphasizes inclusive and accessible recruitment practices and values the safeguarding and welfare of service users. The organization encourages staff growth and development, offering roles that span various healthcare domains, supported by a robust and supportive infrastructure. Employees can benefit from a range of incentives, fostering a positive work environment.

Job responsibilities

Are you an experienced Driver wanting to control your own rota with flexibility to work the shifts that suit you?

Whether you’re looking for extra shifts to boost your income or a flexible job that fits around your lifestyle, if you’re an experienced Driver you can join our staff bank and after completing a paid two-week induction, you’ll have access to available Driving and on-site escorting shifts at Lakefield Neurological Centre.

There is no minimum number of hours you’re required to work, though it is recommended to work as often as you can to ensure your induction knowledge and familiarity with the service is retained.

Whether your experience is from the NHS or private sector, you can join the maintenance team with an hourly rate that includes a 12.07% uplift to cover annual leave, plus have access to a range of benefits including free meals on duty, free parking and much more.

As a Bank Driver you will be:

• Driving patients and staff to a variety of different locations, ensuring that the journey is completed in a safe and timely manner, using the most efficient route.
• Driving staff and other visitors to/from the unit as required by the Line Manager. Collect and delivers consumables or assets for the Unit during periods of the day when not involved in other activities.
• Ensuring that the Hospital vehicles are cleaned regularly, maintained correctly and safely and that any damage or faults are dealt with immediately.
• Ensuring that vehicles are fuelled at all times and record-keeping is kept up to date and available when requested

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A clean full UK driving licence
• A track record of safe driving
• Strong team-working skills
• A high level of self-motivation and a flexible approach
• A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate

Where you will be working:

Lakefield’s Neurological Centre, Lambourne Road, Chigwell, IG7 6HH

Lakefields Neurological Centre will be a 22-bed service that delivers specialist 24-hour nursing and therapy services for people with complex long-term neurological conditions who require ongoing support and assistance to maximise their functional ability and improve their quality of life. The Centre specialises in neuro-rehabilitation, tracheostomy and ventilator care. Bedrooms are adapted to individual requirements, fitted with high dependency equipment including ceiling track hoists, wall mounted suction and oxygen equipment. There are also well-equipped therapy facilities, spacious lounge areas and wheelchair access to beautiful gardens.

What you will get:

• Hourly rate of £13.11 (including 12.07% holiday allowance uplift)
• Two-week paid induction
• Free meals and parking
• Mandatory training to ensure you are fully able to do your job at the best of your ability.
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.
• Pension contribution to secure your future (Optional)

About your next employer:

You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. 

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. 

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A clean full UK driving licence, A track record of safe driving, Strong team-working skills, A high level of self-motivation and a flexible approach, A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate