Transport and Logistics Assistant

Job summary

Some roles support a service. This role keeps it moving.

A brand new Oral Health service is launching in Tower Hamlets, helping children and young people access the care, advice and resources they need to develop healthier smiles and better lifelong oral health. Behind every successful visit, school session and community intervention is someone making sure the right equipment and supplies are in the right place at the right time.

As our Transport and Logistics Assistant, you'll be at the centre of making that happen. You'll coordinate stock, manage supplies, deliver dental packs across Tower Hamlets and work closely with colleagues, schools and partners to keep the service running smoothly. Your organisation, reliability and attention to detail will directly support frontline teams to deliver outstanding care to the children and families who rely on us.

This is more than driving and deliveries. You'll help improve processes, manage stock efficiently, build positive relationships with suppliers and colleagues and ensure every delivery contributes to a service that local communities can depend on.

As you'll be working closely with local schools, partners and communities across the borough, this opportunity is ideal for someone who knows Tower Hamlets and takes pride in supporting the place they call home.

Main duties of the job

You're organised, dependable and take pride in a job done well. You enjoy keeping things running smoothly, solving problems before they become issues and understand that the small details can make a big difference. Whether you're planning deliveries, managing stock or supporting colleagues, you know that your work helps others succeed.

Your values are your strongest asset. You act with integrity, value others, find solutions when challenges arise and take pride in being someone your team can always rely on.

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).

Experience working in a fast paced environment.

Experience using Microsoft systems to order goods, manage stock or maintain records.

A good understanding of manual handling, health and safety and confidentiality.

Excellent organisational skills with the ability to keep accurate records.

The ability to work independently, as part of a team and adapt to changing priorities.

A full UK driving licence and the ability to travel independently across Tower Hamlets.

The physical ability to undertake manual handling duties.

Experience working within a stores, logistics or distribution environment, knowledge of stock receipt, storage and distribution procedures, or an International Certification of Digital Literacy (ICDL) would be an advantage.

If you take pride in being the person others can rely on, we'd like you on our team.

About us

Compass is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Established for over 30 years, Compass is a national charity which works in communities across the UK providing services spanning substance misuse treatment and rehabilitation, early interventions for vulnerable young people, school-aged health programmes and associated prevention as well as treatment and health promotion initiatives.

All Compass posts are subject to appropriate level DBS checks.

We positively encourage applications from all members of the community, regardless of gender, race, faith, disability, age, or sexual orientation, and encourage applications from people who have experiences in life which enrich skills and empathy. This is part of our commitment to equality and developing a truly inclusive and representative workforce.

We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments individuals may require in the recruitment process, on commencement, or once in post.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits including:

• 27 days holiday + bank holidays, rising to 32 days over time (pro rata)
• Life assurance at 2 x basic salary
• Competitive contributory pension scheme
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and OH service
• Enhanced sick pay
• Excellent learning & development opportunities and career progression
• Annual salary review

Help us to make a positive change to the lives of children and young people!

Closing Date: 5pm 28.08.2026   #LI-BE1 #CompServ

Job responsibilities

Some roles support a service. This role keeps it moving.

A brand new Oral Health service is launching in Tower Hamlets, helping children and young people access the care, advice and resources they need to develop healthier smiles and better lifelong oral health. Behind every successful visit, school session and community intervention is someone making sure the right equipment and supplies are in the right place at the right time.

As our Transport and Logistics Assistant, you'll be at the centre of making that happen. You'll coordinate stock, manage supplies, deliver dental packs across Tower Hamlets and work closely with colleagues, schools and partners to keep the service running smoothly. Your organisation, reliability and attention to detail will directly support frontline teams to deliver outstanding care to the children and families who rely on us.

This is more than driving and deliveries. You'll help improve processes, manage stock efficiently, build positive relationships with suppliers and colleagues and ensure every delivery contributes to a service that local communities can depend on.

As you'll be working closely with local schools, partners and communities across the borough, this opportunity is ideal for someone who knows Tower Hamlets and takes pride in supporting the place they call home.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English Language and Maths at Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent qualification or demonstrable level of knowledge and aptitude.

Desirable

• International Certification of Digital Literacy (ICDL).

Experience

Essential

• Experience working within a fast paced environment.
• Experience using Microsoft systems for the booking in, ordering of goods and materials management.

Desirable

• Experience working within a stores or distribution environment.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Knowledge or experience of manual handling procedures and health and safety.
• Understanding of confidentiality.
• Physically fit and able to undertake manual handling duties.
• Full UK driving licence with the ability to drive and travel independently across the London Borough of Tower Hamlets.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Proactive, adaptable approach to work with the willingness to respond to changing service needs and adopt new ways of working.

Desirable

• Knowledge of receipt, storage and distribution procedures.
• Access to a vehicle for use in the role (mileage expenses payable).