Receipt & Distribution Assistant

Job description

Job summary

Closing Date: 02.11.26

Shortlisting to take place after closing date: 03.11.26

Interview expected to take place in the week commencing: W/C 09.11.26

We're a friendly, hardworking team that's looking for someone determined and enthusiastic to help us with the day- to-day logistics of all goods delivered to the Trust. In return, we can support you to develop in the team and further your career in a lively, forward-looking workplace.

You will be taking a proactive role in supporting the Logistic Services Supervisor in signing for and checking in goods, matching goods against the delivery notes then distributing the goods to the end users. The post may require some receipting of goods onto the computer system from time to time.

On the job training will be provided along with a uniform and safety footwear.

There's never been a better time to be part of the important role that our Receipt and Distribution Centre plays in providing patient care - so why not join us?

The ideal candidate should enjoy working as part of a team, be motivated and be keen to learn.

Please cover all areas within the Person Specification when you are completing your application.

Main duties of the job

Please see the attached person specification and job description which detail the main duties of the job.

About us

Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust:

• We value people
• We are one team
• We care

We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached person specification and job description which detail the main duties of the job.

Job description
Job responsibilities

Please see the attached person specification and job description which detail the main duties of the job.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Working with the Public/Customers

Desirable

• Working in a Hospital/ Care Home/ Healthcare Environment
• Working in Supply Chain and Procurement Stores

Skills

Essential

• Ability to follow instructions (verbal and written)
• Ability to work to schedules, procedures and deadlines
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to use initiative
• Ability to work autonomously and manage own workload efficiently
• Conscientious attitude with attention to detail
• A reasonable level of fitness is required as heavy lifting will be necessary with this role in accordance with manual handling training as well as multiple delivery runs around the estate on foot with manual and powered handling trolleys per day.

Desirable

• Driving license including vans

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
• Ability to use a computer system for basic email, word and spreadsheet programmes

Desirable

• Knowledge of appropriate Portering procedures
• Health & Safety Training/Lifting & Handling
• Ability to use Oracle purchasing system (or similar)

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Maths and English* pass or equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ3 or Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Foundation level or equivalent experience *

Other Requirements

Essential

• Is efficient and effective with the use of resources
• Is punctual

Person Specification
Experience

Essential

• Working with the Public/Customers

Desirable

• Working in a Hospital/ Care Home/ Healthcare Environment
• Working in Supply Chain and Procurement Stores

Skills

Essential

• Ability to follow instructions (verbal and written)
• Ability to work to schedules, procedures and deadlines
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to use initiative
• Ability to work autonomously and manage own workload efficiently
• Conscientious attitude with attention to detail
• A reasonable level of fitness is required as heavy lifting will be necessary with this role in accordance with manual handling training as well as multiple delivery runs around the estate on foot with manual and powered handling trolleys per day.

Desirable

• Driving license including vans

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
• Ability to use a computer system for basic email, word and spreadsheet programmes

Desirable

• Knowledge of appropriate Portering procedures
• Health & Safety Training/Lifting & Handling
• Ability to use Oracle purchasing system (or similar)

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Maths and English* pass or equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ3 or Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Foundation level or equivalent experience *

Other Requirements

Essential

• Is efficient and effective with the use of resources
• Is punctual

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Bradford Royal Infirmary

Gate -6, Smith Lane Bradford,BD96RJ

Bradford

BD9 6RJ

United Kingdom

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