At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver and collect items for our stores, ensuring smooth operations.
- Company: Join Barnardo's, one of the UK's largest charity retailers.
- Benefits: Enjoy 26 days annual leave, flexible working, and a pension scheme.
- Other info: Opportunities for progression and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Organised, positive attitude, and ability to handle valuables carefully.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
We have fantastic opportunities for progression and development plus the freedom to nurture ideas and flair within a framework of support to develop you. At Barnardo's, we believe in children; the funds raised in store support the most vulnerable children and young people in the UK. Now's your chance to play your part in this vital work. You will be ensuring our stores receive the deliveries and collections that they need to keep their stores profitable and target beating.
Our Van Drivers are a vital part of the network of stores, and we can't wait to bring you onto the team. You'll need to be well organised, with a can-do attitude both with our customers and your colleagues alike. You will need to handle valuables and fragile items appropriately to avoid damage. You will need to be a good record keeper and will be responsible for the day-to-day care of the company vehicle.
In return, you will work for one of the UK's largest charity retailers with benefits, including:
- Full training and development package
- Promotion prospects
- Pension and benefits
Generating the money we need to make children's lives better is a truly fulfilling role, so if you'd like to use your talent to make a positive difference, then we would love to hear from you!
As part of Barnardo's ongoing commitment to safeguarding, our retail recruitment process requires that successful candidates are asked to consent to a Basic criminal records check.
About Barnardo's: At Barnardo's, we believe in children no matter who they are, what they have done or what they have been through. Barnardo's is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce for staff and volunteers. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is reflected in our values and our practice, and we have invested in this area of our work to ensure that we can deliver on our commitments to be an inclusive employer.
We particularly encourage applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minoritised Ethnic Communities, candidates who are LGBT+, and Disabled candidates.
Benefits include:
- 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing after 5 years service
- The ability to buy up to another 5 days annual leave via our HolidayPlus scheme
- A host of family-friendly leave options including company maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
- Service related sick pay from day 1
- Access to a Group Personal Pension with a matched 4% or 6% contribution from Barnardo's
- Death in service cover of 4x annual earnings for all staff contributing to our Group Personal Pension
- Cycle2work scheme
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- Discounts and cashback from high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays, and much more via our Benefit Portal
- Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc.
- Free access to round-the-clock employee assistance program for advice and support
Retail Van Driver employer: BARNARDOS
At Barnardo's, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering our Retail Van Drivers not only a fulfilling role in supporting vulnerable children across the UK but also a comprehensive benefits package that includes extensive training, promotion prospects, and a commitment to work-life balance. Our inclusive work culture fosters personal growth and creativity, allowing you to thrive while making a meaningful impact in your community. Join us in this vital mission and enjoy the satisfaction of knowing your efforts contribute directly to improving lives.
