Senior Vehicle Preparation Operative (Derriford) in Plymouth

South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust is looking for committed people who can lead and motivate a small team of Vehicle Preparation Operatives to prepare ambulances to the highest standards for responding to emergency calls.

Main duties of the job include:

• Joining our team during a period of transformation as we implement the Ambulance Vehicle Preparation (AVP) service into SW Devon.
• Performing a deep clean of an ambulance every 6 weeks, in contrast to AVP which involves cleaning, restocking and refuelling ambulances every day.
• Adapting and changing to respond to growing pressure from increasing patient demand levels.
• Cleaning and restocking of ambulances, working alongside our Vehicle Preparation Operatives.
• Processing ambulances in a prescribed and controlled way to ensure each ambulance is ready to treat patients.
• Ensuring patient safety whilst supporting Operations in meeting its targets.
• Detailed cleaning and infection prevention & control activities.
• Checking and inspecting medical devices.
• Restocking consumables, refuelling and driving vehicles across various locations.

The role requires post holders to hold a current full driving licence. C1 category is preferred or willing to obtain during probation period.

About us: We provide emergency and urgent care, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, operating across the largest ambulance region in England and responding to an average of 2,650 incidents every day. We remain committed to ensuring that we provide the best possible care for all our patients.

The role is based in Plymouth, one of the most vibrant cities in England, with excellent transport links and a great mix of independent shops, cafes and bars.

If you embody our values of one team, compassionate and innovative and are looking to make a real difference to peoples' lives, then we would love to hear from you. In return, we will equip you with the skills and resources you need to thrive in your role.

Job responsibilities include:

• A standard working week of 37.5 hours.
• Holiday entitlements of 27 days per year, plus general and public holidays, rising to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years.
• Pay enhancements for out of hours, shift and overtime working.
• Career and salary progression.
• Car leasing scheme.
• Free parking across Trust sites.
• Staff networks.
• Wide range of discounts from various organisations across the UK.

Person Specification:

• Minimum of 3 GCSE's (or equivalent) at grade C or above including English and Maths.
• Leadership or supervisory qualification or equivalent experience.
• Full driving licence with maximum 3 penalty points.
• Must have category C1 on driving licence, or obtain (training can be provided in house).
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Experience of working within a public service or customer care environment.
• Previous experience of driving various types of vehicles.
• Experience in similar roles which may include stock checking and/or infection control/cleaning.
• Evidence of supervisory experience.

Skills required:

• Effective leadership skills.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Flexible and committed.
• Prepared to work 24/7 rota including days, lates, nights, weekends and bank holidays.

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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.