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Bank Driver

Elysium Healthcare

Chigwell, IG7 6HHView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£13.11

Contract

Bank

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

31 October 2026

12 days left

Job description

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 shif...

As a Bank Driver at Elysium Healthcare, you will be responsible for driving patients and staff to various locations, ensuring safe and timely journeys using the most efficient routes. You will transport staff and other visitors to and from the unit as required, and collect and deliver consumables or assets for the unit. Maintenance tasks include ensuring hospital vehicle cleanliness, maintenance, security, and fueling. Qualifications for this role include a clean full UK driving license, a track record of safe driving, team-working skills, self-motivation, and a flexible approach. Applicants should have a positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate.

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.

  • 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

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.

  • 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)

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.

Elysium Healthcare is a prominent healthcare provider with over 8,000 employees offering unique care approaches across a network of more than 90 services in England and Wales. Specialising in Mental Health, Neurological conditions, Learning Disabilities & Autism, and more, Elysium Healthcare provides significant opportunities for staff growth and mobility. Part of Ramsay Health Care, a global network operating in 10 countries and employing over 86,000 worldwide, Elysium Healthcare is committed to inclusive recruitment and the safeguarding of service users, ensuring a supportive work environment for all employees.

Qualifications

Essential

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

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

28 September 2026

Last checked

29 September 2026

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