Salaried Out of Hours Lead Driver
Greenwich Health Ltd
London, SE18 4QHView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£34,000
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
7 October 2026
7 days leftJob description
Please note, the hours for this role must be performed on evenings and weekends. This is the perfect opportunity to lead a team of Out of Hours Driver...
Maintaincomprehensiveknowledgeofthefleet'svehiclestooperateanyvehicleasneeded.
AssistinconductingvehiclechecksduringshiftstoensurethesafetyofGPs,oneself,andthepublic
Coordinate rotas for the team
Conduct annual appraisals, manage the teams annual leave and sickness via the digital HR system
Adheretothedriver'srotaandshiftschedulesincompliancewithworkingtimeregulations.
Providesupporttocolleaguestominimizeloneworking,prioritizingpersonalandcollectivesafety.
Ensurethesecurehandlingofdrugsandclinicalequipmentduringshiftturnover,recording
usage appropriately.
- Undertakeregularstockchecksfordrugsandanyotherequipment
Assistinmonitoringdailytransportperformance,reportingfindingstotheleaddriver.
Maintainthecleanliness,security,androutinemaintenanceofvehiclesandequipment
during shifts.
Reportandaddressanynecessaryrepairsforvehiclesandequipment,guaranteeingtheir fitness
for use.
Operatingallincarcommunicationsandpatientmanagementsystemequipmenttosupport
accuraterecord keeping
Supporttheinductionandguidanceofnewemployeestofamiliarizethemwithbusiness
operations and the geographical area.
ToassistwithbasicadministrativedutiesandusingMicrosoftoutlooktoread/respondtoemails
Participateinlicensechecks,driverassessments,andmandatorydrivertraining.
Fosterpositivecommunicationamongdrivers,GPs,UTCcolleagues,andexternalpartners.
Principal duties and responsibilities
As the Lead Driver, you will steer the execution of the efficient andtimelytransportation of the UTC Out of Hours and UrgentTreatmentCentre(UTC)services,facilitatingthetransportationofGPstodeliverpatientcare.
Please note, the hours for this role must be performed on evenings and weekends.
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of the fleet's vehicles to operate any vehicle as needed.
Assist in conducting vehicle checks during shifts to ensure the safety of GPs, oneself, and the public
Coordinate rotas for the team
Conduct annual appraisals, manage the teams annual leave and sickness via the digital HR system
Adhere to the driver's rota and shift schedules in compliance with working time regulations.
Provide support to colleagues to minimize lone working, prioritizing personal and collective safety.
Ensure the secure handling of drugs and clinical equipment during shift turnover, recording usage appropriately.
- Undertake regular stock checks for drugs and any other equipment
Complete timesheets, vehicle log sheets, and logbooks
Assist in monitoring daily transport performance, reporting findings to the lead driver.
Maintainthecleanliness,security,androutinemaintenanceofvehiclesandequipment
during shifts.
Maintain the cleanliness, security, and routine maintenance of vehicles and equipment during shifts.
Report and address any necessary repairs for vehicles and equipment, guaranteeing their fitness for use.
Operate all in-car communications and patient management system equipment to support accurate record keeping.
Support the induction and guidance of new employees to familiarise them with business operations and the geographical area.
Plan the most efficient routes for and between home visits.
Assist with basic administrative duties and use Microsoft Outlook to read and respond to emails.
Participate in licence checks, driver assessments, and mandatory driver training.
Foster positive communication among drivers, GPs, UTC colleagues, and external partners.
Engage actively in team and departmental meetings. Support GPs where needed with chaperoning.
Support GPs and the admin team with any assistance required.
Direct calls to appropriate extensions, deal with telephone enquiries, and record messages when required.
Maintain a professional appearance with attire suitable for a business environment.
Health is the GP Federation for the Greenwich Borough and have a not-for-profit
ethos. This means we reinvest all our surplus into developing our staff, our
organisation and to support our GP Practices in being sustainable for the
future. We are committed to providing quality of care to our patients whilst
building resilience for General Practice and providing services and programmes
of work to deliver care at scale to the Greenwich Population. This role will be
part of an exciting opportunity to work with leading specialists in the
creation of an innovative new Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC)
Experience
Essential
- Must be computer literate with a knowledge of Microsoft office including word, excel, outlook
- Keyboard skills
- Ability to remain focused on task in hand
- Understanding of role
- Understanding of NHS
- Understanding of data protection
- Demonstrate ability to work within the needs of
- a changing service
- Must be over 25 years old
- (under insurance policy)
- Valid UK driving license with clean driving
- record to provide driving license on an
- annual basis for a DVLA check
Desirable: - Previous experience in a managerial role
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths
- Basic computer skills including windows packages
- full UK Driver's license
- Immunisation documentation for DTP, MMR and varicella (or in place of varicella immunity, a signed risk declaration)
Desirable: - NVQ Level 2
Personal Skils
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team and
- on own initiative
- Professional approach to colleagues and at work
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Good verbal and written skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
24 September 2026
Last checked
28 September 2026
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