Job requirements
Essential
13 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Skills
Ability to follow instructions (verbal and written)
- Skills
Ability to work to schedules, procedures and deadlines
- Skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Skills
Ability to use initiative
- Skills
Ability to work autonomously and manage own workload efficiently
- Skills
Conscientious attitude with attention to detail
- Skills
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.
- Knowledge
Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Knowledge
Ability to use a computer system for basic email, word and spreadsheet programmes
- Experience
Working with the Public/Customers
- Qualifications
GCSE Maths and English* pass or equivalent
- Other Requirements
Is efficient and effective with the use of resources
- Other Requirements
Is punctual
Desirable
7 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Skills
Driving license including vans
- Knowledge
Knowledge of appropriate Portering procedures
- Knowledge
Health & Safety Training/Lifting & Handling
- Knowledge
Ability to use Oracle purchasing system (or similar)
- Experience
Working in a Hospital/ Care Home/ Healthcare Environment
- Experience
Working in Supply Chain and Procurement Stores
- Qualifications
NVQ3 or Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Foundation level or equivalent experience *
Job overview
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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 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.
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This advert is for Receipt & Distribution Assistant with Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Bradford, England. It is listed as a Band 3 Stores operative role. The advertised salary is £25760.00 to £27476.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 02 Nov 2026.
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