
Job summary
Doncaster and Bassetlaw Internal transport department provide a range of essential transport services to various care divisions across all the Trust sites and within the local communities.
In order to maintain service continuity we are required to carry a number of trained driver personnel who are job ready and who have the skill, knowledge and awareness of the various service requirements associated with Internal transport services across the Trust sites.
Main duties of the job
To undertake all driver and other authorized duties, as required and directed, in order to provide a transport service to meet the needs of the Trust, its patients and service users.
To observe all regulations governing the driving and use of vehicles on the public highways.
To provide a reliable, safe, courteous, comfortable and timely transport service for patients, staff, health related equipment and materials within the Doncaster & Bassetlaw health community.
To understand the needs of individuals being transported and to develop high standards in relation to customer care for all users, taking into account their social, health, including mobility and any personal circumstances.
To undertake daily, such checks as are reasonable to ensure that the vehicle to be driven complies with the requirements of the law and is in running order, for example:-
- Fuel, oil and coolant
- Brakes and steering
- Lights and reflectors, stop lights and indicators
- Windscreen wipers and washers, horn
- Care and attention to batteries
Complete and sign daily checklists and vehicle logbook documentation.
NB The above list is not necessarily a complete list of checks.
Provide driver cover for colleagues in the event of annual leave and sickness.
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues. At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions. As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Details
- Date posted: 07 August 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 2
- Salary: £25,272 a year Pro Rata Per Annum
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Annualised hours
- Reference number: 272-7925666-A
- Job locations: Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Armthorpe Road, Doncaster, DN2 5LT, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate of sponsorship
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Please note that from 9th April 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Person specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Driving experience and knowledge of vehicle daily checks and road traffic regulations.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Doncaster, Rotherham, Sheffield, Mexborough and North Notts
- Previous experience of working in NHS or Health care organisation
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Full, clean driving licence
- Category D1 element on licence or Passenger Carrying Vehicle (PCV) licence
Desirable
- Customer Care Training.
- Health & Safety training
Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate with others both verbally and in writing
Desirable
- Develop and maintain a courteous, professional manner and appearance that supports a quality approach to service delivery
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This advert is for Trust Bank Driver x4 with Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Doncaster, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £25272.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 16 Aug 2026.
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