29/10/2025
Delivery Driver Job Vacancy
Location: Elmham Group of Practices (covering local area deliveries)
Contract Type: Permanent, part-time
Hours: 24 hours per week, worked over 4 days
Salary: ÂŁ12.21 per hour
Reports to: Dispensary Manager
About the Role:
Elmham Group of Practices is looking for a reliable and caring Delivery Driver to join our dispensary team. You’ll play a vital role in supporting patient care by ensuring the safe, confidential, and timely delivery of prescribed medications to patients’ homes and local businesses.
You’ll act as a key link between the dispensary and our patients, upholding the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and customer service. This is a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to people’s wellbeing within your community.
Why Join Us?
At Elmham Group of Practices, we are committed to delivering high-quality patient care and supporting our staff. You’ll be part of a friendly and professional team where your contribution is valued.
Main Responsibilities:
• Deliver to patients’ homes and remote deliveries.
• Prepare and maintain the delivery van for daily use.
• Collect prescriptions from the dispensary and deliver them safely and accurately.
• Handle temperature-sensitive items, ensuring cold chain storage is maintained.
• Report any concerns about patient wellbeing or medication issues to the dispensary team.
• Ensure the security and cleanliness of the delivery vehicle.
• Follow infection control, health & safety, and safeguarding procedures at all times.
About You:
You’ll be organised, dependable, and approachable, with a genuine desire to help others. You’ll take pride in providing excellent service to our patients and supporting the dispensary team.
Essential:
• Full, clean driving licence
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and use initiative
• Basic understanding of confidentiality and data protection (e.g. GDPR)
Desirable:
• Previous experience working in a healthcare or general practice environment
• Knowledge of safe handling of medications
Personal Attributes
• Calm, reliable, and professional
• Friendly and patient-focused approach
• Team player with flexibility and adaptability
Other Requirements
• Enhanced DBS check (required)
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a covering letter to jade.playford@nhs.net
Closing Date:
Friday 28th of November. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications are received. Early application is therefore advised.
Vacancy: Delivery Driver
