Senior Assistant (Driver)

Job Introduction

About Us
Libraries in Oxfordshire are trusted spaces, free to enter and open to all. Our libraries offer a range of books, digital and other resources and trained staff to help our customers. We provide cultural and creative enrichment, promote reading and literacy and provide digital access and support for our users. Our aim is to help everyone achieve their full potential and to lead healthier and happier lives with greater prosperity and stronger, more resilient communities.

About the Role
We are looking for a Delivery Driver to drive a van (3.5t) to libraries throughout Oxfordshire. This is a permanent, full time position. (37 hours/week). The role would be based out of Library Support Services in Holton near Wheatley (OX33).
The role involves delivery of library resources (books, audio, event materials) between libraries in the south of Oxfordshire. Our resources are usually packed into plastic crates, with a maximum weight of 8.5kg per crate.
The driver will also be required to help sort returning deliveries to our base of operations at Holton, and to repack the van for the following day's delivery.
The driver will be responsible for ensuring the vehicle is road-worthy, carrying out vehicle cleaning and checks, and reporting any defects to their line manager - this will also include maintaining a vehicle record book.

About you

• You should hold a full UK driving licence and be able to drive large vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes in weight.
• You should be equally comfortable working alone and in a team, as the role includes elements of both.
• You should have a flexible approach, be a team player and have excellent communication skills,
• You should be in good health and fit to carry out full duties including being capable of lifting and handling in accordance with Health and Safety regulations
• Ability to communicate actively; listening, seeking the views of others and sharing information; ability to make clear decisions based on sound evidence and good judgement
• Ability to work effectively both within a team and without constant supervision; ability to handle challenging situations (eg. vehicle accident) in a calm and professional manner
• Ability to support, develop and improve services which are responsive to customer and community diversity.

Rewards and Benefits

• It really is true that every single job role here contributes to bettering the lives of the people in our county - we want to do this for our employees too.
• We offer some of the best learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development.
• We have a generous holiday allowance which rises as you remain in employment with us up to 32 days, as well as giving you the option to buy additional holiday.
• You will also have access to a Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of up to 19.9% of your salary; a range of local and national retail discounts; and a host of enhanced family friendly policies including carers leave and paid time off for volunteering.

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Our commitment to: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to: Guaranteed Interview Schemes
As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to: Safeguarding
Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to: Flexible Working
We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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If you have any queries about this position, please contact: Nikki Halsall on 01865 810219 or nicola.halsall@oxfordshire.gov.uk

If you encounter any issues with the application system, please contact us at: nicola.halsall@oxfordshire.gov.uk