Pathology Drivers, Band 2
Gloucestershire
Job summary
We are looking for Pathology Van Drivers to join the General Services Team to cover a variety of routes but within the County and further afield. These posts will be on a 6 month fixed term contract.
You will be expected to take part in the 24/7 service provided by the team. These duties may involve week-end, bank holiday or overnight shifts (paid at an enhanced rate).
The Trust uses leased vehicles, and it is a requirement of the lease that the successful applicants must be over 21 years of age, with a clean driver's licence and at least one years driving experience.
The candidates should also be in good health (some lifting is required), and have good communication skills. A medical assessment will be required. Full training will be given.
This post is particularly suited to someone who already works part time or has taken early retirement but would like an interesting and rewarding job.
Main duties of the job
Duties include collecting specimens from the Surgeries and delivering sample bottles and results.
In addition, the Shuttle services include transportation of medical notes, pharmacy and sterile medical equipment.
All the duties are vital to supporting the care of patients not only in the Acute Hospitals, but in the wider health community.
Additional working pattern details: Posts will be on a part time basis. Multiple shifts available across Monday to Friday. Earliest start is 08:45 and latest finish will be 21:45. We have shifts that are AM and shifts that are PM. These posts will be on a 6 month fixed term basis.
About us
The team comprises approx. 41 mainly part-time contracted Drivers, and 22 'Bank' Drivers. All Drivers are trained on multiple routes to allow for 'swaps' to cover any gaps, and most are also trained in basic Laboratory and Transfusion tasks to allow them to work out-of-hours (including overnight).
Most of our team are retired ex-professionals who are keen to continue working, but want a good "work-life" balance.
Details
Date posted
25 June 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year (pa pro rata if part-time)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
318-26-T0424
Job locations
Trustwide
Gloucestershire
GL1 3NN
United Kingdom
For further information and to apply, click on the APPLY BUTTON at the bottom of this advert, then click on CONTINUE to view the supporting documents or apply online.
Closing Date for Applications: 02-07-2026
Salary: £25,272 a year
