Part Time Driver / Events Assistant – Required by local charity

Working a minimum of 20 hours per week for a local charity. Driving the company van between the head office and various venues across the UK. Once at the venue you will assist with the events.

Job Description:

* Driving the van to and from events across the UK (England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales)

* Loading / unloading the van before and after events

* Liaising with other members of the team to ensure that all necessary items are taken to the event

* Setting up and dismantling medical screening equipment

* Admin duties at events including, booking clients in as they arrive and recording personal data

* Being available for ad hoc requests including miscellaneous driving errands

* Lifting and carrying as required

* Cleaning the company van and carrying out vehicle checks before each journey

Hours of Work:

Hours may vary week-to-week according to the number of events. In the first instance, the company will provide a minimum of 20 hours per week averaged over the year. There will be 3 or 4 weeks a year (e.g. around Christmas) when there will be fewer events / hours; but also, several weeks of the year when there will be more than 35 hours. This role involves regular work at weekends and overnight stays are required.

Person Specification:

* Must have a full UK drivers license to be considered for this role

* Must be educated to a minimum of GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths

* Good communications skills – polite and professional

* Good organisational skills

* A ‘can do’ attitude – willingness to help with tasks

* Works well and remains calm under pressure

Additional Information:

* Based in Leatherhead

* £10.00 per hour

* Workplace pension scheme

* 20 days plus Bank Holidays pro rata

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