Rotate Van Driver
| Posting date: | 03 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 12 March 2026 |
| Location: | Suffolk, & Norfolk |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Sue Ryder Care |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | SC504125VD5134 |
Summary
Rotate Van Driver
Based in Fakenham driving around Norfolk/Suffolk
Zero Hours contract will include weekends
£12.57 per hour + rewards & Benefits - As of 1st April 2026 the rate of pay will be increasing to at least £12.71 per hour
Be there when it matters.
Winners of the Employer of the Year for the People in Retail Awards 2023 – Retail Bulletin.
Sue Ryder is one of the largest charity retailers in the UK with over 400 shops. Every item sold in our shops generates funding so we can continue to provide 2.7 million hours of expert medical, practical, bereavement and emotional support every year, in our hospices, in people's homes and in the community. We are here to make sure that everyone approaching the end of life or living with grief can access the support they need.
We have a much-loved presence on high streets across the country - with a range of and innovative shops, including boutiques, vintage and retro shops, and large format stores. As a member of the retail team you’ll be helping us Inspire communities to provide more care for more people through innovating and collaborating on ways to reduce, reuse and recycle. You will also be contributing to drive up the income that generates the vital funds necessary to keep our care and support services running.
We understand our people are our most important asset and work hard to make sure you feel valued and included as part of a team. In retail most work every weekend, our managers mainly work only 1 in 2. We don't expect our teams to work past 5.15 in most of our shops. The earliest we start is 8.45am. We have every Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day off.
Situated on the edge of a bustling historic market town, our Sue Ryder Fakenham superstore offers a fantastic range of electrical, furniture, white and homeware goods. Working in partnership with a well-known furniture retailer and local firm Aldiss, we offer a wide range of pre-loved goods to furnish every room of the house, spanning everything from large furniture items and soft furnishings to pictures and small electricals - not to mention little knick-knacks to make a house a home. We also stock new goods with an extensive range from furniture to small gifts.
About you
Do you have experience of driving a commercial vehicle with a full UK driving licence? Do you work well in a fast paced environment? Would you like a chance to use your experience for an important cause? If so, come and join the team and contribute to the work we do across Sue Ryder!
To join us, you’ll need to have experience of multi-site collections and deliveries and be used to driving a medium to large size commercial vehicle and have the ability to manage priorities and deadlines. With these talents, you'll deliver retail excellence to grow income and make a difference to Sue Ryder Healthcare and the people we support. As one of our van drivers you will play a vital role in helping our shops raise income.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Responsible for the collection and delivery of stock within agreed timescales across sales territories and regional boundaries.
• To maintain security of stock during transportation and ensure careful handling of stock to minimise losses
• Ensure completion and compliance for all admin processes, reports and paperwork relating to Health and Safety, vehicle checks, fuel purchases, data protection and Gift Aid.
• Ensure your vehicle is legally compliant and clean at all times and all servicing, repairs and MOT are carried out as and when required.
• Use email, google maps to plan effective routes and work schedules taking into account the efficient use of fuel
• Act as a brand ambassador for Sue Ryder showing consideration when driving and providing excellent customer service.
Minimum Essential Criteria
• Experienced driver Full UK driving licence at least B1 category on a UK licence.
• Experience of driving a commercial vehicle
• Customer Service Experience
• IT skills (emails/instant messaging/video calls/mobile/tablets)
• Organisational Skills
Desirable Criteria
• Charity retail
• Commercial awareness
• Health & Safety knowledge
• Multi-drop experience
• Team Player
Competitive Benefits Package
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata if part-time)
- Company pension scheme
- Staff discount with thousands of retailers
- and lots more. Please visit our careers website for the full list.
Closing date: 12th March
Interview date: 19th March
If you want more than just a job, we want you.
Join the team and be there when it matters.
https://www.sueryder.org/jobs/why-work-for-sue-ryder
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
At Sue Ryder, we recognise that a diverse workforce allows us to provide the best care and support. We are committed to encouraging equity, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.
As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we’re proud to support the ‘Offer an Interview’ scheme. This means we will offer an interview to all disabled applicants who best meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.
We use inclusive recruitment practices including sharing interview themes or questions in advance, offering remote interviews where needed, and other accessibility support.
If you require support to compete an application or participate fully in the interview process, please email recruitment@sueryder.org.
For more information on our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion work, please visit: www.sueryder.org/jobs/equity-diversity-inclusion
Join us in creating a culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to thrive.
Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one size fits all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone. We are there when it matters.
Based in Fakenham driving around Norfolk/Suffolk
Zero Hours contract will include weekends
£12.57 per hour + rewards & Benefits - As of 1st April 2026 the rate of pay will be increasing to at least £12.71 per hour
Be there when it matters.
Winners of the Employer of the Year for the People in Retail Awards 2023 – Retail Bulletin.
Sue Ryder is one of the largest charity retailers in the UK with over 400 shops. Every item sold in our shops generates funding so we can continue to provide 2.7 million hours of expert medical, practical, bereavement and emotional support every year, in our hospices, in people's homes and in the community. We are here to make sure that everyone approaching the end of life or living with grief can access the support they need.
We have a much-loved presence on high streets across the country - with a range of and innovative shops, including boutiques, vintage and retro shops, and large format stores. As a member of the retail team you’ll be helping us Inspire communities to provide more care for more people through innovating and collaborating on ways to reduce, reuse and recycle. You will also be contributing to drive up the income that generates the vital funds necessary to keep our care and support services running.
We understand our people are our most important asset and work hard to make sure you feel valued and included as part of a team. In retail most work every weekend, our managers mainly work only 1 in 2. We don't expect our teams to work past 5.15 in most of our shops. The earliest we start is 8.45am. We have every Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day off.
Situated on the edge of a bustling historic market town, our Sue Ryder Fakenham superstore offers a fantastic range of electrical, furniture, white and homeware goods. Working in partnership with a well-known furniture retailer and local firm Aldiss, we offer a wide range of pre-loved goods to furnish every room of the house, spanning everything from large furniture items and soft furnishings to pictures and small electricals - not to mention little knick-knacks to make a house a home. We also stock new goods with an extensive range from furniture to small gifts.
About you
Do you have experience of driving a commercial vehicle with a full UK driving licence? Do you work well in a fast paced environment? Would you like a chance to use your experience for an important cause? If so, come and join the team and contribute to the work we do across Sue Ryder!
To join us, you’ll need to have experience of multi-site collections and deliveries and be used to driving a medium to large size commercial vehicle and have the ability to manage priorities and deadlines. With these talents, you'll deliver retail excellence to grow income and make a difference to Sue Ryder Healthcare and the people we support. As one of our van drivers you will play a vital role in helping our shops raise income.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Responsible for the collection and delivery of stock within agreed timescales across sales territories and regional boundaries.
• To maintain security of stock during transportation and ensure careful handling of stock to minimise losses
• Ensure completion and compliance for all admin processes, reports and paperwork relating to Health and Safety, vehicle checks, fuel purchases, data protection and Gift Aid.
• Ensure your vehicle is legally compliant and clean at all times and all servicing, repairs and MOT are carried out as and when required.
• Use email, google maps to plan effective routes and work schedules taking into account the efficient use of fuel
• Act as a brand ambassador for Sue Ryder showing consideration when driving and providing excellent customer service.
Minimum Essential Criteria
• Experienced driver Full UK driving licence at least B1 category on a UK licence.
• Experience of driving a commercial vehicle
• Customer Service Experience
• IT skills (emails/instant messaging/video calls/mobile/tablets)
• Organisational Skills
Desirable Criteria
• Charity retail
• Commercial awareness
• Health & Safety knowledge
• Multi-drop experience
• Team Player
Competitive Benefits Package
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata if part-time)
- Company pension scheme
- Staff discount with thousands of retailers
- and lots more. Please visit our careers website for the full list.
Closing date: 12th March
Interview date: 19th March
If you want more than just a job, we want you.
Join the team and be there when it matters.
https://www.sueryder.org/jobs/why-work-for-sue-ryder
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
At Sue Ryder, we recognise that a diverse workforce allows us to provide the best care and support. We are committed to encouraging equity, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.
As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we’re proud to support the ‘Offer an Interview’ scheme. This means we will offer an interview to all disabled applicants who best meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.
We use inclusive recruitment practices including sharing interview themes or questions in advance, offering remote interviews where needed, and other accessibility support.
If you require support to compete an application or participate fully in the interview process, please email recruitment@sueryder.org.
For more information on our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion work, please visit: www.sueryder.org/jobs/equity-diversity-inclusion
Join us in creating a culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to thrive.
Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one size fits all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone. We are there when it matters.