Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust
Ambulance Vehicle Preparation (AVP) Operative – Huddersfield
Closing date
14 June 2026
Job Summary
To sustain and support our current AVP requirements we are pleased to offer a vacancy for dedicated AVP Operatives based in Huddersfield Ambulance Station. The role is full-time and offers competitive unsocial rates in addition to a basic salary of £25,272 per annum.
Hours & Pay
Full-time 24/7 shift rota, including bank holidays, weekends and nights. Unsocial payments may bring total pay to approximately £6,000 per annum depending on shift patterns. Holiday entitlement ranges from 27 days up to 33 days pro-rata.
Responsibilities
- Process ambulance service vehicles in a prescribed and controlled way, ensuring each ambulance is fully equipped and prepared to attend and treat a patient.
- Perform detailed cleaning and Infection Prevention and Control activities.
- Check and inspect medical and lifting & handling equipment.
- Restock consumables and complete vehicle checks.
- Prepare consumables, manage stock control, re-fuelling and moving vehicles across various locations.
- Record all daily activities and re-patriate equipment from hospital trusts.
- Drive vehicles – requires a full UK driving licence (no more than 3 penalty points) and a valid C1 entitlement. Candidates without a C1 licence may be considered if training is funded (cost recovered over four years).
Qualifications & Knowledge
- Previous cleaning experience.
- Working knowledge of COSHH / Risk Assessments.
- Previous knowledge of Infection Control Procedures.
- Full valid UK driving licence.
- Ability to work individually or as part of a team.
- Ability to work unsocial hours on a 7-day/24-hour shift rota system.
Desirable
- Previous experience implementing effective Infection Prevention & Control measures.
- C1 Driving Licence.
- Awareness of Workplace Health and Safety, COSHH, Risk Assessments (preferably within the cleaning services sector).
- Ability to work alone and deal with a number of issues using initiative.
- Good customer service skills.
Essential Skills
- Ability to complete tasks and achieve results.
- Effective communicator, both verbal and written.
- Basic IT skills (email, internet, office), including handheld data devices such as tablets and telephones.
- Good literacy and numerical skills to pass required examinations and tests.
Training
No prior experience required – a full four-week training package is provided. Training includes Level 2 Apprenticeship and access to Level 2 NCFE.
Benefits
- Flexible working – part-time hours, job shares and agile working where role dependent.
- 27 days annual leave, increasing to 33 with service.
- Contributory pension.
- NHS discounts (shops, restaurants, gyms, etc.).
- Car lease and other salary sacrifice schemes.
- Dedicated employee assistance and counselling service.
- Opportunities for research participation, career progression and ongoing development.
- Well-respected, committed and supported staff networks.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check. The post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
Equal Opportunities
Candidates must indicate an acceptance of and commitment to the principles underlying the Trust’s Equal Opportunities Policy.
Contact
Ambulance Vehicle Preparation Deputy Manager – Paul Selwoodpaul.selwood1@nhs.net07752779366
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