Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for full details

The Procurement Insights and Performance Manager will lead the development and delivery of highquality procurement insight to support the effective management of nonpay expenditure and procurement activity.

The post holder will be responsible for improving the quality, consistency and use of procurement data, ensuring that appropriate data standards and governance arrangements are embedded within the procurement function, and that information is reliable fit for purpose, and aligned with the STSFT Group digital and information governance frameworks.

The role will provide meaningful, actionable insight into:

• nonpay spend and supplier performance
• procurement activity and workload
• delivery of savings, benefits and value
• prioritisation of effort and allocation of procurement resource

Drawing data from systems such as Oracle, NHS Supply Chain, Spend Comparison Service, Advise Inc and other procurement datasets, the post holder will develop Excel and Power BI outputs that enable procurement managers and senior stakeholders to understand where effort is being applied, what benefits are being realised, and where opportunities for improvement exist.

The post holder will work closely with procurement colleagues, finance, and system owners to translate complex data into clear narratives that support evidencebased decision making, continuous improvement, and delivery of the Procurement Strategy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent level of relevant experience, supported by advanced specialist knowledge in data analysis business intelligence, procurement or financial performance management, acquired through significant post qualification experience.

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and practical experience of Power BI or similar tools.
• Ability to interrogate validate and reconcile data from multiple sources.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to influence and challenge constructively using evidence.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• High level of curiosity, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Understanding of procurement and nonpay spend analysis.
• Knowledge of data quality principles and functional data governance.
• Understanding of performance management and the use of insight to drive improvement.
• Sound understanding of the principles that underpin continuity of supply, including risk awareness, mitigation, and proactive planning to minimise impact on patient care.
• Advanced knowledge of best practice project management.
• Extensive understanding of the principles of effective service change and modernisation.

Desirable

• Awareness of NHS or public sector operating environments (desirable).

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience operating as a recognised specialist in analysis, performance reporting or intelligence within a complex organisation.
• Experience of advising senior managers on interpretation of complex, sometimes ambiguous datasets to support strategic and operational decisions.
• Experience of improving data quality, structures or reporting within a function or service area.
• Experience of developing dashboards, reports and performance frameworks using Excel and/or Power BI.
• Experience of working with procurement or financial data (NHS or public sector desirable).
• Experience of working with multiple systems and reconciling data across sources.

Desirable

• Evidence of on-going professional development on specialist courses.

Physical Skills

Essential

• Advanced keyboard skills and ability to work for prolonged periods using IT systems.
• Ability to accurately manipulate, analyse and present data using standard office and analytical software.
• Ability to travel between Trust sites as required.

Employer details

Employer name

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)

Address

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.choicesunderland.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Take, where appropriate, delegated responsibility for the delivery of a highlyspecialist perfusion service, ensuring the service is effective and wellcoordinated. Offer and undertake a range of highly specialised perfusion techniquesduring routine and emergency cardiopulmonary bypass. Assess the patients relevant medical history, pathology and diagnosis and make appropriate decisions concerning conduct of the procedure. Advise clinicians on the suitability of equipment and persuade clinicians on appropriate course of action. Set up, prime and run the cardiopulmonary bypass machine to maintain life support for the period of cardiopulmonary bypass according to broad occupational and clinical policies as well as recent scientific evidence seeking advice when necessary. Undertake, analyse, interpret and correct arterial/venous blood gases and patient coagulation status. Administer drugs including colloid/crystalloid fluids, vasoactive drugs,cardioplegia solution, potassium, anticoagulants, haemostatic drugs, sodium bicarbonate and osmotic diuretics as clinically indicated. Monitor a wide range of highly complex and routinely conflicting clinical information on a minute-to-minute basis such as the blood oximetry, cardiac output, systemic vascular resistance, ventilation and anticoagulation whilst monitoring renal status and blood glucose and take appropriate autonomous action. Manipulate on a second-to-second basis the patients cardiovascular system whilst on cardiopulmonary bypass.

Please refer to full JD attached for full list of responsibilities and duties.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Accreditation by Society of Clinical Perfusion Scientists of Great Britain and Ireland or close to.
• MSc
• Eligible for Licentiate registration with College of Clinical Perfusion Scientists of Great Britain and Ireland.
• 1st on-call demonstrable experience.

Desirable

• Society of Clinical Perfusion Scientists of Great Britain and Ireland Advanced Certificate.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Familiarity with the application of cardiopulmonary bypass in critical/emergency situations and cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• Conversant with, and the limitations of, equipment and devices used for the direct delivery of routine and specialist clinical perfusion techniques to patients.
• Demonstrate competence in employing monitoring and test results to make sound clinical decisions when choosing medication*

Desirable

• Evidence of Policy and/or Protocol development and/or contribution.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford Hospital

Derriford Hospital

PLYMOUTH

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Please note the Trust are not able to offer Skilled Worker Sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the UKVI threshold requirements. Applicants are requested to consider this when making their application. Please visit Gov.UK for further information.

To lead and coordinate the day to day activities of Choice and the Trusts purchasing function, ensuring the timely and accurate procurement of goods and services in line with NHS policies, financial controls, and local procedures. The postholder supervises Purchasing Officers, provides technical support on procurement processes, and ensures high standards of data accuracy, customer service, and compliance. Working closely with clinical, nonclinical, and supply chain teams, the role helps maintain continuity of supply, supports cost effective purchasing decisions, and contributes to the overall performance, quality, and reliability of Choice and the Trusts P2P processes and wider supply chain operations.

PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• A detailed understanding of one or more procurement related systems in relation to Source to Contract, Purchase to Pay and Inventory Management.
• An understanding of the workings of Accounts Payable and General Ledger systems in relation to the above procurement systems.
• Experience in the Procurement Department of a large complex organisation, preferably within the NHS.

Desirable

• Working knowledge of operating within organisational policies, such as, Standing Financial Instructions.

Values / Behavioural / Attitude

Essential

• Flexible approach to fulfilling duties in an environment where urgent requests are common.

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 / Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) qualification, or equivalent level of experience and knowledge.

Desirable

• European Computer Driving Licence qualification or equivalent e.g., NHS Microsoft Office Skills Training.

Core Behaviours

Essential

• Alignment to Trust Values and Core Behaviours.
• Team Player.
• Flexible.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work with colleagues at all levels in the Organisation.
• Good planning and organisational skills.
• Good numeric and literacy skills.
• A suitable level of education and computer skills.
• An ability to provide professional advice and guidance to customers.
• Ability to motivate and manage a team.
• Ability to extract / develop and analyse basic information and spend data to support decision making.

Employer details

Employer name

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)

Address

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.choicesunderland.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

What should you do next?

Have a look at the job description, and if you like what you see, then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (relevant field)
• Evidence of degree-level study in a relevant Nursing field.
• Teaching/mentorship / practice supervisor or assessor qualification (or obtained within 12 months)
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Desirable

• Independent prescribing qualification

Skills/competencies

Essential

• Enhanced clinical assessment skills and autonomous decision-making.
• High-level communication, negotiation and de-escalation skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload, coordinate care and contribute to safe caseload management
• Detailed understanding of governance, safeguarding, evidence-based practice and risk management.
• Digital literacy and ability to use clinical IT systems effectively.

Desirable

• Knowledge of clinical effectiveness and audit
• ED/emergency care experience

Knowledge, skills, aptitudes

Essential

• Specialist knowledge across a range of work procedures and practices

Expereince

Essential

• Post-registration clinical experience relevant to the service area
• Experience supervising others, supporting learning and contributing to audit/QI.
• Experience managing complex clinical scenarios with autonomy.

Special attributes/specific requirements

Essential

• Ability to work flexibly to meet service needs
• Ability to travel between sites (where applicable).
• Commitment to organisational values and to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Lincoln

Greetwell Road

Lincoln

LN2 5QY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ulh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is an exciting opportunity to join Harrow Councils Public Health team as a Public Health Disease Prevention Nurse, playing a key role in improving the health and wellbeing of residents across the borough. Focussed on prevention rather than direct patient care, you will support the development of skills, confidence and capacity within primary care and adult social care teams to deliver effective lifestyle advice and Making Every Contact Count (MECC) interventions. Through this work, you will help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, prevent long-term conditions and encourage healthier lifestyles across Harrows communities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• The sucessful candidate will be able to:
• Lead the delivery and continuous improvement of the NHS Health Checks Programme across Harrow, helping to prevent cardiovascular disease and other long-term conditions.
• Support and develop primary care and adult social care staff to confidently deliver lifestyle advice and Making Every Contact Count (MECC) interventions.
• Act as a specialist public health nurse, providing expert advice and guidance on disease prevention, health improvement and best practice.
• Design, organise and deliver high-quality training, education and coaching sessions for healthcare professionals and partner organisations.
• Work collaboratively with GP surgeries, adult social care teams and community organisations to improve health outcomes for residents.
• Use data, evidence and insight to drive service improvements, measure impact and support informed decision-making.
• Champion preventative healthcare approaches that reduce health inequalities and encourage healthier lifestyles across diverse communities.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives, supporting providers to meet national standards and achieve positive public health outcomes.
• Promote culturally competent, compassionate and evidence-based behaviour change approaches that reflect the needs of Harrows diverse population.
• Influence system-wide change by building strong partnerships and strengthening the capacity and capability of the local health and care workforce.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

London Borough of Harrow

Address

Harrow Council Hub

Forward Drive

Harrow

Middlesex

HA3 8FL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://jobs.harrow.gov.uk/careers-home/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of the job description and main responsibilities please see the pdf files attached to this advert.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MSc in medical physics or radiation physics
• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration as a Clinical Scientist
• Must be committed to working towards MPE certification

Desirable

• Registered with RPA2000 as a Radiation Protection Adviser (RPA)
• Registered with RPA2000 as a Radioactive Waste Adviser (RWA)
• Fellowship of the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine

Previous experience

Essential

• Evidence of experience at post registration level as a Clinical Scientist in radiation protection and radiological physics

Desirable

• Experience of ionising radiation, including work within diagnostic radiology and work with radioactive substances
• Experience in the provision of a medical physics service
• Experience in business planning
• Experience of budget management

Knowledge, skills, aptitudes

Essential

• Extensive specialist knowledge of radiation protection and radiological physics
• Ability to communicate scientific concepts to other staff
• Ability to work with staff in different disciplines
• Good organisational skills

Desirable

• Range of IT skills including image analysis and DICOM tools
• Good communication and presentation skills

Other requirements

Essential

• Knowledge of radiation protection legislation in healthcare and biomedical research
• Ability to use own initiative

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Lincoln County Hospital

Greetwell Road

Lincoln

LN2 5QY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ulh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read through the attached job description which outlines the job description and main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent experience
• Professional training/qualification
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Postgraduate management/leadership qualification

Previous Experience

Essential

• Experience of working at a senior/corporate level.
• Demonstrable experience in leading, motivating and managing teams.
• Knowledge of key national NHS policy and strategies.
• Experience of strategic thinking at a senior level.
• Significant experience of communicating and working with very senior managers and leaders.
• Ability to influence at all levels and a strategic thinker.
• Experience of budget management and staff management.
• Experience of managing competing workloads concurrently.

Desirable

• Experience of working at a senior/corporate level within the NHS.

Evidence of Knowledge, Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework
• .Understanding of working with confidential information.
• .Understanding of Corporate Governance.
• .Ability to lead a team ensuring it is customer focused and delivers a high quality service.
• .Demonstrate ability to make sound judgements and decision making.
• .Ability to interpret national polices and guidance.
• .Ability to demonstrate a high level of interpersonal skills, displaying credibility, influence and political acumen with a customer focus approach to problem solving.
• .Self-motivated and committed with the ability to work on own initiative.
• .Ability to prioritise and organise own workload.
• .Ability to work on own initiative.
• .Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills, written and verbally, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.
• .Attention to detail and accuracy

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively within a large team or individually.
• Ability and willingness to work flexibly.
• Ability to cope with sometimes distressing/emotional situations.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Beech House

Waterside South

Lincoln

LN5 7JH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ulh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution.

If you are enthusiastic and would relish a new challenge, we want to hear from you. We do not need you to have any public sector experience - what we need is a passion for business change and improvement, an understanding of inventory management, a proven track record and a desire to want to join a talented team and come on the journey we are about to take. You will ideally have previous experience with IMS Systems, Project Management and/or Supply Chain Management and have the ability to make a difference in this role. People skills will be important for dealing with the wide variety of internal stakeholders throughout the Trust that you will work with.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• General Education up to GCSE/A Level/Diploma or equivalent NVQ level (including Maths and English) or equivalent standard.
• Educated to Degree Level or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of ongoing personal and management development

Desirable

• Qualification in Project Management such as PRINCE2 Foundation Qualification

Previous Experience

Essential

• Working knowledge of project delivery and project governance.
• Working knowledge of procurement and performance management of contracts.
• Experience of effective team working and management of staff.
• Working knowledge and practical experience of project change control processes.
• Experience of producing meeting papers, including agendas, minutes, and maintaining action logs
• Experience of developing effective systems for efficient and effective administration.
• Maintaining accurate records using configuration management.
• Experience of generating reports and providing management information to support organisation decision making.
• Experience of working closely with leadership of varying seniority.
• Arranging meetings and/or events

Desirable

• Experience of working in the NHS or health sector in a project related capacity.
• Maintaining project risk logs with awareness of structured risk management techniques.
• Experience of handling personal / confidential information in accordance with Data Protection Act.

Evidence of Particular: - Knowledge - Skills - Aptitudes

Essential

• Understanding of project management specialist competencies including risk management, planning/scheduling, change control and project governance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and document presentation skills.
• Effective leadership skills that motivate and involve a team.
• Proven organisational skills and ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Good team player with well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Good analytical skills with the ability to analyse situations where more than one solution is possible.
• Able to assess project progress against agreed timescales and objectives.
• Ability to communicate and create relationships at all levels in the organisation including at times across departmental and organisational boundaries.
• Active listening skills.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to plan and prioritise own workload to meet and deal effectively with conflicting deadlines.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint with ability to grasp new technology.
• Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework: oPatient Centred oSafety oCompassion oRespect oExcellence

Desirable

• Project planning competencies, including estimating and scheduling, including critical path analysis.
• Working knowledge of stakeholder engagement and effective communication.
• Negotiates and influences effectively with internal and external contacts.
• An understanding of Supply Chain Management processes.

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel across sites/county as required.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Lincoln County Hospital (TBD with Successful Applicant)

Greetwell Road

Lincoln

LN2 5QY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ulh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Interact with patients to provide and process information in response to enquiries, concerns and requests about NHS/practice services.
• To ensure that all patients have a positive experience.
• To work as part of the Patient Services Team in a professional manner to provide high quality service, administration and support services to all clients, visitors, GPs and Allied Health Professionals.
• To follow all standard operating procedures and policies to ensure working in an efficient and courteous manner at all times.
• To provide a professional call handling service and associated administration duties.
• To embed and sustain an ethos of care navigation throughout the team; providing advice and guidance and signposting patients to the most appropriate clinician/service.
• To record all essential information accurately.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• -GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths (or equivalent).
• -A minimum of 1 year experience with SystmOne.
• -Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• -Competent in the use of IT.
• -Ability to deal confidently and courteously with people both in person and over the telephone.
• -Ability to work flexibly as a team member.
• -Able to work on own initiative and prioritise workload.
• -Empathetic, honest & caring.
• -Able to work under pressure.

Desirable

• Experience in a patient facing/customer service role

Experience

Essential

• -1 Year minimum experience of working with SystmOne
• -1 Year minimum experience of working in a customer service role

Desirable

• -Experience of working in a GP practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

HORTON PARK MEDICAL PRACTICE

Address

99 Horton Park Avenue

Bradford

West Yorkshire

BD7 3EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.horton-park.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To carry out maintenance work within a safe environment and to a highquality across the full range of Engineering services, plant, equipment, andbuilding fabric which will involve the use of fine hand instrumentation andcalibration of equipment.

Have the ability to interpret technical detailed manuals, undertake complexfault diagnose using cause effect analysis, repair and test complex TrustEngineering installations, plant and equipment and building elements. Thisincludes Environmental Building Management Systems, Lifts, Plumbing,glazing, Steam and LPHW and CW Systems , Ventilation /AC systems,Laundry and Catering Equipment, Fire systems , Gas systems. Assist incommissioning, problem solve new technical services and communicatetechnical knowledge to others, particularly in the safe use of equipment.

Plan and organise the maintenance work associated with the post holdersresponsibilities.

Work within the Facilities Managements Information System and to adhere to all managerial requirements.

Maintain records of work carried out in accordance with working practices.

Ensure the security of all plant, equipment and buildings under thejurisdiction of the Maintenance Department.

Supervise, communicate and develop Maintenance support workers andassess/evaluate the quality of the work.

The post holder shall support the provision of professional supervision,induction training of new starters, Apprentices and other Maintenance staff as part of a Personal Development Programme.

Carry out building fabric installation improvement works.

Drive Trust vehicles to assist in the collection and delivery of maintenanceitems and service delivery in accordance with the Trust Transport Policy

Undertake training where necessary and to learn new techniques across arange of core trade areas.

To support, advise and action Policy and Safe Working Procedures.

Be an active member of the Hospital Fire and Major Incident Team

Assist in the Statutory testing programme to ensure compliance with current legislation.

To work in potentially hazardous areas, confined spaces and contaminatedequipment taking all safety measures to prevent danger, avoid injury andprevent damage all in accordance with the Trust and Department Healthand Safety Policies and Safe Working Procedures.

To report any building, plant and equipment failures and request in writing for the supply of goods or services taking reference to Maintenance manuals, manufacturers data etc.

The post holder shall assist in the maintenance of stock levels.

To liaise with Wards and Department staff to ensure the requested complex and routine work is specified correctly to meet the users needs, provided efficiently and completed within the agreed priority response periods.

The post holder shall promptly respond to unpredictable incidents andemergency requests received via Hospital Bleep and or mobile communications.

To assist in site based surveys, including the reporting of defects. The post holder shall also assist in ensuring the full utilisation of the BuildingManagement System.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• oAttained a recognised City and Guilds Advanced Craft certified qualification or equivalent plus significant post apprenticeship experience
• oNVQ level 3 maintenance engineering or equivalent
• oBe willing and able to participate in an ongoing training development programme within NHS Maintenance services
• oHold a current UK driving licence.

Desirable

• oAttained or working towards a recognised BTEC/HNC recognised qualification or equivalent
• oCompleted and hold a recognised and certified Supervisory /Leadership/Management qualification
• oRelevant accredited NVQ and NHS Technical Qualifications

Experience

Essential

• oBe able to demonstrate competence in the required range of technical aspects applicable to the post
• oDemonstrate a minimum of twelve months previous experience in a maintenance craft role within a large site environment having completed a recognised building/engineering apprenticeship.
• oProven ability to understand detailed procedures ,concentrate and understand technical drawings and diagrams and diagnose technical faults
• oBe able to demonstrate an ability to manage priorities under pressure
• oBe able to problem solve and rectify faults to fit for purpose standards
• oBe able to demonstrate an ability to manage priorities under pressure

Desirable

• oBe able to demonstrate some continued training across traditional trade groups

Communication

Essential

• oClear and accurate written and verbal communication skills. Able to listen effectively

Desirable

• oAbility to relate to people at all levels within and beyond the Trust

Flexibility

Essential

• oDemonstrate ability to cover in the department and provide reasonable flexibility in terms of hours worked
• oProven ability to adapt to change
• oProven ability to work in a team, be supportive of team members

Learning ability

Essential

• oProven ability to adapt to new ideas, knowledge and skills
• oDevelop the ability to use own initiative and work under supervision

Other skills

Essential

• oProven ability to keep information confidential

Desirable

• oDemonstrable team leading qualities
• oActively seeks to develop their own knowledge, skills and ability
• oHave external interests outside of the scope of the job

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Burnley General Hospital

Casterton Avenue

Burnley

BB10 2PQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://jobs.elht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Senior Clinical Procurement Manager is a senior leadership role that operates within a clinically led procurement model, acting as a bridge between clinical practice and commercial operations, and working in partnership with clinicians to ensure procurement decisions support patient safety, clinical effectiveness and service delivery.

PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Allied Health Professional (HCPC) with substantial post-registration experience.
• CIPS Level 4 or willingness to work towards.
• Evidence of substantial continuing professional development.

Desirable

• Project Management Qualification (such as PRINCE2) or equivalent experience.
• Higher level Management / Leadership Qualifications (such as Honours Degree, Post Grad or Masters) or equivalent experience and academic ability for the demands of the Post.

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in a senior clinical role.
• Experience influencing clinical practice, pathways or product use.
• Experience of working with procurement, product selection or service change.
• Experience of delivering change with maintained of improved patient outcomes.
• Experience of working across multiple stakeholders and managing competing priorities.

Desirable

• Evidence of on-going professional development on specialist Courses.

Physical Skills

Essential

• Advanced keyboard and IT skills, with physical / handeye coordination required to accurately and proficiently use computer systems when manipulating procurement data, drafting complex documentation, and preparing reports.
• Regular use of multiple digital systems, including eprocurement, contract management and financial reporting platforms.
• Ability to travel independently between sites and external meetings as required to support procurement activity and stakeholder engagement.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of Public Procurement Regulations and NHS procurement frameworks.
• Understanding of clinical environments and application of products within patient care.
• Knowledge of governance, finance and risk in an NHS setting.
• Awareness of clinical product regulatory standards (MHRA/UKCA/CE marking).
• Knowledge of infection prevention considerations aligned to clinical products and equipment.
• Knowledge of risk and patient safety principles aligned to clinical products and equipment.
• Advanced commercial and contractual negotiation skills.
• Ability to operate with significant autonomy and professional judgement.
• Ability to apply clinical knowledge to decision making in a non-clinical (procurement) environment.
• Ability to operate with significant autonomy and professional judgement.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage risk and make balanced, evidence-based decisions.

Desirable

• Awareness of NHS or public sector operating environments.

Employer details

Employer name

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)

Address

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.choicesunderland.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page.

The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Person Specification

Education/Qualfications

Essential

• NMC / HCPC registered with Theatre/ scrub experience

Desirable

• Other acute related courses
• Relevant post registration course
• Teaching/ assessing course

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Effective communicator
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to demonstrates a professional attitude at all times

Desirable

• Good knowledge of specialty and the role of the scrub practitioner
• Leadership skills
• Computer skills
• Technical ability for troubleshooting equipment

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a hospital setting
• Experience of working with patients
• Experience of managing workload

Desirable

• Relevant post registration experience
• Experience of working in a theatre team
• Experience of teaching students and junior staff

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues

Trust Values, Equal Opportunities & Other Requirements

Essential

• Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values
• Commitment and adherence to equality, diversity and inclusion

Desirable

• Flexibility, enthusiasm.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Homerton Row

London

E9 6SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)