North Bristol NHS Trust provides a range of acute and specialist healthcare services across the Bristol area. Their mission is to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care with a focus on innovation and excellence. Their purpose is to improve health outcomes and patient experiences by offering high-quality care through their hospitals and community services.

Science & Healthcare

North Bristol NHS Trust

You must have project management qualifications, strong stakeholder management skills, change management experience, and a background in healthcare. Analytical and self-developing abilities are essential.

You will lead app rollout, develop project plans, coordinate content, support training, manage risks, resolve technical issues, and ensure user feedback mechanisms are in place.

Bristol

Thank you for your interest in this vacancy! We highly recommend reading our Tips on how to apply page to give you an insight on how applications are scored & shortlisted by our Recruiting Managers. These tips have been provided to give you a better chance of being shortlisted for our vacancies. Please note that if you apply for a position with North Bristol NHS Trust, you may be contacted via TRAC or via email. This includes invites for job interviews. We therefore recommend that you regularly check your TRAC Account and email accounts including junk and spam folders. Our job adverts may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Considering this, if you are interested in this role, please do apply as soon as you can. Generative artificial intelligence (AI) describes algorithms that can be used to produce new content, including audio, code, images, text, simulations, and videos. It is developing all the time and is now being used as a support mechanism for all kinds of content-based creations. Please note the use of AI is monitored and if applicants have used it then they are required to declare this. Job Overview This role will lead the rollout of the MyStaff App across North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT), working within the Corporate Governance team. MyStaff App is an internal tool to help staff access and manage key policies, guidance, and operational information in a user-friendly digital format. The Project Manager will oversee implementation planning, stakeholder engagement, training and communication, content management coordination, and system administration in collaboration with corporate and clinical services. The postholder will coordinate with policy leads, governance groups, digital services, clinical services and communications to ensure a smooth Trust-wide rollout that meets the needs of staff and supports improved policy management and staff engagement. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver a practical and high-impact change that enhances staff access to essential knowledge and contributes to improved compliance and operational effectiveness. The post holder will be working in a dynamic change environment, with tight timescales and with a wide variety of stakeholders. Main duties of the job Within the project, the role holder will be responsible for: Lead the Trust-wide rollout of the MyStaff App in line with agreed timescales and governance. Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, RAID logs, and benefits realisation documentation. Coordinate with content leads to ensure accurate, accessible content is available via the app. Support staff training and engagement, including FAQs, user guides, and helpdesk queries. Provide regular updates to the Corporate Governance team and governance groups. Identify and manage risks and issues, escalating as needed. Work with Digital Services and the app developers to resolve technical issues and support ongoing maintenance. Ensure feedback mechanisms are in place and the app continues to meet user needs. Working for our organisation North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered. North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups. Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities This role will lead the rollout of the MyStaff App across North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT), working within the Corporate Governance team. MyStaff App is an internal tool to help staff access and manage key policies, guidance, and operational information in a user-friendly digital format. The Project Manager will oversee implementation planning, stakeholder engagement, training and communication, content management coordination, and system administration in collaboration with corporate and clinical services. The postholder will coordinate with policy leads, governance groups, digital services, clinical services and communications to ensure a smooth Trust-wide rollout that meets the needs of staff and supports improved policy management and staff engagement. Person specification Essential and Desirable Essential criteria * Qualification in project/programme management e.g. PRINCE 2, MSP, APMP or equivalent * Change management qualification e.g. Lean Six Sigma * Educated to master’s degree level or holds equitable substantial work based experience. * Strong, demonstrable experience of project management, working across teams to ensure customer, staff, quality, financial and efficiency benefits are defined and delivered * Experience of using programme and project management approaches such as PRINCE2 and/ or Managing Successful Programmes (MSP). * Significant experience of managing stakeholders * Experience of developing, tracking and managing both risks and issues * Experience of developing Benefits profiles and then managing the project benefits through the project lifecycle * Experience of the application of change management techniques and best practice through the project lifecycle. * Experience of establishing, preparing for, running and following up project boards * Experience of undertaking Service Improvement projects * Sound knowledge and experience of using office-based IT systems * Demonstrable skills in dealing with a wide and diverse range of professional and managerial staff and others within a multi-agency setting * Significant experience of project/programme management, including experience of managing a range of projects that result in pathway improvements * Experience of delegating appropriately and management of people and performance e.g. awareness of annual appraisals, objectives and personal development plans and the need support junior members of staff * Evidence of continued professional development. * Ability to learn rapidly and track and understand a complex range of multi-faceted activities within individual areas * Ability to self-start, often working with minimal direction from line management or programme SROs * Ability to effectively self-develop through the application of training and courses. * Analytical, creative and solution orientated * Able to effectively manage workload and competing priorities * Able to work under pressure to tight deadlines in the production of high-quality work Desirable criteria * Experience of business process improvement, ideally including benchmarking from analysis of datasets. Experience of data analytics would be advantageous * Experience of working with financial information. * Knowledge of health and social care issues and priorities * Experience of project management in a healthcare setting * Broad understanding of the NHS, its organisation, roles and responsibilities in a changing environment If you apply for this vacancy and have not received a communication from North Bristol NHS Trust within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful. Please note that North Bristol NHS Trust does not reimburse travel expenses relating to interview attendance. If you feel you meet the requirements of the Disability Act / Two Ticks scheme and require further support/advice, please contact us on tel 0117 414 1151. North Bristol NHS Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments. At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT’s workforce at Band 8a and above. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people. Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.

Thank you for your interest in this vacancy! We highly recommend reading our Tips on how to apply page to give you an insight on how applications are scored & shortlisted by our Recruiting Managers. These tips have been provided to give you a better chance of being shortlisted for our vacancies.Please note that if you apply for a position with North Bristol NHS Trust, you may be contacted via TRAC or via email. This includes invites for job interviews. We therefore recommend that you regularly check your TRAC Account and email accounts including junk and spam folders.Our job adverts may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Considering this, if you are interested in this role, please do apply as soon as you can.Generative artificial intelligence (AI) describes algorithms that can be used to produce new content, including audio, code, images, text, simulations, and videos. It is developing all the time and is now being used as a support mechanism for all kinds of content-based creations. Please note the use of AI is monitored and if applicants have used it then they are required to declare this.Job OverviewThis role will lead the rollout of the MyStaff App across North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT), working within the Corporate Governance team.MyStaff App is an internal tool to help staff access and manage key policies, guidance, and operational information in a user-friendly digital format. The Project Manager will oversee implementation planning, stakeholder engagement, training and communication, content management coordination, and system administration in collaboration with corporate and clinical services.The postholder will coordinate with policy leads, governance groups, digital services, clinical services and communications to ensure a smooth Trust-wide rollout that meets the needs of staff and supports improved policy management and staff engagement.This is an exciting opportunity to deliver a practical and high-impact change that enhances staff access to essential knowledge and contributes to improved compliance and operational effectiveness.The post holder will be working in a dynamic change environment, with tight timescales and with a wide variety of stakeholders.Main duties of the jobWithin the project, the role holder will be responsible for:Lead the Trust-wide rollout of the MyStaff App in line with agreed timescales and governance.Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, RAID logs, and benefits realisation documentation.Coordinate with content leads to ensure accurate, accessible content is available via the app.Support staff training and engagement, including FAQs, user guides, and helpdesk queries.Provide regular updates to the Corporate Governance team and governance groups.Identify and manage risks and issues, escalating as needed.Work with Digital Services and the app developers to resolve technical issues and support ongoing maintenance.Ensure feedback mechanisms are in place and the app continues to meet user needs.Working for our organisationNorth Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.Detailed Job Description And Main ResponsibilitiesThis role will lead the rollout of the MyStaff App across North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT), working within the Corporate Governance team.MyStaff App is an internal tool to help staff access and manage key policies, guidance, and operational information in a user-friendly digital format. The Project Manager will oversee implementation planning, stakeholder engagement, training and communication, content management coordination, and system administration in collaboration with corporate and clinical services.The postholder will coordinate with policy leads, governance groups, digital services, clinical services and communications to ensure a smooth Trust-wide rollout that meets the needs of staff and supports improved policy management and staff engagement.Person specificationEssential and DesirableEssential criteria * Qualification in project/programme management e.g. PRINCE 2, MSP, APMP or equivalent * Change management qualification e.g. Lean Six Sigma * Educated to master’s degree level or holds equitable substantial work based experience. * Strong, demonstrable experience of project management, working across teams to ensure customer, staff, quality, financial and efficiency benefits are defined and delivered * Experience of using programme and project management approaches such as PRINCE2 and/ or Managing Successful Programmes (MSP). * Significant experience of managing stakeholders * Experience of developing, tracking and managing both risks and issues * Experience of developing Benefits profiles and then managing the project benefits through the project lifecycle * Experience of the application of change management techniques and best practice through the project lifecycle. * Experience of establishing, preparing for, running and following up project boards * Experience of undertaking Service Improvement projects * Sound knowledge and experience of using office-based IT systems * Demonstrable skills in dealing with a wide and diverse range of professional and managerial staff and others within a multi-agency setting * Significant experience of project/programme management, including experience of managing a range of projects that result in pathway improvements * Experience of delegating appropriately and management of people and performance e.g. awareness of annual appraisals, objectives and personal development plans and the need support junior members of staff * Evidence of continued professional development. * Ability to learn rapidly and track and understand a complex range of multi-faceted activities within individual areas * Ability to self-start, often working with minimal direction from line management or programme SROs * Ability to effectively self-develop through the application of training and courses. * Analytical, creative and solution orientated * Able to effectively manage workload and competing priorities * Able to work under pressure to tight deadlines in the production of high-quality work      Desirable criteria * Experience of business process improvement, ideally including benchmarking from analysis of datasets. Experience of data analytics would be advantageous * Experience of working with financial information. * Knowledge of health and social care issues and priorities * Experience of project management in a healthcare setting * Broad understanding of the NHS, its organisation, roles and responsibilities in a changing environment      If you apply for this vacancy and have not received a communication from North Bristol NHS Trust within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.Please note that North Bristol NHS Trust does not reimburse travel expenses relating to interview attendance.If you feel you meet the requirements of the Disability Act / Two Ticks scheme and require further support/advice, please contact us on tel 0117 414 1151.North Bristol NHS Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments.At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT’s workforce at Band 8a and above. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people.Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.

Project Manager - North Bristol NHS Trust

Thank you for your interest in this vacancy! &lt;strong&gt;We highly recommend reading our Tips on how to apply page to give you an insight on how applications are scored &amp;amp; shortlisted by our Recruiting Managers.&lt;/strong&gt; These tips have been provided to give you a better chance of being shortlisted for our vacancies.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Please note that if you apply for a position with North Bristol NHS Trust, you may be contacted via TRAC or via email. This includes invites for job interviews. We therefore recommend that you regularly check your TRAC Account and email accounts including junk and spam folders.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Our job adverts may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Considering this, if you are interested in this role, please do apply as soon as you can.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Generative artificial intelligence (AI) describes algorithms that can be used to produce new content, including audio, code, images, text, simulations, and videos. It is developing all the time and is now being used as a support mechanism for all kinds of content-based creations. Please note the use of AI is monitored and if applicants have used it then they are required to declare this.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Job Overview&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;This role will lead the rollout of the MyStaff App across North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT), working within the Corporate Governance team.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;MyStaff App is an internal tool to help staff access and manage key policies, guidance, and operational information in a user-friendly digital format. The Project Manager will oversee implementation planning, stakeholder engagement, training and communication, content management coordination, and system administration in collaboration with corporate and clinical services.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The postholder will coordinate with policy leads, governance groups, digital services, clinical services and communications to ensure a smooth Trust-wide rollout that meets the needs of staff and supports improved policy management and staff engagement.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;This is an exciting opportunity to deliver a practical and high-impact change that enhances staff access to essential knowledge and contributes to improved compliance and operational effectiveness.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The post holder will be working in a dynamic change environment, with tight timescales and with a wide variety of stakeholders.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Main duties of the job&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Within the project, the role holder will be responsible for:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Lead the Trust-wide rollout of the MyStaff App in line with agreed timescales and governance.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, RAID logs, and benefits realisation documentation.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Coordinate with content leads to ensure accurate, accessible content is available via the app.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Support staff training and engagement, including FAQs, user guides, and helpdesk queries.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Provide regular updates to the Corporate Governance team and governance groups.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Identify and manage risks and issues, escalating as needed.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Work with Digital Services and the app developers to resolve technical issues and support ongoing maintenance.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Ensure feedback mechanisms are in place and the app continues to meet user needs.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Working for our organisation&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;This role will lead the rollout of the MyStaff App across North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT), working within the Corporate Governance team.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;MyStaff App is an internal tool to help staff access and manage key policies, guidance, and operational information in a user-friendly digital format. The Project Manager will oversee implementation planning, stakeholder engagement, training and communication, content management coordination, and system administration in collaboration with corporate and clinical services.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The postholder will coordinate with policy leads, governance groups, digital services, clinical services and communications to ensure a smooth Trust-wide rollout that meets the needs of staff and supports improved policy management and staff engagement.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Person specification&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Essential and Desirable&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Essential criteria&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Qualification in project/programme management e.g. PRINCE 2, MSP, APMP or equivalent&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Change management qualification e.g. Lean Six Sigma&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Educated to master’s degree level or holds equitable substantial work based experience.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Strong, demonstrable experience of project management, working across teams to ensure customer, staff, quality, financial and efficiency benefits are defined and delivered&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Experience of using programme and project management approaches such as PRINCE2 and/ or Managing Successful Programmes (MSP).&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Significant experience of managing stakeholders&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Experience of developing, tracking and managing both risks and issues&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Experience of developing Benefits profiles and then managing the project benefits through the project lifecycle&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Experience of the application of change management techniques and best practice through the project lifecycle.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Experience of establishing, preparing for, running and following up project boards&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Experience of undertaking Service Improvement projects&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Sound knowledge and experience of using office-based IT systems&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Demonstrable skills in dealing with a wide and diverse range of professional and managerial staff and others within a multi-agency setting&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Significant experience of project/programme management, including experience of managing a range of projects that result in pathway improvements&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Experience of delegating appropriately and management of people and performance e.g. awareness of annual appraisals, objectives and personal development plans and the need support junior members of staff&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Evidence of continued professional development.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ability to learn rapidly and track and understand a complex range of multi-faceted activities within individual areas&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ability to self-start, often working with minimal direction from line management or programme SROs&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ability to effectively self-develop through the application of training and courses.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Analytical, creative and solution orientated&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Able to effectively manage workload and competing priorities&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Able to work under pressure to tight deadlines in the production of high-quality work&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;Desirable criteria&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Experience of business process improvement, ideally including benchmarking from analysis of datasets. Experience of data analytics would be advantageous&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Experience of working with financial information.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Knowledge of health and social care issues and priorities&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Experience of project management in a healthcare setting&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Broad understanding of the NHS, its organisation, roles and responsibilities in a changing environment&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;If you apply for this vacancy and have not received a communication from North Bristol NHS Trust within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Please note that North Bristol NHS Trust does not reimburse travel expenses relating to interview attendance.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;If you feel you meet the requirements of the Disability Act / Two Ticks scheme and require further support/advice, please contact us on tel 0117 414 1151.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;North Bristol NHS Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT’s workforce at Band 8a and above. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;

Project Manager

You must have GCSE-level education, basic hygiene understanding, good communication skills, experience in demanding situations, and the ability to work under pressure in a physically demanding role.

You will decontaminate medical devices, inspect equipment, maintain safety protocols, operate machinery, manage stock, and ensure compliance with quality standards while assisting colleagues and patients.

Healthcare

Facilities Management

Thank you for your interest in this vacancy! We highly recommend reading our Tips on how to apply page to give you an insight on how applications are scored & shortlisted by our Recruiting Managers. These tips have been provided to give you a better chance of being shortlisted for our vacancies. Please note that if you apply for a position with North Bristol NHS Trust, you may be contacted via TRAC or via email. This includes invites for job interviews. We therefore recommend that you regularly check your TRAC Account and email accounts including junk and spam folders. Our job adverts may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Considering this, if you are interested in this role, please do apply as soon as you can. Generative artificial intelligence (AI) describes algorithms that can be used to produce new content, including audio, code, images, text, simulations, and videos. It is developing all the time and is now being used as a support mechanism for all kinds of content-based creations. Please note the use of AI is monitored and if applicants have used it then they are required to declare this. Job Overview * The Decontamination Technician is responsible for providing effective, safe and efficient collection, decontamination (manual cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation) and distribution of re-usable medical devices including flexible endoscopes for use in direct patient care. * Work in co-operation with the Theatres, wards and departments to provide a flexible and efficient service that is responsive to the needs of the patients’ and the Trust. At all times and throughout all production areas, ensuring safe systems are followed that will support patient and staff safety. Main duties of the job Onsite training will be carried out within all areas of the Decontamination Facilities.  You will be required to use keyboards, touch screens and scanners.  To experience repeated periods of intense concentration.  To develop a high degree of manual dexterity, accuracy, precision, and speed.  To push/manoeuvre trolleys, manually handle instruments, sets and stock.  To work while standing for prolonged periods of time.  To understand how to operate a PC, scanners, and label printers in order to operate computerised traceability system.  To develop an extensive knowledge of medical devices and their functions.  To use your initiative for routine and non-routine day-to-day tasks. Working for our organisation North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered. North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups. Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities General  Maintain and develop good relationships with other staff within the department and with our Service Users such as theatres, wards and various other departments.  Behave in a professional manner at all times.  On rotational basis duties include: receiving, disassembly and cleaning of contaminated equipment including the high-level disinfection of flexible endoscopes.  To inspect, test, assemble, pack, sterilize and distribute instruments, endoscopes and equipment for supply to customers, wards, departments, theatres and external customers.  To assess and approve work of colleagues and others.  To record all the essential stages of the decontamination/sterilisation process.  Operate and test all equipment within the department.  To make a diagnosis of daily test results on machinery used in Decontamination Facilities and inform relevant personnel if results are contrary to the required standards; ISO 13485, HTMs, MDD 93/42/EEC and Health & Safety.  Carry out functionality tests on all re-usable medical devices.  To record and process the test results and demonstrate compliance, so as to enable audits and facilitate analysis.  Participate in Department and Trust wide audits when requested by the Decontamination Manager and support the introduction of any changes in practice shown to improve standards.  Assist with Planned Preventive Maintenance.  Carry out all duties in line with the Trust’s Health and Safety policies.  Carry out all duties in line with the Department’s accredited Quality System.  Receive and document goods and equipment, check delivery notes against goods delivered for accuracy and record non-conformances.  Assist in restocking of supplies and record all information required.  Carry out assigned clerical tasks as required.  Mentoring / training of new colleagues and less experienced members of staff.  Keep areas clean and tidy; maintain a safe and compliant environment.  Deliver the workload within the agreed time and to the required customer service level agreement.  Prioritise, depending on customer requirements to ensure, minimal disruption to patient care e.g., surgical lists and trust waiting list initiatives/targets.  Pushing/manoeuvring trolleys, manual handling of instrument sets and stock.  To have an understanding of how to escalate any problems or emergency relating to decontamination equipment to the Team Leaders/Production Coordinators or Managers.  To contribute to ensuring that quality assurance and production controls systems are maintained in accordance with work instructions.  To report all customer complaints to the Quality Manager or Production Manager.  To attend any training as required.  To participate in performance and development review.  To work alongside organisational colleagues in order to contribute to the NBT’s vision and values “Exceptional healthcare, personally delivered” and to contribute fully towards Facilities objectives, divisional and departmental delivery plans. Raw Material Store & Endoscopy Storerooms  Process orders using correct documentation; ensure rotation of stocks, removal of external packaging.  Pushing/manoeuvring trolleys, manual handling of instrument sets and stock.  Take part in stock take exercises when required.  Comply with legislation relating to required storage conditions e.g., temperature, humidity, COSHH and manual handling.  Responsible for maintaining levels of stock and the raising of orders for raw materials. Washrooms  Carry out daily test & maintenance on all Washer/Disinfectors, Trolley Washers, Niagara SI Ultrasonic WDs, Medisafe Ultrasonic Cleaner and Automatic Endoscope Reprocesses (AERs) and record the test results to demonstrate compliance, so as to enable audits and facilitate analysis.  Follow Washroom protocols and standard operating procedures all the time.  To log all incoming set, scopes and instruments into the department via the Fingerprint Tracker computer system and prioritise workload.  To check that all equipment is present and correct.  Report any discrepancies to the customer and the Team Leader/Production Coordinator immediately.  Complete the relevant documents for non-conformances.  To wash and decontaminate medical devices according to the departments policies and procedures, particularly Health and safety and Control of Infection.  To take delivery of and process unique specialist loan medical device for use in complex clinical procedures, following the manufacturers’ instructions.  To be able to recognise single use equipment and dispose of as appropriate.  Deal with customers’ queries and reschedule workload as Fast Track items as received.  Receive and document contaminated equipment, check delivery notes against equipment delivered for accuracy and record non-conformances (NCR) where necessary.  Adhere to specified levels of Personal Protective equipment and universal precaution for Cytotoxic, NICE Guidance & CJD (Creutzfeldt - Jakob Disease) Policies.  Disposal of waste bags to include clinical waste, sharps containers, linen bags, and fluids. Inspection Assembly and Packing (IAP) Room & Endoscopy Clean Room  Take readings and record environmental checks on air handling units.  Test and record results of heat sealers and diathermy testers.  Undertake quality checks for cleanliness and functionality before packing to agreed specifications.  Pack sets and instruments using various designs of wrappings/containers in such a way as to ensure an effective sterile field for up to one year after sterilisation.  The packer will sign the tray lists of instruments/apparatus, therefore accepting final responsibility for work undertaken.  Deal with clinical user queries and reschedule workload when Fast track items are received.  Visual checks are carried out on all wash cycles to ensure correct parameters are achieved, if these are not achieved wash load is failed on traceability system and returned for reprocessing.  To include tamper proof security seals, sterilizing indicators and wrapping materials.  Assist in restocking of supplies and record all information required.  Comply with Gowning room procedure.  Deliver the workload within the agreed time and to the required customer service level agreement.  Prioritise depending on customer requirements to ensure minimal disruption to patient care e.g., surgical lists and trust waiting list initiatives/targets.  A technician working in Endoscopy Decontamination Unit (EDU) will scan the endoscopes out of the washers and for their subsequent despatch to the end user, therefore accepting final responsibility for work undertaken. Sterilisers  Test all sterilisers within the department in accordance with the departmental Quality Control Procedures.  To record and process the test results and demonstrate compliance, so as to enable audits and facilitate analysis.  Process instruments using sterilisers, maintaining safe working practice at all times, use correct PPE when necessary.  Deliver the workload within the agreed time and to the required customer service level agreement.  Prioritise workload depending on customer requirements to ensure minimal disruption to patient care e.g., surgical lists and trust waiting list initiatives/targets.  Inspect sets/instruments on a regular basis to ensure integrity of loads i.e., visual indicators.  To raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCR’s) where necessary.  Categorise all sets/instruments into appropriate areas for despatch. Person specification Shortlisting Criteria Essential criteria * Able to read and write & understand written and verbal instructions in English Language * Good general education to GCSE level or equivalent * Understanding of basic hygiene * Experience of dealing with demanding situations * Ability to work under pressure at a fast pace in a physically demanding environment, requiring manual handling * Possess good communication skills (both verbal and written) with a confident and approachable manner when dealing with colleagues & various service users * Team player with a professional outlook * Health and physical abilities sufficient for the post (if necessary, with reasonable adjustments with respect to the Equality Act/Disability Discrimination Act) If you apply for this vacancy and have not received a communication from North Bristol NHS Trust within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful. Please note that North Bristol NHS Trust does not reimburse travel expenses relating to interview attendance. If you feel you meet the requirements of the Disability Act / Two Ticks scheme and require further support/advice, please contact us on tel 0117 414 1151. North Bristol NHS Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments. At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT’s workforce at Band 8a and above. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people. Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.

Thank you for your interest in this vacancy! We highly recommend reading our Tips on how to apply page to give you an insight on how applications are scored & shortlisted by our Recruiting Managers. These tips have been provided to give you a better chance of being shortlisted for our vacancies.Please note that if you apply for a position with North Bristol NHS Trust, you may be contacted via TRAC or via email. This includes invites for job interviews. We therefore recommend that you regularly check your TRAC Account and email accounts including junk and spam folders.Our job adverts may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Considering this, if you are interested in this role, please do apply as soon as you can.Generative artificial intelligence (AI) describes algorithms that can be used to produce new content, including audio, code, images, text, simulations, and videos. It is developing all the time and is now being used as a support mechanism for all kinds of content-based creations. Please note the use of AI is monitored and if applicants have used it then they are required to declare this.Job Overview * The Decontamination Technician is responsible for providing effective, safe and efficient collection, decontamination (manual cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation) and distribution of re-usable medical devices including flexible endoscopes for use in direct patient care. * Work in co-operation with the Theatres, wards and departments to provide a flexible and efficient service that is responsive to the needs of the patients’ and the Trust.      At all times and throughout all production areas, ensuring safe systems are followed that will support patient and staff safety.Main duties of the jobOnsite training will be carried out within all areas of the Decontamination Facilities. You will be required to use keyboards, touch screens and scanners. To experience repeated periods of intense concentration. To develop a high degree of manual dexterity, accuracy, precision, and speed. To push/manoeuvre trolleys, manually handle instruments, sets and stock. To work while standing for prolonged periods of time. To understand how to operate a PC, scanners, and label printers in order to operate computerised traceability system. To develop an extensive knowledge of medical devices and their functions. To use your initiative for routine and non-routine day-to-day tasks.Working for our organisationNorth Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.Detailed Job Description And Main ResponsibilitiesGeneral Maintain and develop good relationships with other staff within the department and with our Service Users such as theatres, wards and various other departments. Behave in a professional manner at all times. On rotational basis duties include: receiving, disassembly and cleaning of contaminated equipment including the high-level disinfection of flexible endoscopes. To inspect, test, assemble, pack, sterilize and distribute instruments, endoscopes and equipment for supply to customers, wards, departments, theatres and external customers. To assess and approve work of colleagues and others. To record all the essential stages of the decontamination/sterilisation process. Operate and test all equipment within the department. To make a diagnosis of daily test results on machinery used in Decontamination Facilities and inform relevant personnel if results are contrary to the required standards; ISO 13485, HTMs, MDD 93/42/EEC and Health & Safety. Carry out functionality tests on all re-usable medical devices. To record and process the test results and demonstrate compliance, so as to enable audits and facilitate analysis. Participate in Department and Trust wide audits when requested by the Decontamination Manager and support the introduction of any changes in practice shown to improve standards. Assist with Planned Preventive Maintenance. Carry out all duties in line with the Trust’s Health and Safety policies. Carry out all duties in line with the Department’s accredited Quality System. Receive and document goods and equipment, check delivery notes against goods delivered for accuracy and record non-conformances. Assist in restocking of supplies and record all information required. Carry out assigned clerical tasks as required. Mentoring / training of new colleagues and less experienced members of staff. Keep areas clean and tidy; maintain a safe and compliant environment. Deliver the workload within the agreed time and to the required customer service level agreement. Prioritise, depending on customer requirements to ensure, minimal disruption to patient care e.g., surgical lists and trust waiting list initiatives/targets. Pushing/manoeuvring trolleys, manual handling of instrument sets and stock. To have an understanding of how to escalate any problems or emergency relating to decontamination equipment to the Team Leaders/Production Coordinators or Managers. To contribute to ensuring that quality assurance and production controls systems are maintained in accordance with work instructions. To report all customer complaints to the Quality Manager or Production Manager. To attend any training as required. To participate in performance and development review. To work alongside organisational colleagues in order to contribute to the NBT’s vision and values “Exceptional healthcare, personally delivered” and to contribute fully towards Facilities objectives, divisional and departmental delivery plans.Raw Material Store & Endoscopy Storerooms Process orders using correct documentation; ensure rotation of stocks, removal of external packaging. Pushing/manoeuvring trolleys, manual handling of instrument sets and stock. Take part in stock take exercises when required. Comply with legislation relating to required storage conditions e.g., temperature, humidity, COSHH and manual handling. Responsible for maintaining levels of stock and the raising of orders for raw materials.Washrooms Carry out daily test & maintenance on all Washer/Disinfectors, Trolley Washers, Niagara SI Ultrasonic WDs, Medisafe Ultrasonic Cleaner and Automatic Endoscope Reprocesses (AERs) and record the test results to demonstrate compliance, so as to enable audits and facilitate analysis. Follow Washroom protocols and standard operating procedures all the time. To log all incoming set, scopes and instruments into the department via the Fingerprint Tracker computer system and prioritise workload. To check that all equipment is present and correct. Report any discrepancies to the customer and the Team Leader/Production Coordinator immediately. Complete the relevant documents for non-conformances. To wash and decontaminate medical devices according to the departments policies and procedures, particularly Health and safety and Control of Infection. To take delivery of and process unique specialist loan medical device for use in complex clinical procedures, following the manufacturers’ instructions. To be able to recognise single use equipment and dispose of as appropriate. Deal with customers’ queries and reschedule workload as Fast Track items as received. Receive and document contaminated equipment, check delivery notes against equipment delivered for accuracy and record non-conformances (NCR) where necessary. Adhere to specified levels of Personal Protective equipment and universal precaution for Cytotoxic, NICE Guidance & CJD (Creutzfeldt - Jakob Disease) Policies. Disposal of waste bags to include clinical waste, sharps containers, linen bags, and fluids.Inspection Assembly and Packing (IAP) Room & Endoscopy Clean Room Take readings and record environmental checks on air handling units. Test and record results of heat sealers and diathermy testers. Undertake quality checks for cleanliness and functionality before packing to agreed specifications. Pack sets and instruments using various designs of wrappings/containers in such a way as to ensure an effective sterile field for up to one year after sterilisation. The packer will sign the tray lists of instruments/apparatus, therefore accepting final responsibility for work undertaken. Deal with clinical user queries and reschedule workload when Fast track items are received. Visual checks are carried out on all wash cycles to ensure correct parameters are achieved, if these are not achieved wash load is failed on traceability system and returned for reprocessing. To include tamper proof security seals, sterilizing indicators and wrapping materials. Assist in restocking of supplies and record all information required. Comply with Gowning room procedure. Deliver the workload within the agreed time and to the required customer service level agreement. Prioritise depending on customer requirements to ensure minimal disruption to patient care e.g., surgical lists and trust waiting list initiatives/targets. A technician working in Endoscopy Decontamination Unit (EDU) will scan the endoscopes out of the washers and for their subsequent despatch to the end user, therefore accepting final responsibility for work undertaken.Sterilisers Test all sterilisers within the department in accordance with the departmental Quality Control Procedures. To record and process the test results and demonstrate compliance, so as to enable audits and facilitate analysis. Process instruments using sterilisers, maintaining safe working practice at all times, use correct PPE when necessary. Deliver the workload within the agreed time and to the required customer service level agreement. Prioritise workload depending on customer requirements to ensure minimal disruption to patient care e.g., surgical lists and trust waiting list initiatives/targets. Inspect sets/instruments on a regular basis to ensure integrity of loads i.e., visual indicators. To raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCR’s) where necessary. Categorise all sets/instruments into appropriate areas for despatch.Person specificationShortlisting CriteriaEssential criteria * Able to read and write & understand written and verbal instructions in English Language * Good general education to GCSE level or equivalent * Understanding of basic hygiene * Experience of dealing with demanding situations * Ability to work under pressure at a fast pace in a physically demanding environment, requiring manual handling * Possess good communication skills (both verbal and written) with a confident and approachable manner when dealing with colleagues & various service users * Team player with a professional outlook * Health and physical abilities sufficient for the post (if necessary, with reasonable adjustments with respect to the Equality Act/Disability Discrimination Act)      If you apply for this vacancy and have not received a communication from North Bristol NHS Trust within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.Please note that North Bristol NHS Trust does not reimburse travel expenses relating to interview attendance.If you feel you meet the requirements of the Disability Act / Two Ticks scheme and require further support/advice, please contact us on tel 0117 414 1151.North Bristol NHS Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments.At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT’s workforce at Band 8a and above. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people.Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.

Assistant Technical Officer (ATO) - North Bristol NHS Trust

Assistant Technical Officer (ATO)

You should have GCSE/O level education, supply chain knowledge, strong communication and numerical skills, office experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Flexibility, problem-solving, and a team ethic are essential.

You will manage stock levels, assist staff with orders, maintain records, ensure accurate deliveries, process purchase orders, and resolve queries related to materials management.

Customer Relations

Logistics

Thank you for your interest in this vacancy! We highly recommend reading our Tips on how to apply page to give you an insight on how applications are scored & shortlisted by our Recruiting Managers. These tips have been provided to give you a better chance of being shortlisted for our vacancies. Please note that if you apply for a position with North Bristol NHS Trust, you may be contacted via TRAC or via email. This includes invites for job interviews. We therefore recommend that you regularly check your TRAC Account and email accounts including junk and spam folders. Our job adverts may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Considering this, if you are interested in this role, please do apply as soon as you can. Generative artificial intelligence (AI) describes algorithms that can be used to produce new content, including audio, code, images, text, simulations, and videos. It is developing all the time and is now being used as a support mechanism for all kinds of content-based creations. Please note the use of AI is monitored and if applicants have used it then they are required to declare this. Job Overview The job has two main purposes: * Effective materials management for service users. * Reviewing and maintaining optimum stock levels of all products to be materially managed. Main duties of the job Knowledge * Educated to GSCE ‘O’ level/ONC standard in English and Mathematics. * Proficient with PC, with knowledge of Microsoft Office packages e.g., Outlook, Word and Excel. Training * Good inter-personal skills and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively, daily at all levels i.e., with management, members of staff, service stakeholders, BWPC staff, service end users, Trust clinical staff, local budget holders and suppliers. Experience * Experience within a supply chain/logistics environment. * Experience within a customer facing role, such as retail or hospitality. Working for our organisation North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered. North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups. Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities * Replenish goods at ward, theatre and departmental level using bar code systems as appropriate, adhering to PAR levels implemented by the Supply Chain Analyst. * Assist Trust clinical staff, end users and local budget holders with maintaining optimum stock levels for all departments ensuring an optimum inventory within the system. * Establish clear priorities, highlight trends, initiate any corrective action, and carry out any special exercises as required to ensure the integrity of the materials management process. Report all exceptions to the Supply Chain Analyst as appropriate. * To adhere to the scanning schedule issued by the Supply Chain Analyst at all times. * Maintain and update labelling and records both electronically, and in physical materials management locations. This includes responding to all product conversions before further scans of an affected area are carried out. * Support the implementation of e-procurement including electronic catalogues and inventory management. * Ensure deliveries of goods are accurate, on time and stored in a professional manner. * Provide monthly stock count figures to all requisition points designated when required. * Ensure the cleanliness of all storerooms managed by the MM service and that all waste generated by unpacking a delivery is disposed of appropriately. * Process purchase orders and assist with the purchasing process as necessary. * Assist with the maintenance of records and the provision of statistical information as required. Ensure that all templates are accurate and up to date at all times. * Answer the telephone; take messages and action as appropriate. * Attend team meetings and feedback sessions as requested. * Regular interaction with the AGV system, both as a user, and to ensure service continuity. * To ensure that expired and wasted stock is logged with the value recorded as applicable. * Resolve day to day materials management queries raised by wards, theatres, or departments. * Chase outstanding orders by liaising with procurement or directly with the supplier. * Operate office equipment provided appropriate to the task allocated. * To ensure all goods ordered are on EROS, and all staff requesting new products do so via appropriate channels. Person specification Shortlisting criteria Essential criteria * Educated to GCSE/ O level * Knowledge of “Supply Chains” * Good communication skills * Able to work under own initiative * Good time management and organisation skills * Numerical skills * Problem solving skills * Proficient with PC, with knowledge of Microsoft packages e.g., Outlook, Word and Excel * Strong team ethic * Flexible approach to working hours and location * Attention to detail Desirable criteria * Experience of working in an office environment * Supply chain experience * Experience within a customer facing role, such as retail or hospitality If you apply for this vacancy and have not received a communication from North Bristol NHS Trust within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful. Please note that North Bristol NHS Trust does not reimburse travel expenses relating to interview attendance. If you feel you meet the requirements of the Disability Act / Two Ticks scheme and require further support/advice, please contact us on tel 0117 414 1151. North Bristol NHS Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments. At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT’s workforce at Band 8a and above. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people. Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.

Thank you for your interest in this vacancy! We highly recommend reading our Tips on how to apply page to give you an insight on how applications are scored & shortlisted by our Recruiting Managers. These tips have been provided to give you a better chance of being shortlisted for our vacancies.Please note that if you apply for a position with North Bristol NHS Trust, you may be contacted via TRAC or via email. This includes invites for job interviews. We therefore recommend that you regularly check your TRAC Account and email accounts including junk and spam folders.Our job adverts may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Considering this, if you are interested in this role, please do apply as soon as you can.Generative artificial intelligence (AI) describes algorithms that can be used to produce new content, including audio, code, images, text, simulations, and videos. It is developing all the time and is now being used as a support mechanism for all kinds of content-based creations. Please note the use of AI is monitored and if applicants have used it then they are required to declare this.Job OverviewThe job has two main purposes: * Effective materials management for service users. * Reviewing and maintaining optimum stock levels of all products to be materially managed.      Main duties of the jobKnowledge * Educated to GSCE ‘O’ level/ONC standard in English and Mathematics. * Proficient with PC, with knowledge of Microsoft Office packages e.g., Outlook, Word and Excel.      Training * Good inter-personal skills and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively, daily at all levels i.e., with management, members of staff, service stakeholders, BWPC staff, service end users, Trust clinical staff, local budget holders and suppliers.      Experience * Experience within a supply chain/logistics environment. * Experience within a customer facing role, such as retail or hospitality.      Working for our organisationNorth Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities * Replenish goods at ward, theatre and departmental level using bar code systems as appropriate, adhering to PAR levels implemented by the Supply Chain Analyst. * Assist Trust clinical staff, end users and local budget holders with maintaining optimum stock levels for all departments ensuring an optimum inventory within the system. * Establish clear priorities, highlight trends, initiate any corrective action, and carry out any special exercises as required to ensure the integrity of the materials management process. Report all exceptions to the Supply Chain Analyst as appropriate. * To adhere to the scanning schedule issued by the Supply Chain Analyst at all times. * Maintain and update labelling and records both electronically, and in physical materials management locations. This includes responding to all product conversions before further scans of an affected area are carried out. * Support the implementation of e-procurement including electronic catalogues and inventory management. * Ensure deliveries of goods are accurate, on time and stored in a professional manner. * Provide monthly stock count figures to all requisition points designated when required. * Ensure the cleanliness of all storerooms managed by the MM service and that all waste generated by unpacking a delivery is disposed of appropriately. * Process purchase orders and assist with the purchasing process as necessary. * Assist with the maintenance of records and the provision of statistical information as required. Ensure that all templates are accurate and up to date at all times. * Answer the telephone; take messages and action as appropriate. * Attend team meetings and feedback sessions as requested. * Regular interaction with the AGV system, both as a user, and to ensure service continuity. * To ensure that expired and wasted stock is logged with the value recorded as applicable. * Resolve day to day materials management queries raised by wards, theatres, or departments. * Chase outstanding orders by liaising with procurement or directly with the supplier. * Operate office equipment provided appropriate to the task allocated. * To ensure all goods ordered are on EROS, and all staff requesting new products do so via appropriate channels.      Person specificationShortlisting criteriaEssential criteria * Educated to GCSE/ O level * Knowledge of “Supply Chains” * Good communication skills * Able to work under own initiative * Good time management and organisation skills * Numerical skills * Problem solving skills * Proficient with PC, with knowledge of Microsoft packages e.g., Outlook, Word and Excel * Strong team ethic * Flexible approach to working hours and location * Attention to detail      Desirable criteria * Experience of working in an office environment * Supply chain experience * Experience within a customer facing role, such as retail or hospitality      If you apply for this vacancy and have not received a communication from North Bristol NHS Trust within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.Please note that North Bristol NHS Trust does not reimburse travel expenses relating to interview attendance.If you feel you meet the requirements of the Disability Act / Two Ticks scheme and require further support/advice, please contact us on tel 0117 414 1151.North Bristol NHS Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments.At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT’s workforce at Band 8a and above. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people.Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.

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