Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic band 3 Assistant Simulation Co-ordinator / Administrator to work within a very busy education team.

The post holder will work closely with the Professional Practice / Development Teams and the Medical education teams and will assist in the organisation, administration, and management of the clinical education centre (based in the Undercroft building at MDGH) A key aspect of this role will be providing administrative support to both teams.

Including supporting the Resuscitation officer / MDSO, using several of the trusts IT system including ESR and administration tasks associated with the external business function provided by the team.

Professionalism and excellent communication / customer service skills are a must. You will also be a key person within the simulation team and assist in the physical preparation of the clinical training facilities, supporting the use of the kit during simulated education and help with the on-going maintenance of the training equipment within the department.

Full training on how to use and maintain all the technical equipment will be given.

What are you waiting for, come and join our amazing team.

For informal enquires contact: Alison Lomas, Professional Practice Lead alisonlomas@nhs.net

Main duties of the job

Key Duties/Responsibilities

Administrative duties & responsibilities

  • The post holder will provide directed administrative support to both the Professional Practice & Practice Development teams. Including supporting the Resuscitation officer / MDSO and admin tasks associated with the external business function provided by the team
  • Responsible for the maintenance of stocks of a variety of supplies including clinical supplies and equipment,
  • Act as a point of contact for the management of clinical training facility room bookings
  • Ensuring that the department stationery and equipment stocks are maintained.
  • The maintenance of central filing systems and archiving of relevant material.

    • About us

    Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. An organisation with a real sense of community we actively support and develop our staff to ensure our patients receive the best quality care, delivering the right care first time, every time.

    COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment at this time, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters so that we can manage individual and environmental risks, and so that we can support those who may be undecided about vaccination. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at https://www.eastcheshirehrdirect.nhs.uk .

    Please be aware that this post requires an Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

    Date posted

    16 November 2022

    Pay scheme

    Agenda for change

    Band

    Band 3

    Salary

    £21,730 to £23,177 a year pro rata

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Part-time

    Reference number

    209-A-22-4751033

    Job locations

    Macclesfield District

    General Hospital

    Victoria Road, Macclesfield

    SK103BL

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

    Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

    As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

    We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

    Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

    We look forward to receiving your application.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

    Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

    As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

    We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

    Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

    We look forward to receiving your application.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

  • oGCSE level education
  • oCustomer Service, Health & Social Care or Business Administration Level 2 qualification or equivalent experience

    • Desirable

  • oECDL or equivalent

    • Knowledge and Skills

    Essential

  • oExcellent documentation and record keeping skills
  • oKnowledge of Confidentiality and Data Protection Act
  • oAbility to work effectively independently and as part of a team
  • oAbility to organise and prioritise
  • oAbility to use all Microsoft office packages

    • Desirable

  • oSkilled at operating simulation training equipment
  • oAudit Skills

    • Experience

    Essential

  • oWorking with people at all levels and professions
  • oWorking in an education/training environment
  • oUse of relevant software packages and training equipment

    • Desirable

  • oExperience of simulation as a method of training
  • oExperience of participating in de-briefing and evaluation of learning

    • Other

    Essential

  • Please see person specification for additional criteria

    • Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

  • oGCSE level education
  • oCustomer Service, Health & Social Care or Business Administration Level 2 qualification or equivalent experience

    • Desirable

  • oECDL or equivalent

    • Knowledge and Skills

    Essential

  • oExcellent documentation and record keeping skills
  • oKnowledge of Confidentiality and Data Protection Act
  • oAbility to work effectively independently and as part of a team
  • oAbility to organise and prioritise
  • oAbility to use all Microsoft office packages

    • Desirable

  • oSkilled at operating simulation training equipment
  • oAudit Skills

    • Experience

    Essential

  • oWorking with people at all levels and professions
  • oWorking in an education/training environment
  • oUse of relevant software packages and training equipment

    • Desirable

  • oExperience of simulation as a method of training
  • oExperience of participating in de-briefing and evaluation of learning

    • Other

    Essential

  • Please see person specification for additional criteria

    • 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).

    Additional information

    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).