Job summary Do you want to work in a busy, friendly department? An opportunity has arisen within the Sterile Services Department for two Sterile Services Assistants. The Department is responsible for the cleaning, inspection, assembly, packing, sterilising and distribution of instruments and endoscopes to Wards, Departments and Theatres. We are looking for a friendly, flexible, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to work in our Department. You must have a passion for learning and embracing change. Experience is not necessary as training will be given. Applicants must be able to work within a team, but also on their own initiative. They must have a good eye for detail and be able to stand for long periods Continuous shift rota including days, lates, nights, weekends and bank holidays Unsocial hours are subject to additional payments when specified hours, including nights weekends or bank holidays are undertaken Base Location: Alderney Hospital Interview Date: TBC Main duties of the job Using departmental procedures and best practice which deliver a timely, efficient and cost effective service that meets legislative requirements, to provide decontaminated surgical instruments and equipment which are fit for purpose Responsible for washing, inspecting, packing and sterilising instruments for use in theatre, wards and departments within the Trust. Ensuring the decontamination process has been met and instruments are clean and safe in the right place at the right time About us Our values define who we are as TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues. UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview. Date posted 21 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 153-SU04260 Job locations Alderney Hospital Poole BH12 4NB Job description Job responsibilities To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert Job description Job responsibilities To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert Person Specification Qualifications Desirable NVQ 2 or equivalent in similar industry Experience Essential Be able to use computer system for tracking and tracing Understanding a range of routine working procedures Knowledge Essential Knowledge of instruments across a range of surgical specialities Person Specification Qualifications Desirable NVQ 2 or equivalent in similar industry Experience Essential Be able to use computer system for tracking and tracing Understanding a range of routine working procedures Knowledge Essential Knowledge of instruments across a range of surgical specialities 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 University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust Address Alderney Hospital Poole BH12 4NB Employer's website https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)