Job summary Here at Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust we provide a full range of district general services, including 24-hour urgent and emergency care, specialist children's services, maternity and community midwifery to the population of North Derbyshire and beyond - more than 400,000 local people. We also offer Royal Primary Care services through three GP practices with eight surgeries between them in Chesterfield and North East Derbyshire. We work closely with our partners across health and care as part of the Joined Up Care Derbyshire system.It is an exciting time to join our Emergency Planning, Resilience and Response team team at Chesterfield Royal that sits as part of our Wider Operational Team. The COVID-19 pandemic has shown just how vital our Emergency Planning function is and we've taken steps to continue to re-structure and grow our dynamic team.This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful foundation trust with a strong commitment to delivering the highest standards of clinical quality, patient care and staff experience. We are looking for individuals who will live our Leading the Chesterfield Way behaviours and ensure these are embedded in our Emergency Planning activities, alongside our Trust strategic priorities and values Main duties of the job The Business Continuity Officer at Chesterfield Royal Hospital Foundation Trust (CRHFT) is essential in enhancing the Trust's readiness for emergencies. This role involves developing emergency response strategies and ensuring compliance with the Civil Contingencies Act 2004. A significant part of the job includes refining and testing response and business continuity plans, ensuring CRHFT can adapt to and manage potential crises effectively. The business continuity officer also supports the delivery of specialized training to staff, preparing them for emergency management and representing CRHFT in regional and national training exercises. Collaborating with stakeholders, the officer plays a pivotal role in developing policies and updating them as per new guidelines. Additionally, they assist in developing business continuity plans across departments, ensuring operational preparedness. The Business Continuity Officer's contributions supports maintaining the high standard of patient care at CRHFT, particularly in emergency situations. About us Chesterfield Royal Hospital's vision is to be a first-class provider of sustainable healthcare services, delivering the best possible care for our patients; and being a great place to work for our people. Our Proud to CARE philosophy supports this vision - and we all play a part in achieving it, by living up to the values we promise to our patients and each other. The hospital is a friendly District General Hospital with the beautiful Peak District on it's doorstep. This post presents a great opportunity to live and work in some of the finest landscape this country has to offer. Major cities such as Sheffield, Leeds, Nottingham and Derby are all within an hour's train journey, and local airports include East Midlands, Manchester and Leeds Bradford, with London within a couple of hours drive. There are excellent schools in the local area, only a few minutes from the hospital, as well as nursery childcare on-site. Date posted 11 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per anum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 166-CS-6988580 Job locations Chesterfield Royal Hospital Calow Chesterfield S44 5BL Job description Job responsibilities The Job Description and person specification is included in the pack with this advert. The main duties involve supporting the Emergency Planning Portfolio at Chesterfield Royal Hospital with the current Emergency Planning Officer. One of the main responsibilities of the role is to ensure that the Business Continuity Plans for the organisations divisions are up to date and compliant with national standards. Job description Job responsibilities The Job Description and person specification is included in the pack with this advert. The main duties involve supporting the Emergency Planning Portfolio at Chesterfield Royal Hospital with the current Emergency Planning Officer. One of the main responsibilities of the role is to ensure that the Business Continuity Plans for the organisations divisions are up to date and compliant with national standards. Person Specification Essential Essential Educated to degree level or equivalent experience Evidence of continuing professional development Good working knowledge of National and local Emergency Planning Processes Ability to work independently Knowledge of EPRR in the health care setting Desirable Diploma in Health Emergency Preparedness Planning HMIMMS Course Shows evidence of Team working Demonstrates self awareness Person Specification Essential Essential Educated to degree level or equivalent experience Evidence of continuing professional development Good working knowledge of National and local Emergency Planning Processes Ability to work independently Knowledge of EPRR in the health care setting Desirable Diploma in Health Emergency Preparedness Planning HMIMMS Course Shows evidence of Team working Demonstrates self awareness 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). Employer details Employer name Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Chesterfield Royal Hospital Calow Chesterfield S44 5BL Employer's website https://www.chesterfieldroyal.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)