Job summary To work as part of a highly skilled, dedicated team maintaining the high standards of an accredited Sterile Services Department (SSD). To undertake duties across all areas of the Department. You will be part of the senior team in SSD working together to provide a quality service for all staff and patients. This is predominately a production supervisory role which includes teaching and quality control responsibilities within the SSD department.There is a requirement to teach both new staff and existing staff new procedures and quality requirements.The role will ensure all hospital departments have a quality, timely and flexible service from the SSD department.The individual will be expected to work closely with SSD Operational Manager to ensure all quality checks are undertaken and accurate records are kept on a daily basis.The Sterile Services Department is accredited to ISO 13485:2012 which maintains the highest standards of quality and service delivery for the decontamination and sterile service needs of Yeovil District Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and other Healthcare providers.Simply Serve Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary company that has been set up by Yeovil Hospital to manage its non-clinical support services. This may be considered as a developmental roleShift Patterns:Monday to Friday 07:00 -15:00 and 12:00 - 20:00Rostered Saturday shift of 08:00 -16:00 pm.Participation in an on-call rosterThere will be a requirement to work some Bank Holidays. Main duties of the job Supervising the work of all staff in the area under your control in accordance with the agreed operational policies. To support on-going training of both new staff to SSD and to support training of existing staff in new skills as required. To receive training, and ensure staff during production are correctly handling new instrumentation and equipment that is ordered for the department. To prioritise work on a daily basis through effective communication with SSD Operational Manager. To support the quality manager in ensuring all daily quality checks are undertaken and relevant records are accurate and up to date. To report promptly to the SSD Operational Manager any equipment which requires routine or urgent maintenance. About us At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer: Flexible working options to help you balance work and life NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work. We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds. Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy. Date posted 11 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 184-OL-PU-2157 Job locations Yeovil District Hospital Higher Kingston Yeovil Somerset BA21 4AT Job description Job responsibilities To develop an understanding of the instrument tracking system to be able to use on a daily basis and to train others. To ensure that at all times confidential and personal information relating to staff, patients and the Trust is not disclosed within or outside the place of work, except in the proper discharge of duties. Have working knowledge of the instrument tracking system; use to report non-conformity and day to day issues. Be aware of equipment and staffing needs and reporting directly to the quality supervisor/SSD Operational Manager any issues. Be responsible for ensuring the department remains clean and maintained to a satisfactory standard. The cleaning, dismantling / reassembling of instruments received in SSD. Using Hand / eye co-ordination and accuracy to check all instruments prior to the wrapping and packing of trays for sterilisation. To operate and ensure correct testing and use of autoclaves enabling safe sterilisation and traceability. To pack and organise the safe transportation of sterile equipment within and external to the YDH building. To develop a working knowledge of the traceability/quality control IT system, using the system daily to record activity within the department. To work in a safe manner within the dedicated flexible endoscopy decontamination area with due consideration for this specialist, delicate patient equipment. To immediately report to the SSD shift lead any discrepancy regarding defects or the non-return of instruments/equipment from Theatres. To report to SSD Lead immediately any accidents or injuries, and Safeguard in line with Simply Serve Limited Policy. To dispose of all clinical waste according to Simply Serve Limited Policy. To adhere to and carry out procedures in accordance with (iaw) their training and iaw Trust Policy. i.e. Health and Safety & HR Policies To promote and ensure good relationships, communications and team work with all staff teams who are external to and work closely with SSD. To report sickness as per Simply Serve Limited Management of Attendance Policy. Job description Job responsibilities To develop an understanding of the instrument tracking system to be able to use on a daily basis and to train others. To ensure that at all times confidential and personal information relating to staff, patients and the Trust is not disclosed within or outside the place of work, except in the proper discharge of duties. Have working knowledge of the instrument tracking system; use to report non-conformity and day to day issues. Be aware of equipment and staffing needs and reporting directly to the quality supervisor/SSD Operational Manager any issues. Be responsible for ensuring the department remains clean and maintained to a satisfactory standard. The cleaning, dismantling / reassembling of instruments received in SSD. Using Hand / eye co-ordination and accuracy to check all instruments prior to the wrapping and packing of trays for sterilisation. To operate and ensure correct testing and use of autoclaves enabling safe sterilisation and traceability. To pack and organise the safe transportation of sterile equipment within and external to the YDH building. To develop a working knowledge of the traceability/quality control IT system, using the system daily to record activity within the department. To work in a safe manner within the dedicated flexible endoscopy decontamination area with due consideration for this specialist, delicate patient equipment. To immediately report to the SSD shift lead any discrepancy regarding defects or the non-return of instruments/equipment from Theatres. To report to SSD Lead immediately any accidents or injuries, and Safeguard in line with Simply Serve Limited Policy. To dispose of all clinical waste according to Simply Serve Limited Policy. To adhere to and carry out procedures in accordance with (iaw) their training and iaw Trust Policy. i.e. Health and Safety & HR Policies To promote and ensure good relationships, communications and team work with all staff teams who are external to and work closely with SSD. To report sickness as per Simply Serve Limited Management of Attendance Policy. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Supervision or leadership qualification or equivalent demonstrable level of knowledge gained through experience and short courses, or the ability to work towards a supervision or leadership qualification. Desirable Relevant qualification in decontamination or equivalent demonstrable level of knowledge gained through experience and short courses. City & Guilds or other relevant decontamination qualification. Supervision or leadership qualification Experience Essential Competent communication skills both written and verbal. Experience of working within a quality/traceability system. Working in a team, production environment. Desirable Previous experience of working within all areas of an SSD. Teaching experience in any role. Additional Criteria Essential Basic knowledge of standard range of Microsoft Office Programmes Able to use IT equipment and systems Working in a team, production environment Knowledge of quality, traceability systems Understanding of Quality Control Issues Person Specification Qualifications Essential Supervision or leadership qualification or equivalent demonstrable level of knowledge gained through experience and short courses, or the ability to work towards a supervision or leadership qualification. Desirable Relevant qualification in decontamination or equivalent demonstrable level of knowledge gained through experience and short courses. City & Guilds or other relevant decontamination qualification. Supervision or leadership qualification Experience Essential Competent communication skills both written and verbal. Experience of working within a quality/traceability system. Working in a team, production environment. Desirable Previous experience of working within all areas of an SSD. Teaching experience in any role. Additional Criteria Essential Basic knowledge of standard range of Microsoft Office Programmes Able to use IT equipment and systems Working in a team, production environment Knowledge of quality, traceability systems Understanding of Quality Control Issues 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 Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Address Yeovil District Hospital Higher Kingston Yeovil Somerset BA21 4AT Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)