Job summary The post holder will provide deputy managerial support to the sterile services manager in the development, implementation and co-ordination of procedures and instructions relating to decontamination and processing of medical devices within sterile services department (SSD). The post holder will be the decontamination deputy for the site, ensuring that all clinical areas are compliant with national and local regulations. The post holder will have responsibility (along with the SSD manager) for the SSD team and will use effective communication skills to be involved in changing plans and goals according to evaluation and review. The post holder will be expected to keep up to date with all legislation/guidelines/procedures for existing and future decontamination requirements. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. Main duties of the job To have responsibility for the operational management of the team and area of responsibility in the absence of the team leader. To assist the SSD manager to ensure appropriate cover for planned and unplanned absence in the department, ensuring there is a correct skill mix to maintain high standards. To help provide managerial leadership to all staff, ensuring that discipline is maintained and all staff have the opportunity to achieve their maximum potential through development and training. Promote inter-professional working relationships within the SSD environment, and between the SSD department and other areas. In the absence of the SSD manager - effectively communicate any managerial oroperational problems to the theatre manager. Communicate complex and sensitive information when dealing with issues of a sensitive or emotional subject specific to BCU staff, external suppliers or auditors. Comply with national and BCUHB policies and procedures relevant to area of work and be aware of impact on other services. Help ensure all staff correctly adhere to national and BCUHB policies andprocedures/guidelines and relevant documentation, Be actively involved in management meetings and, in the absence of the team leader facilitate team meetings to communicate information and ensure effective working and service provision. As delegated by the team leader- lead individual performance reviews for the team. About us If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Date posted 22 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £30,420 to £37,030 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 050-AC064-0125 Job locations Ysbyty Gwynedd Penrhos Road Bangor LL57 2PW Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Person Specification Qualifications/Knowledge Essential Member of the institute of decontamination sciences (IDSC) or willingness to become a full member Degree level education or relevant experience Desirable Knowledge of WHTM 01/10-decontamination guidelines, EN ISO 13485, WHTM 01/01 ECDL Management/leadership qualification Experience Essential Understanding of current standards and requirements for Sterile Services Ability to work independently or as pat of a Team Ability to deal with multi faceted issue sin a stressful environment Desirable Experience of decontamination and sterilisation services Experience/knowledge of undertaking audit, and standard setting IT skills Evidence of experience within a large production environment Resource management Evidence of problem solving and decision making skills Evidence of staff, recruitment and workforce planning Aptitude and Abilities Essential Highly motivated, perceptive and flexible Comfortable and committed to team based working Desirable Ability to speak Welsh Values Essential Empathic, compassionate and diplomatic Excellent communication skills Other Essential Ability to be pro-active and re-active Person Specification Qualifications/Knowledge Essential Member of the institute of decontamination sciences (IDSC) or willingness to become a full member Degree level education or relevant experience Desirable Knowledge of WHTM 01/10-decontamination guidelines, EN ISO 13485, WHTM 01/01 ECDL Management/leadership qualification Experience Essential Understanding of current standards and requirements for Sterile Services Ability to work independently or as pat of a Team Ability to deal with multi faceted issue sin a stressful environment Desirable Experience of decontamination and sterilisation services Experience/knowledge of undertaking audit, and standard setting IT skills Evidence of experience within a large production environment Resource management Evidence of problem solving and decision making skills Evidence of staff, recruitment and workforce planning Aptitude and Abilities Essential Highly motivated, perceptive and flexible Comfortable and committed to team based working Desirable Ability to speak Welsh Values Essential Empathic, compassionate and diplomatic Excellent communication skills Other Essential Ability to be pro-active and re-active 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 Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Address Ysbyty Gwynedd Penrhos Road Bangor LL57 2PW Employer's website https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)