Job summary Previous applicants need not apply. We are looking for an energetic and motivated individual who genuinely has a desire to work in the speciality of Fit Testing and Infection Prevention and Control. You must be passionate about staff and patient safety, enthusiastic about exploring new ways of working and a team player, to help us deliver our overall Healthcare Associated Infection improvement strategy at South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We are a small team with a supportive administration team providing a 5 -day service. Main duties of the job The post holder will be part of the Fit Testing / IPC Support team undertaking a range of support activities with clinical staff across the Trust. This predominantly includes undertaking fit testing for FFP3 masks to ensure staff are wearing the most suitable mask to keep them safe. The post holder will also provide support, training and audit on IPC including sluice audits, environmental audits etc. Please note this post may close at sufficient applicants. About us Leadership and Improvement Training South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers Novice leadership and improvement training to all new staff to the Trust. Date posted 07 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year Per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 328-CP-6772292 Job locations The James Cook University Hospital Marton Road Middlesbrough TS4 3BW Job description Job responsibilities Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE's A-C (Maths & English) or equivalent qualification or experience NVQ Level 2 in Care (Level 2 Diploma in HealthCare) or able to demonstrate appropriate transferable experience. Desirable Attendance at Novice and leadership improvement sessions within first year of role Experience Essential A team player able to work well with others and demonstrate commitment to team objectives. Desirable Previous experience of working with the public. Knowledge Essential Communicates well in a clear and concise manner and good listening skills and is able to adopt an appropriate style and method of communication. Ability to work effectively in a busy environment. Able to work as part of a team and independently. Ability to use initiative to make a decision within sphere of work and/or knowledge recognising where assistance is required. Desirable Clinical experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided. Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE's A-C (Maths & English) or equivalent qualification or experience NVQ Level 2 in Care (Level 2 Diploma in HealthCare) or able to demonstrate appropriate transferable experience. Desirable Attendance at Novice and leadership improvement sessions within first year of role Experience Essential A team player able to work well with others and demonstrate commitment to team objectives. Desirable Previous experience of working with the public. Knowledge Essential Communicates well in a clear and concise manner and good listening skills and is able to adopt an appropriate style and method of communication. Ability to work effectively in a busy environment. Able to work as part of a team and independently. Ability to use initiative to make a decision within sphere of work and/or knowledge recognising where assistance is required. Desirable Clinical experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided. 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 South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address The James Cook University Hospital Marton Road Middlesbrough TS4 3BW Employer's website https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)