Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Rota Co-Ordinator to join our team 22.5 hours per week Monday, Wednesday and Fridays. The role will be based at Musgrove Park Hospital but will include cross county working at Yeovil District Hospital. The post holder will be responsible for producing and co-ordinating medical staff rotas and actioning all forms of leave for doctors, including consultants, across the department. Main duties of the job It is essential that the successful candidate can work well under pressure, always maintaining a pleasant and professional attitude. Have excellent communication and inter-personal skills that enables them to liaise with the wider Paediatric teams across each site. Experience in a Rota Coordinator role or a similar NHS role would be advantageous but not essential. Managing Paediatric Rotas and overseeing Leave Management, identifying gaps and providing cover, recording periods of leave and developing close working relationships with wider Paediatric Teams. Participate in team and Trust meetings as requested 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 08 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year 22.5 hours per week. Monday, Wednesday and Fridays Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 184-OL-GR-2322 Job locations Musgrove Park Hospital Musgrove Road Taunton Somerset TA1 5DA Yeovil District Hospital Higher Kingston Yeovil Somerset BA21 4AT Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good standard of General EducationDemonstrated commitment to further education or trainingFull range of Administrative Skills.Computer Literacy (RSA II /ECDL or Equivalent experience) Experience Essential Excellent Administrative skillsExcellent Organisational skillsExcellent Communication skillsNegotiation and Persuasion skillsLeadership skillsHighly motivated and able to work autonomously using own initiativeProfessional attitude, approachable and enthusiasticUnderstanding of GDPRAbility to work under pressureAssertiveness and diplomacyTeam playerAttention to detail, must be able to concentrate in situations where frequent interruptions are likelyAble to deal with unexpected situations Desirable Knowledge and skills in general and human resource managementKnowledge of medical policies and terms and conditionsKnowledge of rosteringKnowledge of the Allocate system Additional Criteria Essential Demonstrable experience working in an administrative positionWorking knowledge and excellent understanding of the NHS/Healthcare SectorCompetent in Administrative/Clerical proceduresEvidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skillsWorking knowledge of Working Time Directive, New Deal & National Terms and ConditionsUnderstanding of Resident Doctors grades and training needsUnderstanding of how to implement working rotas. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good standard of General EducationDemonstrated commitment to further education or trainingFull range of Administrative Skills.Computer Literacy (RSA II /ECDL or Equivalent experience) Experience Essential Excellent Administrative skillsExcellent Organisational skillsExcellent Communication skillsNegotiation and Persuasion skillsLeadership skillsHighly motivated and able to work autonomously using own initiativeProfessional attitude, approachable and enthusiasticUnderstanding of GDPRAbility to work under pressureAssertiveness and diplomacyTeam playerAttention to detail, must be able to concentrate in situations where frequent interruptions are likelyAble to deal with unexpected situations Desirable Knowledge and skills in general and human resource managementKnowledge of medical policies and terms and conditionsKnowledge of rosteringKnowledge of the Allocate system Additional Criteria Essential Demonstrable experience working in an administrative positionWorking knowledge and excellent understanding of the NHS/Healthcare SectorCompetent in Administrative/Clerical proceduresEvidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skillsWorking knowledge of Working Time Directive, New Deal & National Terms and ConditionsUnderstanding of Resident Doctors grades and training needsUnderstanding of how to implement working rotas. 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 Musgrove Park Hospital Musgrove Road Taunton Somerset TA1 5DA Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)