Job summary This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the 'ECT Family' this includes currentEast Cheshire NHS Trust employees,both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic individual to support the efficient management and development of medical revalidation, appraisal and job planning processes within the Trust. The role will work closely with the Trust's Responsible Officer and Medical Appraisal Lead to ensure all processes are effectively managed, and to provide a seamless service to doctors at the Trust. The post holder will be expected to exercise considerable initiative and independent judgement with minimum supervision, ensuring that they exercise a high degree of tact, diplomacy and confidentiality at all times. Hours per week: 37.5 (2 remote days per week (if desired). Main duties of the job Responsible to the Medical Workforce Manager and accountable to the Responsible Officer for revalidation and appraisal, the post holder will be responsible for the efficient and comprehensive management and development of Revalidation and Appraisal processes within the Trust, which will subsequently, assure the Trust Board of Directors of the safety and effectiveness of medical professionals. Ensuring timely and accurate information is provided to the Trust Revalidation Responsible Officer. The post will also play a key role in medical job planning, supporting the Medical Workforce Manager to implement the job planning policy and procedures across the Trust. The postholder will be expected to exercise considerable initiative and independent judgement with minimum supervision, ensuring that they exercise a high degree of tact, diplomacy and confidentiality at all times. About us It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve. COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring. Date posted 22 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Home or remote working Reference number 209-A-25-6916578 Job locations Macclesfield District General Hospital Victoria Road, Macclesfield SK10 3BL Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. We look forward to receiving your application. Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. We look forward to receiving your application. Person Specification Person Specification Essential Degree or equivalent experience Excellent IT and communication skills Capable of working alone and using own initiative, making decisions as necessary Demonstrates a high standard of accuracy Ability to deal with Doctors or others in difficulty Evidence of using diplomacy or tact Desirable Experience working in a HR/revalidation role within the NHS Knowledge/experience of the appraisal, revalidation and job planning processes Project management skills Person Specification Person Specification Essential Degree or equivalent experience Excellent IT and communication skills Capable of working alone and using own initiative, making decisions as necessary Demonstrates a high standard of accuracy Ability to deal with Doctors or others in difficulty Evidence of using diplomacy or tact Desirable Experience working in a HR/revalidation role within the NHS Knowledge/experience of the appraisal, revalidation and job planning processes Project management skills 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 East Cheshire NHS Trust Address Macclesfield District General Hospital Victoria Road, Macclesfield SK10 3BL Employer's website https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)