Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated person to join our busy Sewing Room team! In this role, you'll support the provision of an efficient, full Sewing Room service to include uniform issues, alterations & repairs and bespoke manufacturing services to Trust staff, patients, Linen Services Department service users and the general public. Our Linen Services Department is a key function within the Estates and Facilities Division, processing circa 325,000 items of healthcare linen per week, servicing NHS Trusts and Units across the South West area.
Main duties of the job
As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
Job responsibilities
This role involves undertaking general repairs on a variety of linen items, application of labels and issuing uniform to members of staff. There will be a requirement to carry out repairs or alterations to garments/items belonging to staff, patients or the general public, as well as manufacturing a small range of personalised gifts. A key aspect of the role is the need to operate an embroidery machine to manufacture items from patterns and proven skills in sewing/alteration tasks.
What We're Looking For:
* You’ll work as part of a small team of experienced individuals: this job is perfect for someone with a hands-on approach, a keen eye and strong attention to detail.
* A familiarity in the use of electronic sewing machines & equipment, preferably in an industrial environment, would be advantageous.
* Maintaining records on PC based office software and use of e-mail, therefore a minimum basic level of IT skills is essential.
* Adaptability and Teamwork; a flexible attitude, ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently to meet changing priorities and deadlines.
* Being comfortable interacting and conversing with all levels of clinical staff and members of the public, therefore a good level of interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
Short listed applicants will be required to demonstrate their ability at interview. We are keen to support the successful applicant with their ongoing professional development to ensure you're fully equipped for the role.
Working Pattern: Monday - Friday 37.5 hours.
Interview Date: Wednesday 29th January 2025
For further information please contact: Steven Everett, Office Manager on steven.everett@nhs.net or Lisa Schuster-Wood, Linen Services Production Manager on lisa.schuster-wood@nhs.net
Alternatively contact either of the above on 01392 403070 or by email: rde-tr.linenservices@nhs.net
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
This role 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.
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