About this role
Job summary
Do you want to make a difference? Here is your opportunity to be part of the Screening Pathway Administration Team at Breast Test Wales.
The role will provide an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team, striving to improve patient outcomes and patient care through the delivery of high quality screening to the growing population of Wales.
This post forms part of Breast Test Wales (BTW) Programme, which aims to detect breast cancer at an early stage, thereby ensuring early treatment.
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
Ensureseffective and efficientday to dayoperation ofScreening Pathway function for the programmethrough line management of a team ofScreening Pathway Administratorsresponsibleinviting, helpline support, result processing and pathway failsafe checks which must be done ina consistent and timely way
Responsiblefor thedevelopment and maintenance of detailedoperating procedures as well aswidercomplexfailsafe developmentthroughadetailed understanding of the programme information systemsand participant pathways.
Responsible forquality assurance bydelivering training, undertakingroutine and ad-hoc competency assessments, audits and targeted checksto ensurestaffandoperating proceduresare in line with programme quality standards and wider policy.
About us
We are Public Health Wales - the national public health agency in Wales. Our purpose is 'Working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help everyone in Wales live longer, healthier, happier lives. Together with our partners, we work to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.
Our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the leading source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. In a world facing complex health challenges, our work has never been so important.
We are guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values equality and diversity. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and are supportive of flexible working arrangements, including part time roles and job sharing.
To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/careers/
For guidance on the application process, please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
Job description Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected to have a detailed knowledge of the National Breast Service System (NBSS) in order to ensure participant pathways are managed in line with programme policy.
The post holder will be responsible for maintaining and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
The post holder will be the lead for any project-based work as the need arises and as directed by the All Wales Screening Pathway Manager.
The post holder will be expected to liaise with a range of staff regarding information requirements for effectiveprogramdelivery and performance of the screening pathway processes.
As part of the Screening Pathway function the postholder may be asked to work across Screening Division as required, however their main base will be within Breast Test Wales, Swansea.
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 on Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Graduate or equivalent level 5 qualification in business/administration/management or ability to demonstrate experience of working at this level in relevant field.
Experience Essential
Experience of effective management of staff and leading a team Experience of working to tight deadlines Experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams Understanding and applies the principles of quality assurance systems
Desirable
Experience of working within Public Health or population-based services Previous NHS experience
Skills Essential
Proficient in the use of standard Microsoft software, such as Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint Welsh Language Skills at level 1 Ability to demonstrate understanding and application of our workplace values, together with the underpinning behaviours identified for success in this role Ability to motivate and build effective working relationships across a broad range of disciplines. Excellent inter-personal and communication skills Excellent organisational skills
Desirable
Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
Knowledge Essential
Knowledge of team working and supervisory management Knowledge of quality systems
Desirable
Knowledge of population screening programmes
Other Essential
Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner to meet the needs of the service which may include some longer working days Ability to work across screening programmes as required
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 Public Health Wales
Address Breast Test Wales
24 Heol Alexandra
Abertawe
SA15DY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://phw.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)