About this role
Job summary
Permanent | Part Time
Are you an organised and proactive leader with excellent attention to detail?
We are looking for an EDMS Team Leader to support the delivery of our patient health records scanning service. You will play a key role in ensuring high standards of quality, undertaking daily quality assurance checks and monitoring performance against Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Key Requirements:
Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Experience of quality assurance, performance monitoring or document management processes. Ability to work independently and support a team in a fast-paced environment. Working Pattern:Monday to Friday, 4:00pm to 8:00pm.
If you are a motivated individual who enjoys leading by example and driving service quality, we'd love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Service Co-ordinator some of your responsibilities will include:
Being the first point of contact for the Supervisor and Service Co-Ordinator (E-Systems) for all EDMS day to day concerns. You will produce and maintain reports, utilise Microsoft Excel and document management systems, and support the smooth running of the service. You will also provide day-to-day support to the evening team and help cover operational duties when required. Ensure that policies, protocols and procedures for the work of the department are followed.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Job description Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
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Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training Essential
Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent experience
Desirable
NVQ Level 2 in Customer Service NVQ Level 2 in Administration or equivalent acquired experience
Experience Essential
Experience of undertaking general office duties Previous experience of working with the general public
Desirable
Previous experience of clerical work gained withing a health service environment Previous experience of working in a Scanning or Medical Records department
Knowledge & Skills Essential
Experience of Filing Experience of Customer Care Experience of Computer literacy with accurate keyboard skills Commitment to supporting a caring environment
Desirable
Working knowledge of Patient Administration System Working knowledge of of hospital administrative processes and practices
Personal Attributes Essential
Attention to detail Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team Ability to work to conflicting and challenging deadlines
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.
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Employer details Employer name Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Address Main Site, Sheffield Children's Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TH
Sheffield
S10 2TH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)