About this role
Job summary
Transformation Support Assistant - Permanent - 37.5 hours
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Transformation Team and make a difference to the services we offer.
The role will support the Transformation Team providing comprehensive, professional and responsive administrative, project management and improvement support to the team. The post holder will assist the team in the delivery of transformation and improvement projects across the organisation, in line with the Trust's improvement process and project management approach. The post holder will be expected to exercise initiative with an understanding of the objectives of the Trust.
The post holder will be an organised and highly motivated individual who can work autonomously and as part of a team.
Main duties of the job
The Transformation Support Officer at Stockport NHS FT and Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care NHS FT will support the Transformation Team to:
Provide project, transformation and improvement support to the Transformation Team including supporting and enabling delivery of the Trust's key transformation programmes and projects; Provide administrative support to the Transformation Team including organising and coordinating transformation programme and project meetings and events. Support and enable the development of the Trust's improvement processes to be promoted and provided effectively including development and maintenance of the team microsite, organising and supporting delivery of training and briefings, coordinating annual reports and Trust awards applications.
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
Benefits we offer to you:
Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays NHS pension scheme membership Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further NHS Staff discounts Cycle to work scheme Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Job description Job responsibilities
The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specifications focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Important Notice on Visa Sponsorship Eligibility
Please note that whilst the trust does offer sponsorship this role isunfortunately not eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Skilled Worker visa route. This is due to the position not meeting the minimum salary threshold of £41,700 per annumand/or the requiredskill levelset by UK Visas and Immigration.
We appreciate your interest in this opportunity and encourage applications from candidates who already have theright to work in the UK.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications Essential
GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English Evidence of recent and on-going relevant learning and development
Knowledge Essential
Knowledge and understanding of Quality Improvement and business change approaches Knowledge and experience of a full range of administrative processes Excellent working knowledge and experience of Microsoft Office and Windows systems
Experience Essential
Previous experience of working in an office based administrative role Experience of maintaining accurate records Experience of organising or supporting meetings
Desirable
Understanding of improvement approaches or methodologies Experience of working with senior colleagues (clinical and non-clinical) Experience of working in an NHS, social care, public sector or voluntary environment Experience of working within a project office environment Experience and skills in Canva
Skills & Abilities Essential
Excellent organisational skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and oral, with the ability to communicate in a clear and articulate manner Excellent attention to detail Competent in administrative practices and procedures Ability to prioritise and deliver on time against a background of changing demands Able to use own initiative Ability to demonstrate integrity and discretion at all times Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision Ability to work as a team member, closely and harmoniously with others
Desirable
Ability to lead and facilitate meetings Ability to work creatively and share innovative ideas
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 Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
Address Stepping Hill Hospital and Tameside General Hospital
Stockport and Ashton-under-Lyne
SK2 7JE
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.stockport.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)