Infection Prevention and Control Administrator

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, well-motivated, experienced, clerical worker to join the Infection Prevention and Control Team at the Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust. Could this be you? You will work alongside the Infection Prevention and Control Specialist Nurses based at the Hospital although the team cover the Trust community services too and the Rotherham Hospice. The successful candidate will: Have a good general education Have experience in a health care setting Have well developed Communication skills Have well developed organisation skills Be able to work as part of the team but also have the ability to work alone when required.

Main duties of the job

  • The organisation and minutes of both planned and emergency meetings which accurately reflect the decisions made and support the governance process
  • General office duties using telephone, emails, Microsoft teams, storage of records, use of Excel and Word, laminating of signs, ordering of supplies and the maintenance of diaries along with sending timely accurate information to patients and GPs
  • Supporting the importance of hand hygiene through organisation of courses and undertaking observations of others
  • Accurately and timely completion of mandated data submissions to the National UK health security agency
  • Liaising with all disciplines of colleagues across the Trust and external partners in public health, locally, regionally and nationally

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham.

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall.

But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making.

All of our 5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence.

Date posted

10 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-24-12-068

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE/O Level English Language or equivalent

Desirable

  • RSA II typing or equivalent
  • Information and Communication technology

knowledge

Essential

  • Working knowledge of Excel, Word and proficiency with emails

Desirable

  • Working knowledge of NHS systems e.g. ICE, SystmOne, Meditech

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of minute taking

Desirable

  • Previous NHS administrative experience
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE/O Level English Language or equivalent

Desirable

  • RSA II typing or equivalent
  • Information and Communication technology

knowledge

Essential

  • Working knowledge of Excel, Word and proficiency with emails

Desirable

  • Working knowledge of NHS systems e.g. ICE, SystmOne, Meditech

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of minute taking

Desirable

  • Previous NHS administrative experience

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.

Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

Jennifer Hilton

jennifer.hilton@nhs.net

01709426841

Date posted

10 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-24-12-068

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


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