Job summary
The Yorkshire Ambulance Service are seeking experienced 1st level line manager to manage various assigned locations and dispersed staff in support of our Vehicle cleaning provision.
This vacancy is on a Rota; which will require flexibility to cover your colleagues/team's leave and absence, supporting as and when requested dedicated AVP sites.
This Role requires some day shifts but predominantly evening/night working
A driving license with category C1 IS ESSENTIAL - You will be required to confirm within your application that you hold a full C1 Category on your driving license which must also be valid in the UK.
Main duties of the job
Duties to include:
The post holder will be required to perform a wide range of first level line manager duties, associated to the provision of the AVP Services, Mainly based at Hull but will be expected to travel to support at other sites.
Post holders will ensure a high standard of service delivery is maintained in relation to the cleaning and preparation provision requirements of your assigned sites and staff.
Primary duties will include the day to day site supervisory duties and this includes the line management and supervision of Ambulance Vehicle Preparation Staff, the monitoring/auditing of all prepared vehicles and cleanliness of associated areas within the garages and adjacent rooms.
To build and develop strong working relationships with all users of the Ambulance Vehicle Preparation Services.
About us
Yorkshire Ambulance Service (YAS) NHS Trust geographically covers nearly 6,000 square miles of varied terrain, from isolated moors and dales to urban areas, coastline and inner cities.
We serve a population of over five million people across Yorkshire and the Humber and strive to ensure that patients receive the right response to their care needs as quickly as possible, wherever they live.
We employ more than 7,100 staff, who together with over 1,300 volunteers, enable us to provide a vital 24-hour, seven-days-a-week, emergency and healthcare service.
Our ambition is to be an employer of choice, and we are continuously working across our partnership to improve our collective offer to staff in areas like health and wellbeing, benefits and flexible working incl. hybrid working.
Benefits:o Flexible working including part-time hours, job shares and flexible hours, agile working (role dependant)o 27 days annual leave, increasing to 33 with service.o Contributory Pension.o NHS Discounts including shops, restaurants, gyms etc.o Car lease and other salary sacrifice schemes.o Dedicated employee assistance and counselling service.o Opportunities for research participation, career progression and ongoing development.o Well respected, committed and supported staff networks for our workforce.Check out our YAS One Team Simulation! https://www.nwyhelearning.nhs.uk/elearning/yorksandhumber/yas/yasoneteam/index.html
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post offers an average 37.5 hour per week contract based on a 7 day a week Rota system including some Bank Holidays, days, weekends and nights.
The role is to Line manage/Supervise the AVP provision and Staff across at Hull along with supporting other colleagues when required; ensuring staff welfare, decontamination and required stock and equipment checks are undertaken on frontline vehicles and all associated work areas and garages are managed.
You will need to build professional relationships with all other service uses and empower your team to follow this relationship development.
The working days and times are dependent upon current provision required to meet operational/patient demand. These contracted working times also attract an unsocial hours payment.
Post holders will develop a one team environment, nurturing, supporting and empowering our staff to achieve the required skills to meet service needs and encourage staff to engage in personal development.
Post holders will ensure all practices and procedures are maintained to Trust standards.
Post holders will be required to work with minimum supervision, flexibly and use their initiative in decision making.
You must be reliable and conscientious with a good eye for detail and be able to work individually and as part of a small team.
The successful candidates must be flexible in their approach and convey a personal commitment to demonstrating the YAS values and behaviours.
Competency to use IT equipment including computer systems, tablets, barcode readers and associated software packages is essential in this role.Previous line management/supervisory experience is essential; training will be provided in regard to specific activities.
Our training package includes NVQ, CMI and NCFE Learning and Development in Leadership and Infection Prevention and Control.
Please ensure you read and understand the attached job description before completing your application.
Completion of the Supporting Information section within your application is essential and please include any relevant experience, knowledge and/or role related qualities to support your application.
A short time-framed video of the basic AVP process is available at the following online location:
https://youtu.be/UatM91P1m80
Also see the interview conducted by one of our Operatives giving an insight in to the role:
https://youtu.be/sWMDPk-MVMQ
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post offers an average 37.5 hour per week contract based on a 7 day a week Rota system including some Bank Holidays, days, weekends and nights.
The role is to Line manage/Supervise the AVP provision and Staff across at Hull along with supporting other colleagues when required; ensuring staff welfare, decontamination and required stock and equipment checks are undertaken on frontline vehicles and all associated work areas and garages are managed.
You will need to build professional relationships with all other service uses and empower your team to follow this relationship development.
The working days and times are dependent upon current provision required to meet operational/patient demand. These contracted working times also attract an unsocial hours payment.
Post holders will develop a one team environment, nurturing, supporting and empowering our staff to achieve the required skills to meet service needs and encourage staff to engage in personal development.
Post holders will ensure all practices and procedures are maintained to Trust standards.
Post holders will be required to work with minimum supervision, flexibly and use their initiative in decision making.
You must be reliable and conscientious with a good eye for detail and be able to work individually and as part of a small team.
The successful candidates must be flexible in their approach and convey a personal commitment to demonstrating the YAS values and behaviours.
Competency to use IT equipment including computer systems, tablets, barcode readers and associated software packages is essential in this role.Previous line management/supervisory experience is essential; training will be provided in regard to specific activities.
Our training package includes NVQ, CMI and NCFE Learning and Development in Leadership and Infection Prevention and Control.
Please ensure you read and understand the attached job description before completing your application.
Completion of the Supporting Information section within your application is essential and please include any relevant experience, knowledge and/or role related qualities to support your application.
A short time-framed video of the basic AVP process is available at the following online location:
https://youtu.be/UatM91P1m80
Also see the interview conducted by one of our Operatives giving an insight in to the role:
https://youtu.be/sWMDPk-MVMQ
Person Specification
Experience & Work Achievements
Essential
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
- Previous supervisory experience within a Domestic Cleaning / Ancillary Service provision.
Desirable
- Previous knowledge of Infection Control Procedures.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Effective communicator (both verbal & written).
- Ability to prioritise tasks and to manage conflicting demands on time & resources, to deliver objectives.
- IT skills - Computer literate and to be competent in the use Microsoft Outlook, Internet Explorer, Word, Excel and standard database programmes.
- Ability to support staff engaged in personal and professional development.
Knowledge & Education
Essential
- Possess a C1 UK driving licence
- 5 GCSE's minimum level C (must include Maths and English) or equivalent level of knowledge acquired through courses and experience
- Working knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety, COSHH, Risk Assessments preferably associated to standard procedures and practices within the cleaning services sector.
- Candidates must indicate an acceptance of and commitment to the principles underlying the Trust's Equal Opportunities Policy.
- NVQ Level 3 in Team Leader or associated role or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of Cleanliness Audits, NHS Cleaning specifications and Care Quality Commission standards for Cleanliness.
Personal/Other
Essential
- Ability to work individually or as part of a team.
- Ability to work unsocial hours on a 7 day 24 hour rota system.
Person Specification
Experience & Work Achievements
Essential
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
- Previous supervisory experience within a Domestic Cleaning / Ancillary Service provision.
Desirable
- Previous knowledge of Infection Control Procedures.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Effective communicator (both verbal & written).
- Ability to prioritise tasks and to manage conflicting demands on time & resources, to deliver objectives.
- IT skills - Computer literate and to be competent in the use Microsoft Outlook, Internet Explorer, Word, Excel and standard database programmes.
- Ability to support staff engaged in personal and professional development.
Knowledge & Education
Essential
- Possess a C1 UK driving licence
- 5 GCSE's minimum level C (must include Maths and English) or equivalent level of knowledge acquired through courses and experience
- Working knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety, COSHH, Risk Assessments preferably associated to standard procedures and practices within the cleaning services sector.
- Candidates must indicate an acceptance of and commitment to the principles underlying the Trust's Equal Opportunities Policy.
- NVQ Level 3 in Team Leader or associated role or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of Cleanliness Audits, NHS Cleaning specifications and Care Quality Commission standards for Cleanliness.
Personal/Other
Essential
- Ability to work individually or as part of a team.
- Ability to work unsocial hours on a 7 day 24 hour rota system.
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.
