Job summary
We are pleased to offer an opportunity to join the Rostering Application (GRS) Team in Digital to support with development and configuration of the GRS System to support the Centralised Scheduling Project and and the implementation of Skillstream.
The successful candidate will work under the direction of the GRS Application Owner to support ongoing workstreams in line with the Trusts Digital Strategy.
Main duties of the job
The purpose of this role is to set-up, implement and maintain the GRS Rostering system to meet the requirements of the Trust, managers, clinicians and users.
Primarily responsible for the analysis of highly complex shift patterns and rules in order to develop, test, deploy, maintain and support individual end user requirements that fit in with the benefits realisation plan agreed as an integral part of the GRS Functionality Roadmap Business Case.
To configure, test, implement and maintain GRS-Skillstream integrate workforce management system.
To act as a primary point of communication in relation to GRS-Skillstream system configuration processes and any issues during project life-cycle.
Provide a training resource to users of the GRS-Skillstream integrated system. This will involve preparing for and delivery planned structured training to groups and the provision of one to one guidance and development.
Ensuring provision of cover for Rostering Services Manager for project-related responsibilities.
About us
The GRS Application & Rostering team interact with many other teams across different directorates of the organisation, including technical and non-technical disciplines and operational and non-operational staff.
We are collaborative , open and supportive team, consisting of staff with a wealth of understanding of many roles and systems across the organisation. However, we also draw on the expertise of multiple specialists across the Digital directorate and our operational colleagues to achieve the shared goals.
The successful post holder will be able to work from any of our Trust sites across the region, with hybrid working available in agreement with your line manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Personal Specification for further information.
For further clarification or a discussion about the role, please contact the Head of Information & Data (Secondment).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Personal Specification for further information.
For further clarification or a discussion about the role, please contact the Head of Information & Data (Secondment).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Extensive experience and expertise of a rostering system such as GRS or Degree in Management or IM&T subject.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Confidently articulate highly complex and contentious information to large groups who do not have a technical background and be challenged.
- Able to provide technical specialism training to other Directorates.
Desirable
- In-depth knowledge of NHS Policies and Procedures.
Experience
Essential
- Experienced in leading technical projects.
- Experienced in being a technical specialist for an organisational wide system.
- Experienced in writing policies and procedures for business change.
Desirable
- Experience of rota planning and implementation.
- Experienced in Project Management methods and tools.
Personal Qualities, Abilities and Attributes
Essential
- Ability to deal with changing and, sometimes, conflicting priorities.
- Attention to detail and able to concentrate for extended periods of time.
- Understands the importance of the protection of personal data.
- Ability to solve problems and make informed recommendations based on detailed data analysis.
EEAST Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Evidence of alignment to Trust Values (Care, Teamwork, Quality, Respect & Honesty)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Extensive experience and expertise of a rostering system such as GRS or Degree in Management or IM&T subject.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Confidently articulate highly complex and contentious information to large groups who do not have a technical background and be challenged.
- Able to provide technical specialism training to other Directorates.
Desirable
- In-depth knowledge of NHS Policies and Procedures.
Experience
Essential
- Experienced in leading technical projects.
- Experienced in being a technical specialist for an organisational wide system.
- Experienced in writing policies and procedures for business change.
Desirable
- Experience of rota planning and implementation.
- Experienced in Project Management methods and tools.
Personal Qualities, Abilities and Attributes
Essential
- Ability to deal with changing and, sometimes, conflicting priorities.
- Attention to detail and able to concentrate for extended periods of time.
- Understands the importance of the protection of personal data.
- Ability to solve problems and make informed recommendations based on detailed data analysis.
EEAST Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Evidence of alignment to Trust Values (Care, Teamwork, Quality, Respect & Honesty)
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
