Job summary
Reporting to the Legal, Quality & Governance deputy the successful candidate will work as part of the integrated governance structure supporting delivery of all aspects of integrated quality governance in the domains of safety, clinical effectiveness, quality assurance and risk management.
The role holder will be responsible for the day to day management and monitoring of health & safety in all Trust premises, including off site properties, using specialist knowledge around health and safety legislation, to plan, implement and evaluate a robust health and safety programme within the organisation ,which in turn will create a pro-active health and safety culture within the Trust.
Main duties of the job
- Responsible for leading the day to day operational provision of expert advice, guidance, support, coaching, and training, monitoring and reporting on all aspects of corporate health and safety
- Work closely with colleagues in the management of corporate Health & Safety risks, concerns, incidents and learning
- Assist the Trust in monitoring compliance against the requirements of relevant Health & Safety related legislation, Approved Codes of Practice, Standards and Guidance (including those specific to the NHS), and against relevant Trust policies and arrangements
- Develop, implement and maintain relevant Policies, Procedures, Protocols and Guidelines in relation to Health & Safety, and in the delivery of the overall Trust Health & Safety management system
- Provide reports on Health & Safety across the Trust
- The post holder will act as the Trusts MDSO and will be a member of the medical devices safety network and MEMG/METG.
About us
Sheffield Children's is one of three independent, specialist paediatric hospitals in the country, providing dedicated healthcare for children and young people across community, mental health and acute specialist settings.
We have three overarching aims that set the direction for the Trust in our vision "to create a healthier future for children and young people."
- Outstanding patient care
- Brilliant place to work
- Leader in children's health
Our commitment to rewarding colleagues is demonstrated through our brilliant reward and benefits offer including; generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme and access to salary sacrifice schemes such as cycle to work and lease cars.
We are committed to supporting colleagues from different heritages and lifestyles while at work. This is supported through the offer we have in place for flexible working and the three equality network groups we have in place. Colleagues are encouraged to join these groups and request flexible working.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.
For an informal chat about this role, please contact Jillian Tozer on 07824 012176
Please Note: Interview Date - Wednesday 12th July 2023
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and accurate data capture is an important part of that to ensure we are supportive and representative. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants can see themselves in the available categories on our application form, but we recognise that some of our data capture fields are not inclusive. We have flagged this with our system provider to ask for change.
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager: Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are continually reviewing our recruitment & selection process to support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you have any ideas for improvement, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert at Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
- Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
- Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
- Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.
For an informal chat about this role, please contact Jillian Tozer on 07824 012176
Please Note: Interview Date - Wednesday 12th July 2023
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and accurate data capture is an important part of that to ensure we are supportive and representative. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants can see themselves in the available categories on our application form, but we recognise that some of our data capture fields are not inclusive. We have flagged this with our system provider to ask for change.
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager: Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are continually reviewing our recruitment & selection process to support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you have any ideas for improvement, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert at Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
- Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
- Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
- Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- CIEH/BSC qualification in workplace health and safety management or equivalent Diploma of the National Examination Board in occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) Corporate Membership of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) Evidence of recent and relevant continual professional development.
Desirable
- Registered Safety Practitioner or Equivalent Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of health and safety work Experience of delivering training to all levels of staff including senior managers Experience of undertaking root cause analysis investigations, quality initiatives, audit and quality assurance
- Experience with the Data Risk Management system (DATIX) Experience of quality initiatives, audit and quality assurance.
- Experience in investigation and analysis in governance, review of research and national guidelines to improve practice.
- Experience in risk management, clinical governance and audit Experience of developing and implementing policies and procedures
Desirable
- Experience within the NHS
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to interpret health and safety legislation and identify implications of the Trust. Ability to produce and deliver effective presentations and teaching packages. Ability to define, retrieve and correlate data.
- Good knowledge or Estates & Facilities issues and experience of working collaboratively with Estates & Facilities teams. Ability to draft complex reports, procedures and policies
- Demonstrates excellent knowledge of principles of confidentiality, Data Protection and Freedom of Information Demonstrates excellent knowledge of the role of regulators eg NHS Improvement, Care Quality Commission, CCG and the Health and Safety Executive Excellent written and oral communication skills in addition to excellent presentation skills.
- Excellent negotiation skills with an ability to work constructively with professional and managerial staff Ability to assimilate, analyse and present complex/ sensitive or contentious data to different audiences
Desirable
- Demonstrates excellent knowledge of health and safety legislation, regulations and relevant codes of practice. Knowledge of RIDDOR reporting requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- CIEH/BSC qualification in workplace health and safety management or equivalent Diploma of the National Examination Board in occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) Corporate Membership of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) Evidence of recent and relevant continual professional development.
Desirable
- Registered Safety Practitioner or Equivalent Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of health and safety work Experience of delivering training to all levels of staff including senior managers Experience of undertaking root cause analysis investigations, quality initiatives, audit and quality assurance
- Experience with the Data Risk Management system (DATIX) Experience of quality initiatives, audit and quality assurance.
- Experience in investigation and analysis in governance, review of research and national guidelines to improve practice.
- Experience in risk management, clinical governance and audit Experience of developing and implementing policies and procedures
Desirable
- Experience within the NHS
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to interpret health and safety legislation and identify implications of the Trust. Ability to produce and deliver effective presentations and teaching packages. Ability to define, retrieve and correlate data.
- Good knowledge or Estates & Facilities issues and experience of working collaboratively with Estates & Facilities teams. Ability to draft complex reports, procedures and policies
- Demonstrates excellent knowledge of principles of confidentiality, Data Protection and Freedom of Information Demonstrates excellent knowledge of the role of regulators eg NHS Improvement, Care Quality Commission, CCG and the Health and Safety Executive Excellent written and oral communication skills in addition to excellent presentation skills.
- Excellent negotiation skills with an ability to work constructively with professional and managerial staff Ability to assimilate, analyse and present complex/ sensitive or contentious data to different audiences
Desirable
- Demonstrates excellent knowledge of health and safety legislation, regulations and relevant codes of practice. Knowledge of RIDDOR reporting requirements
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).
