Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Project Support Officer

The closing date is 26 May 2025

Job summary

This post is fixed term due to funding (Secondment may be considered - you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for the secondment post).

This is an exciting role within Cardiff and Vale University Health Board to support the implementation of an electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (ePMA) system, providing an opportunity to play a key role in the biggest digital transformation to happen within the UHB to date.

We are looking for a highly organised, enthusiastic and motivated individual. The ePMA system will transform the way that clinicians prescribe and administer medication, making current practice more efficient. This role provides the opportunity to develop strong working relationships with numerous stakeholders, actively engaging with clinical and support services to ensure successful implementation.

This role will sit within a dynamic and innovative project management team for the ePMA programme. This role will allow you to build on your current skills and experience and provide numerous opportunities for professional and personal development.

Main duties of the job

The ePMA Project Support Officer will be a key member of the ePMA programme and will offer support to the ePMA Programme, identifying opportunities to improve systems and services.

Working autonomously the post holder will provide high level project and administrative support by assisting in the planning and delivery of Projects, work packages or products.

Working as part of the project team they will be the first point of contact for many staff and will be required to provide support and guidance to other project staff.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.

Details

Date posted

20 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,433 to £26,060 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

10 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

001-AC083-0525

Job locations

Pharmacy Department

University Hospital of Wales

Cardiff

CF144XW


Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Knowledge

Essential

  • Level 4 qualification in a relevant subject or equivalent experience
  • Knowledge of techniques for planning monitoring and controlling projects

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in high intensity administrative setting

Desirable

  • Experience in NHS or other public sector body

Skills & Attributes

Essential

  • Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
  • Able to plan and prioritise workload in order to meet deadlines and deal effectively with conflicting priorities.
  • Ability to work autonomously and equally effective as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Proficient in use of standard IT packages eg Microsoft Office with the ability to master new applications.
Person Specification

Qualifications & Knowledge

Essential

  • Level 4 qualification in a relevant subject or equivalent experience
  • Knowledge of techniques for planning monitoring and controlling projects

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in high intensity administrative setting

Desirable

  • Experience in NHS or other public sector body

Skills & Attributes

Essential

  • Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
  • Able to plan and prioritise workload in order to meet deadlines and deal effectively with conflicting priorities.
  • Ability to work autonomously and equally effective as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Proficient in use of standard IT packages eg Microsoft Office with the ability to master new applications.

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).

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.

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

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

Pharmacy Department

University Hospital of Wales

Cardiff

CF144XW


Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

Pharmacy Department

University Hospital of Wales

Cardiff

CF144XW


Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

ePMA Project Manager

Nina Fowler

Christina.Fowler@wales.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

20 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,433 to £26,060 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

10 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

001-AC083-0525

Job locations

Pharmacy Department

University Hospital of Wales

Cardiff

CF144XW


Supporting documents

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