Job summary
Grade & Salary: AfC Band 6 £35,392 - 42,618
The Severn Pathology Infection Sciences service provides clinical diagnostic and advice services to Bristol, the Southwest and beyond. It is jointly managed by North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT) and UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). It encompasses the UKHSA National Mycology Reference Unit and the Antimicrobial Reference Laboratory.
As the Regulatory Compliance Officer, you will be a key member of the Infection Sciences team charged with supporting the implementation, administration and maintenance of the Laboratory's Quality Management System
You will support the management of the system in conjunction with the Quality Manager, ensuring that the Laboratory becomes progressively more effective in quality terms and meets both regulatory and accreditation requirements. You will also be responsible for supporting and participating in the day-to-day running of the Infection Sciences Diagnostic Laboratories which provides routine and specialist diagnostic laboratory services in Microbiology in accordance with national and professional standards.
LocationThis is a lab-based role that will be located at UKHSA Bristol, BS10 5NB.
*Please be aware that this role can only be worked from within the UK and not overseas. Relocation expenses are not available.*
Working Pattern - Full Time
Main duties of the job
Responsibilities section:
The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:
- Through the quality team ensure the Laboratory continues to maintain UKAS accreditation to the appropriate standards.
- Through the quality team ensure that the quality management system is implemented and maintained.
- To participate in the development and delivery of a programme of continuous quality improvement.
- To become familiar with the area of work for which he/she is Regulatory Compliance Officer and be familiar with relevant statutory requirements, including awareness of regulatory acts, clinical governance, risk management, Caldicott and quality policies and procedures of Severn Pathology
- To assist the Quality Manager and Departmental Leads in ensuring high standards of processing and reporting of samples
- To contribute towards the progress of the Laboratory through continuous performance development, teamwork and communication
- To assist the Quality Manager with regards to governance issues both within the UKHSA, NBT and other local Trusts where necessary.
- To support activities in appropriate areas of risk management
The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The Job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary.
Please see the job description for the full list of duties and responsibilities.
About us
Working for the UKHSA
For more information on the UKHSA please visit: UK Health Security Agency - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Benefits
- Learning and development tailored to your role
- An environment with flexible working options
- A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
- A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
- Range of health and wellbeing support
Any move to UKHSA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at Childcare Choices | 30 Hours Free Childcare, Tax-Free Childcare and More | Help with Costs | GOV.UK
Job description
Job responsibilities
Selection process details
STAGE 1 - APPLICATION & SIFT:
You will be required to complete an application form. This will be assessed in line with the advertised essential criteria please do provide evidence of how you meet this.
If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to an interview.
STAGE 2 INTERVIEW
This competition will involve an interview either by video or face to face.
As part of the process, candidates will be invited to interview which will involve an in-depth discussion of your previous experience and professional competence in relation to the criteria set out in the Person Specification.
Please note that as part of the interview process, you may be asked to undertake a presentation or test.
Your Statement of Suitability should outline your skills, experience, and achievements, providing evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria (outlined in the person specification section).
You will also be asked to provide information within the Employer/ Activity history section of the application form. This is equivalent to the information you would provide on a CV, setting out your career history.
Expected Timeline:
Advert close: 23:55hrs on 8th November 2023 unfortunately, late applications will not be considered. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.
Shortlist: W/C 15th November 2023
Interviews: TBC
Please note these dates could be subject to change.
Essential Criteria:
It is important through your application and Statement of Suitability of 1250 words that you give evidence and examples of proven experience of each of the following criteria:
Job description
Job responsibilities
Selection process details
STAGE 1 - APPLICATION & SIFT:
You will be required to complete an application form. This will be assessed in line with the advertised essential criteria please do provide evidence of how you meet this.
If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to an interview.
STAGE 2 INTERVIEW
This competition will involve an interview either by video or face to face.
As part of the process, candidates will be invited to interview which will involve an in-depth discussion of your previous experience and professional competence in relation to the criteria set out in the Person Specification.
Please note that as part of the interview process, you may be asked to undertake a presentation or test.
Your Statement of Suitability should outline your skills, experience, and achievements, providing evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria (outlined in the person specification section).
You will also be asked to provide information within the Employer/ Activity history section of the application form. This is equivalent to the information you would provide on a CV, setting out your career history.
Expected Timeline:
Advert close: 23:55hrs on 8th November 2023 unfortunately, late applications will not be considered. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.
Shortlist: W/C 15th November 2023
Interviews: TBC
Please note these dates could be subject to change.
Essential Criteria:
It is important through your application and Statement of Suitability of 1250 words that you give evidence and examples of proven experience of each of the following criteria:
Person Specification
Education & Qualification
Essential
- Health Professions Council - State Registration Biomedical Scientist/Clinical Scientist
- Science degree or equivalent in microbiology or a related pathology discipline
- Evidence of continuing professional development and willingness to continue the learning process through academic or practical experience
- Substantial laboratory experience working in an accredited medical laboratory
- Experience in applying a range of standards, regulations and guidelines applicable to clinical laboratories
- Understanding of IVD governance principles and procedures
- Understanding and experience of change management
- Experience of implementing projects
- Sound knowledge of common IT programmes, including Q Pulse and excellent keyboard and IT skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication, data analysis and statistical skills
Desirable
- Quality management qualification and knowledge of Regulatory compliance
- An understanding of microbiology and its application in clinical practice and public health
Person Specification
Education & Qualification
Essential
- Health Professions Council - State Registration Biomedical Scientist/Clinical Scientist
- Science degree or equivalent in microbiology or a related pathology discipline
- Evidence of continuing professional development and willingness to continue the learning process through academic or practical experience
- Substantial laboratory experience working in an accredited medical laboratory
- Experience in applying a range of standards, regulations and guidelines applicable to clinical laboratories
- Understanding of IVD governance principles and procedures
- Understanding and experience of change management
- Experience of implementing projects
- Sound knowledge of common IT programmes, including Q Pulse and excellent keyboard and IT skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication, data analysis and statistical skills
Desirable
- Quality management qualification and knowledge of Regulatory compliance
- An understanding of microbiology and its application in clinical practice and public health
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
