Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

3005 - Theatre Scheduling Officer

The closing date is 19 October 2025

Job summary

This post is a fixed term/internal secondment opportunity until 8th August 2026

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and flexible person to join our Theatre Scheduling Team at Barnsley Hospital.

The postholder will support the supervisor and Service Management teams to manage the theatre schedule on Bluespier to ensure a ccurate reflection of theatre session allocation.

The Scheduling Officer will be an individual that communicates clearly, is willing to learn at pace and adapt the demands as required by the role and department.

We are a dynamic team that work together, consistent and focus on ongoing improvement to ensure we provide a quality service to the specialties utilising Barnsley Hospital theatres in a timely manner. This is a great opportunity for development.

This role is also a fantastic opportunity for apprentices who are currently studying for NVQ level 2/3. Apprentices should note that the salary would be Agenda for Change Annex 21 trainee rate (75%max of band) until they have completed their apprenticeship.

Main duties of the job

Ensuring all theatre lists are scheduled as per Trust policy

Ensuring 6-4-3-2 process is followed

Personal qualities:

Strong evidence of team working across professional boundaries

Ability to work under pressure and respond to short timescales on time and with accuracy

Ability to adapt and willingness to learn new ways of working

Knowledge, skills and experience:

Proficient computer skills working with Theatre System and Microsoft Office application

Active team member who is able to communicate clearly

Have a positive can do attitude

About us

We reserve the right to close positions early

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work

We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone

We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities

There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation

Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction

Date posted

10 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

8 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9163-3005E-10-25

Job locations

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description for 3005

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description for 3005

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Previous experience working and communicating with the public.
At least 2 years experience in a administrative role.

Desirable

Previous experience of working in scheduling role.

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Previous experience of clinical administration.
Experience of working in a hospital; environment.
Computer skills (word processing, email, internet use).
Understanding the need for confidentiality.
Knowledge of Health & Safety.

Desirable

Experience of working in an acute theatre environment.

Qualifications

Essential

NVQ level 3 in (or equivalent) in Business Administration.
GCSE Grade C or above (or equivalent) Maths and English.

Desirable

RCA Level 2 Typing.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

Able to communicate well with colleagues, patients and other members of the public.
Understanding of how to work as part of a team.
Have the courage to challenge & question appropriately.
Ability to undertake competency based training both initially and as ongoing requirement for the post to meet service requirements.

Trust Values

Essential

In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
In around 100 words please describe what motivates you to do a good job.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Previous experience working and communicating with the public.
At least 2 years experience in a administrative role.

Desirable

Previous experience of working in scheduling role.

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Previous experience of clinical administration.
Experience of working in a hospital; environment.
Computer skills (word processing, email, internet use).
Understanding the need for confidentiality.
Knowledge of Health & Safety.

Desirable

Experience of working in an acute theatre environment.

Qualifications

Essential

NVQ level 3 in (or equivalent) in Business Administration.
GCSE Grade C or above (or equivalent) Maths and English.

Desirable

RCA Level 2 Typing.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

Able to communicate well with colleagues, patients and other members of the public.
Understanding of how to work as part of a team.
Have the courage to challenge & question appropriately.
Ability to undertake competency based training both initially and as ongoing requirement for the post to meet service requirements.

Trust Values

Essential

In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
In around 100 words please describe what motivates you to do a good job.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)