University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

FFP3 Mask Fit Tester

The closing date is 10 November 2025

Job summary

We are looking for someone dynamic to join a newly formed mask fit testing team at UHSussex. Three posts are available across the trust. Site to be discussed. This discussion can be had prior to interview.

Respiratory Protection Equipment (RPE) provides staff respiratory protection, via a fitting and testing process (Fit Test) of selected and approved face masks which are designed to safeguard the wearer and prevent the inhalation of contaminated air. This essential technical fitting process safeguards staff and ensures they are confident to wear the most suitable respiratory PPE which provides full protection from respiratory hazards during their work.

Main duties of the job

The Mask Fit Tester will be responsible for (list not exhaustive):

1 Ensuring staff are assessed for the correct selection of FFP3 mask

2 Be competent and confident to undertake the fit test using a quantitative methodology

3 Maintain equipment and stock control

4 Ensure all fit tests are accurately documented on Health Roster

5 Communicate to a high level to ensure all staff, of all grades, are fit tested.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/

Date posted

27 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year Per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-7318388-OCT25

Job locations

Worthing

Lyndhurst Road

Worthing

BN11 2DH

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please note: This role does not meet the minimum criteria for visa sponsorship under the current UK immigration rules, which set specific salary and skill thresholds. As such, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. Applicants will therefore need to already have the right to work in the UK to be considered. We include this information at the outset to provide clarity and avoid unnecessary inconvenience for applicants.

Prepare the fit testing room ensuring surfaces are free from contamination.

Assemble the fit testing equipment ensuring sufficient quantities of alcohol solution, wicks, masks, a fully operational particle generator, Portacount machine and lap top.

Check the ambient particle count of the environment being used to perform the fit test.

Measure ambient particle count using current UK guidance (INDG 479). If low enact the Particle Generator to provide particles in the correct size for the Portacount to measure.

Assess the staff members health to conduct the fit test i.e. respiratory illness, asthma.

Assess the staff members face shape, nose bridge and ensure the staff is free from facial hair, not eaten, drunk or smoked in the last 60 minutes.

Illustrate the correct donning and doffing of a respirator following infection control guidance ensuring the staff member practices the correct technique.

Explain and conduct disposable mask fit testing, ensuring verbalising assurance at all times.

Problem solve the reasons for a poor fit factor, this skill comes with experience of the tester and will often determine whether or how quickly the problem is resolved.

If disposable masks unsuitable the fit tester will be performing reuseable mask/RPE hood testing.

Teach staff members how to change/frequency of reusable respirator filters.

Document accurately outcomes of all fit tests on Health Roster.

Participate in data entry, data trend analysis and administration tasks as required.

Mask Fit testers will answer telephone/email enquiries and escalate to Lead as required.

Mask Fit tester to fill fit testing appointment schedule independently.

Ensure Lead Mask Fit Tester is informed of any stock constraints, equipment malfunction, non-attendance at appointments.

Communicate with patient facing staff, Doctors, Ward managers, Matrons and team leaders to ensure they are aware of which members of staff require mask fit testing. Support, encourage and persuade staff to have a fit test.