Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for Band 3 Theatre Store Person to work with our dynamic team based at University College Hospital London at Westmoreland Street.University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH), situated in the West End of London is one of the largest NHS Trusts in the UK. It provides first class acute and specialist services both locally and to patients from throughout the UK and Abroad. UCLH at Westmoreland Street, specialises in Urology and Thoracic surgery, and is a national centre for Robotic Prostatectomy.
Main duties of the job
The Theatre Store Person is a vital member of the multidisciplinary team and the post holder must have a genuine interest in, and understand of, the importance of monitoring levels of stock and sterile supplies, including surgical instruments. The post holder must also maintain a clean and tidy environment within the operating department and the departmental stock rooms. This is a key role within the team, and the post holder will be liaising with logistics and sterile services departments. A good level of computer literacy is required for this post, in order to access information, communicate by email, and complete electronic ordering and stockmanagement processes. Good communication skills are essential for this post.Delegated work and duties will be assigned by the Theatre Service Manager. This role will involve a degree of autonomy in organising your work, and it should be noted that some elements, such as unpacking and putting away stock, are physically demanding.Working within this very rewarding environment will enhance your own professional development and at UCLH we are committed to providing education opportunities for staff at every level. We value and promote diversity and equality in the workplace.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
- University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum GCSE pass or equivalent. English and Maths essential. Computer literate.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Procurement, Supply Chain (inc. material management) methodologies and concepts (equivalent to NVQ level 3/Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) Foundation stage or equivalent experience)
Experience
Essential
- Previous Supply Chain/Logistics/Stores experience
Desirable
- Experience/ suitable skills of working in a Hospital
- Experience in Procurement or related activities
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Communication and customer care skills
- Attention to detail
- Time management skills, ability to prioritise workload , reliable & punctual
Desirable
- Experience of and the ability to review and improve existing procedures
Personal & people development
Essential
- Willing to undertake study
- Willing to promote and take further training within the procurement environment
Quality and service improvement
Essential
- Assisting in delivering good quality service which achieves value added and/ or cash releasing savings
Information processing (IT skills)
Essential
- Data entry into Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) or any other electronic data entry system
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Professional and proactive self-starter that is able to work using their own initiative or within a team.
- Polite, hard-working and goal orientated
Specific requirements
Essential
- Knowledge of Health and Safety issues
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum GCSE pass or equivalent. English and Maths essential. Computer literate.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Procurement, Supply Chain (inc. material management) methodologies and concepts (equivalent to NVQ level 3/Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) Foundation stage or equivalent experience)
Experience
Essential
- Previous Supply Chain/Logistics/Stores experience
Desirable
- Experience/ suitable skills of working in a Hospital
- Experience in Procurement or related activities
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Communication and customer care skills
- Attention to detail
- Time management skills, ability to prioritise workload , reliable & punctual
Desirable
- Experience of and the ability to review and improve existing procedures
Personal & people development
Essential
- Willing to undertake study
- Willing to promote and take further training within the procurement environment
Quality and service improvement
Essential
- Assisting in delivering good quality service which achieves value added and/ or cash releasing savings
Information processing (IT skills)
Essential
- Data entry into Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) or any other electronic data entry system
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Professional and proactive self-starter that is able to work using their own initiative or within a team.
- Polite, hard-working and goal orientated
Specific requirements
Essential
- Knowledge of Health and Safety issues
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).
