Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Sterile Services Technician

The closing date is 10 July 2025

Job summary

Mid and South Essex Sterile Supplies Department is a friendly and fast paced Unit supplying the Trust Theatre complex and other areas with sterile packs and instruments.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for highly motivated and proactive individuals to join the team who are methodical and meticulous to detail, to wash, inspect, pack and sterilise surgical instruments ensuring the best decontamination service for our customers and patients.

In return we will offer you a full training package and superb support from within our friendly supportive environment.

Main duties of the job

The Sterile Services Department based at Broomfield Hospital is open 24 hours (Monday to Friday) and 8:00am to 4:00pm on a Saturday,Sunday and Bank Holidays.

You will be required to work on a rota basis with shifts betweenthe above hours (Monday to Friday), Bank Holidays and Weekends and night shifts. These hours are subject to change to meet the needs of the Trust.

You are required to be able to demonstrate the Trust values, the responsibilities of the job description and person specification. Experience is an advantage however this is not essential. You must be able to follow processes and instruction while being self-motivated and showing initiative.

At Mid Essex Hospitals the Trust aims to deliver safe, high quality services to our patients. As part of our team you will represent the Trust in delivering services in line with the Trust Values of Kind Positive Professional Team. You will treat all staff/colleagues, patients, families, and visitors with respect and dignity.

If you believe you meet the criteria of the person specification and would like to join Mid-Essex Hospitals NHS Trust at this time, we would be interested in receiving your application.

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust

Details

Date posted

04 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-EFM-BA-0824

Job locations

Broomfield

Woodland Way

Chelmsford

CM1 7TH


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached a full job description setting out the details of the role and responsibilities.

We look forward to your application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached a full job description setting out the details of the role and responsibilities.

We look forward to your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Basic literacy and numeracy

Desirable

  • NVQ in Decontamination

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Able to work in a busy environment
  • Working to deadlines

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a Hospital environment
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Basic literacy and numeracy

Desirable

  • NVQ in Decontamination

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Able to work in a busy environment
  • Working to deadlines

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a Hospital environment

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

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Woodland Way

Chelmsford

CM1 7TH


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Woodland Way

Chelmsford

CM1 7TH


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Decontamination Deputy Manager

Peter Black

peter.black@nhs.net

01245514051

Details

Date posted

04 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-EFM-BA-0824

Job locations

Broomfield

Woodland Way

Chelmsford

CM1 7TH


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