Job summary
Are you ready to play a key role in keeping our hospitals running during the moments that matter most? We're looking for an energetic and motivated Business Continuity Lead to join our Corporate Operations Team. In this role, you'll help the Trust prepare for and respond to anything from everyday disruptions to formally declared Business Continuity, Critical or Major Incidents. Your work will strengthen the resilience of our services during bank holidays, industrial action, service changes and essential maintenance.
You'll also step up as the Trust EPRR lead when the Head of EPRR is away, supporting the Deputy COO in managing major and critical incidents -- often at short notice. Your advice will guide staff, Care Group Directors and senior leaders as they navigate challenging situations.
We're looking for someone who can communicate clearly and confidently, whether briefing the Board of Directors or working with partners across the region. Building strong relationships with the ICB and the regional NHS EPRR team will be essential in shaping joined-up responses and mutual support.
This is a role for someone who thrives under pressure, works independently and handles sensitive information with care. If you enjoy variety, responsibility and the chance to make a real difference when it counts, we'd love to hear from you.
Please ensure you have permission of your current line manager before applying for a secondment opportunity.
Main duties of the job
- Work independently, using your own initiative and maintaining a high level of confidentiality.
- Carry out a range of duties without direct supervision, following broad procedural guidelines.
- Support the Head of EPRR and relevant managers in maintaining and developing the Trust's Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Response (EPRR) strategy.
- Provide expert EPRR advice to Care Group Directors, Assistant COOs, Bronze Commanders and Department Heads when the Head of EPRR is absent.
- Act as the Silver Staff Officer during a Major Incident.
- Lead Business Continuity across the Trust, offering strategic leadership and specialist guidance.
- Represent the Trust at health and multi-agency meetings on EPRR matters.
- Participate in management meetings to progress the emergency planning, resilience and business continuity agenda.
- Manage agreed Business Continuity resources and budgets.
- Support the preparation of reports, papers, briefs and communications.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties assigned by the Head of EPRR.Travel within the Trust area as required.
About us
Trust Information Pack:
https://yorkhospitals.pagetiger.com/hdjgxd
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
- Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
- A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
- Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
- NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
- An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
- Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of emergency preparedness and business continuity within the NHS environment or a comparable sized organisation.
- Experience of running large training events ranging from periods of instruction, MS Teams hosted workshops, tabletop exercises and collective practical exercises.
- Holds a full driving license.
- oCompetent user of computer/office software suites and IT literacy to interact with web-based applications once provided with an overview of the application.
Desirable
- At least 2 years NHS experience ideally in a management setting.
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Relevant degree or DipHEP qualifications (or working towards) in relation to Emergency Planning/ Business Continuity, or equivalent demonstrable occupational experience.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Hold a recognised professional management or emergency planning qualification.
Desirable
- Business Continuity Management System trained.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organisation.
- Ability to contribute effectively to a team working environment.
- Ability to prioritise workload/manage time effectively.
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of emergency preparedness and business continuity within the NHS environment or a comparable sized organisation.
- Experience of running large training events ranging from periods of instruction, MS Teams hosted workshops, tabletop exercises and collective practical exercises.
- Holds a full driving license.
- oCompetent user of computer/office software suites and IT literacy to interact with web-based applications once provided with an overview of the application.
Desirable
- At least 2 years NHS experience ideally in a management setting.
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Relevant degree or DipHEP qualifications (or working towards) in relation to Emergency Planning/ Business Continuity, or equivalent demonstrable occupational experience.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Hold a recognised professional management or emergency planning qualification.
Desirable
- Business Continuity Management System trained.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organisation.
- Ability to contribute effectively to a team working environment.
- Ability to prioritise workload/manage time effectively.
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.
