Supply Chain Operative (JR) - Centralised Recruitment

Permanent
Full Time
Public Sector Jobs
Oxfordshire, Oxford, United Kingdom, OX1 1
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Supply Chain Operative (JR) - Centralised Recruitment Band 3 Main area Supply Chain Procurement Grade Band 3 Contract Permanent: Monday to Friday Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday 08 AM till 16:00PM) Job ref 321-CENT B3-PUB

Site John Radcliffe Hospital Town Oxford Salary £24,937 - £26,598 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 25/08/:59 Interview date 01/09/2025

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

Many of our recruitment programmes useValue Based Interviewingto identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visit

Job overview We are

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the healthcare industry? Do you thrive in a dynamic and compassionate environment? If so, we have exciting opportunities for you!

Our clinical support patient facing administration workforce is vital to our organisation, without them our front-line Doctors, Nurses and Allied Health Professional cannot deliver the excellent care to our patients we strive for. As a support to our clinical workforce within the Divisions you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our hospital wards.

Your efforts will directly contribute to the well-being and comfort of our patients, making you an integral part of their healthcare journey.

Main duties of the job We have adopted a centralised hiring process for administration roles in bands 2-3 and 4-5. This means you apply once and are considered for multiple positions within our organisation, saving time for both candidates and managers while accessing a broader talent pool.

This week are currently recruiting for the following Band 3 role across the organisation:
  • Supply Chain Operative (JR) - 37.5 hours per week, Permanent. Location - John Radcliffe Hospital
Supply Chain Operative (JR) :

The Operational team based at the John Radcliffe Hospital requires a Supply chain operative.

Ensuring that all non Pharmaceutical stock requirements are met to support patient care at the JR site. liaise with clinical staff and Escalate any issues that cannot be resolved locally and progress until resolved .

The successful candidate needs to be able to work using their own initiative and as part of a team.

Working for our organisation Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trustis one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via theOUH YouTube channel .

Detailed job description and main responsibilities The Supply chain Operative At JR Site will be required to work Monday to Friday, as the service is a 5 day service. The successful candidate will be working closely with clinical staff and other members of the supply chain team.

Duties:
  • Ensure that access to the computerised traceability and stock management system is monitored and that the correct security procedures for access to the system are followed at all times in line with the Data Protection Act 2018 including GDPR and the Code of Practice on Confidentiality.
  • Responsible for placing orders, receiving, checking, safe storage, and correct distribution of all surgical consumable materials. The ward matron and team leaders will determine the levels of stored materials within the agreed budgets.
  • To ensure that all stock is stored according to the manufacturers' storage recommendations.
  • To responsibly co-ordinate the ordering and delivery of high cost surgical consumable materials.
  • Checking on receipt of goods that items are correct and undamaged, recording this information via the computerized stock management system.
  • To respond to requests for all stores services, including arranging couriers and ensuring the security of storage boxes/containers and their direct return to NHS supplies and companies.
  • Ensure frequent stock rotation to minimize waste.
  • Ensure that storage areas are kept clean and tidy, using daily damp dusting and discarding and removing rubbish/cardboard packaging.
  • Organising and undertaking all annual materials management audits.
  • Pushing and pulling the Metal cages and heavy lift involved.
Person specification Education
  • GCSE or equivalent in English Language and Maths
Experience
  • Experience of dealing with customers, suppliers and /or the public
  • Previous experience within the NHS/public sector
COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment , we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.

Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study. Please note that if you have previously worked for the Trust we will require a reference from your last Manager, this information is essential if your offer of employment is to be confirmed.

Next Steps: Please make sure that you read the job description and person specification, and that your supporting statement reflects this as your application will be judged against these criteria. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted after the short-listing process, usually within 2 weeks. (Please note that shortlisting times vary when applying for a Medical position within the Trust) . click apply for full job details