Band 3 Data Officer (London Admin Hub)

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust About On 1 January 2025 Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust became one of the largest trusts in the UK following the acquisition of North Middlesex University Hospital. Our trust has over 17,000 staff serving 2 million patients every year. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex University Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients. Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers’ money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation. Welcome to the Royal Free View job detailskeyboard_arrow_downHide job detailskeyboard_arrow_up Key details Location SiteEdgware Community HospitalTownGreater LondonPostcodeHA8 9BAMajor / Minor RegionLondon Contract type & working pattern ContractPermanentHoursFull time - 37.5 hours per week Salary Salary£29,176 - £30,225 Per annum inclusive of HCASSalary periodYearlyGrade(Band 3) Specialty Main areaAdmin and Clerical Our trust has over 17,000 staff serving 2 million patients every year. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex University Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients. Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers’ money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation. Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We\'re proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff. Welcome to the Royal Free Job overview Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Advert The London Breast Screening Programme Hub Data Team collects and inputs surgical breast cancer data for the six breast screening services based in London. Data accuracy and audit are critical performance measures of the NHS Breast Screening Programme. We are looking to recruit a Data Officer. The post offers variety and the opportunity to work in a stimulating and developing area within the breast screening programme. The successful candidate is required to be able demonstrate the Trust values and the responsibilities of the job description and person specification. If you believe you meet the criteria of the person specification and would like to join the Royal Free at this time, we would be interested in receiving your application. Working for our organisation The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top. For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. https://www.nhsemployers.org/articles/pay-scales-202425 Covid-19 Vaccination Getting vaccinated, and getting a booster, remains the best defence against COVID-19. We encourage and support staff to get COVID-19 vaccine and a booster dose as and when they are eligible. AT* - Apprenticeship Training By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. Therefore we require you to complete your stat and Man e-learning modules prior to joining our organisation. If you are an EU/EEA citizen Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Before submitting your application and to avoid disappointment please check that you are eligible under the UKVI points based system . If you are offered a role with one of the NLPSS partner trusts, as part of pre-employment checks your identity and right to work documentation will be verified remotely www.trustid.co.uk The Trust uses electronic new starter forms on Trac to collect personal details. Information collected is securely stored and used to set up the employee record on the ESR HR system. The Trust will request a DBS By applying for this post you are agreeing to Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust transferring the information contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system. If you are offered a job, information will also be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Records system. Please be aware of scams – unless specified above, we will only communicate with you via @recruit.trac.jobs or nhs.net e-mails and we will never ask you for any payments. Applications are welcome from people wishing to job share or work flexible patterns. We are committed to equal opportunities. Please note: Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job. Interview arrangements will be communicated via email so please check your email regularly following the closing date. Please be advised that due to exceptionally high demand, all Royal Free accommodation is at full capacity and waiting lists are being held. Average waiting times are 12 months. Please do not rely on Trust accommodation when you commence your role and ensure you investigate alternative accommodation for your arrival. Person specification Royal Free World Class Values Essential criteria Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Education & professional Qualifications Essential criteria 5 GCSEs or equivalent Desirable criteria EITS or Equivalent NVQ2 in Business Administration or Customer Care or equivalent Key Skills Level 2 in Literacy or equivalent Experience Essential criteria Experience of undertaking detailed, intensive work in a busy administrative environment Experience of using information technology such as Word and Excel in work-related activities Desirable criteria Experience of dealing sensitively with client/patient concerns in emotive and distressing circumstances Supervisory experience Skills and aptitudes Essential criteria Good organisational skills Ability to use own skill and judgement to select the most appropriate action from a range of alternative approaches Able to sustain meticulous attention to accuracy and detail Good level of verbal and written communication Good interpersonal and listening skills Able to handle difficult and distressing situations effectively Able to prioritise own workload to set and meet deadlines Able to compose correspondence and reports Able to work as part of a team Desirable criteria Able to present information to others Able to influence, advise and motivate others Documents Job description (, 229.5)PDFKB Person Specification (, 91.7)PDFKB Functional requirements (, 116.2)PDFKB Corporate, Admin & Clerical, Other - benefits, about RFL, values and governing objectives (, 935.8)PDFKB Further details / informal visits contact NameAlison BowmanJob titleOffice ManagerEmail address [email protected]Telephone number020 3758 2486Additional information Sameer Seth Service Manager [email protected] Tel: ext020 7794 0500 26765 #J-18808-Ljbffr Salary: GBP 25000 - 30000 per year

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