Assistant Project Coordinator
Job Description
Job title: Assistant Project Coordinator
Company: NHS
Job description: This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Project Coordinator to joinan experienced Workforce Development Education and Training Team. The priority of the team is to lead and deliver on the CNMO objectives to uphold professional standards and compliance across our nursing, midwifery and AHP workforce.The role includes supporting the Project Coordinator to achieve the designated objectives in a timely manner.Main duties of the jobYou will be required to work closely with the Project Coordinator, Practice Development Nurses/Leads, Clinical Skills and Learning Facilitators with the continuous development of our improvement and quality standards. You will also support the team with delivery and achievement of NHS England’s and Chief Nursing Officer for England’s objectives:Supporting in delivering the highest quality and standard of care.To use all relevant Trust software packages and systems to support the objectives of Trust corporate agenda.The Workforce Development Education and Training team is fast paced and all members are required to be multi-skilled, proactive and enthusiastic.About usWe are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is ‘great healthcare from great people’. Everything we do is guided by our values: ‘People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called ‘We care’. It’s about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We’re looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.Date posted15 November 2024Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 3Salary£24,071 to £25,674 a year per annumContractFixed termDuration12 monthsWorking patternFull-time, Part-time, Flexible workingReference number344-0661CORJob locationsTrust wideKent & Canterbury Hospital, Ethelbert Rd, CanterburyCanterburyCT1 3NGJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will also support the team with delivery and achievement of NHS Englands and Chief Nursing Officer for Englands objectives:Supporting in delivering the highest quality and standard of care.To use all relevant Trust software packages and systems to support the objectives of Trust corporate agenda.The Workforce Development Education and Training team is fast paced and all members are required to be multi-skilled, proactive and enthusiastic. The role of an Assistant Project Coordinator consists of the below key duties:o Support the WDET Healthroster allocations and maintain up to date templateso Act as an expert and positive role model for all staff.o Promote excellent customer care sharing knowledge/experiences with others and assist in training to promote a better-quality service.o To manage own workload on a daily basis to ensure all telephone calls, emails and appointments are dealt with in an appropriate and timely manner.o Participate in the development and delivery of appropriate record keeping and spreadsheets for all staff to promote professional development.o Confidence in taking telephone calls with intention to resolve issues and escalating appropriately.o To undertake work associated with the Trusts Chief Nursing Midwifery Officer .o Ensure accuracy in giving and receiving messages.o To be able to use relevant systems and Microsoft Office programmes to a high standard, specifically with the use of Excel.o Understanding of NHS England CPD funding allocations and Trust processes and liaising with Academic Education Institutes to ensure seamless communication.o To ensure WDET team information is kept up to date and accessible.o Ensuring Clinical Governance standards are met by maintaining DATIX and Health and Safety in the department.o Provide positive motivation, training and support to new and junior staff in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.o Show empathy to individuals requiring more training/time to fully understand processes.o Miscellaneous tasks relevant to the post as directed by Associate Director of Workforce Development Education and Training team. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will also support the team with delivery and achievement of NHS Englands and Chief Nursing Officer for Englands objectives:Supporting in delivering the highest quality and standard of care.To use all relevant Trust software packages and systems to support the objectives of Trust corporate agenda.The Workforce Development Education and Training team is fast paced and all members are required to be multi-skilled, proactive and enthusiastic. The role of an Assistant Project Coordinator consists of the below key duties:o Support the WDET Healthroster allocations and maintain up to date templateso Act as an expert and positive role model for all staff.o Promote excellent customer care sharing knowledge/experiences with others and assist in training to promote a better-quality service.o To manage own workload on a daily basis to ensure all telephone calls, emails and appointments are dealt with in an appropriate and timely manner.o Participate in the development and delivery of appropriate record keeping and spreadsheets for all staff to promote professional development.o Confidence in taking telephone calls with intention to resolve issues and escalating appropriately.o To undertake work associated with the Trusts Chief Nursing Midwifery Officer .o Ensure accuracy in giving and receiving messages.o To be able to use relevant systems and Microsoft Office programmes to a high standard, specifically with the use of Excel.o Understanding of NHS England CPD funding allocations and Trust processes and liaising with Academic Education Institutes to ensure seamless communication.o To ensure WDET team information is kept up to date and accessible.o Ensuring Clinical Governance standards are met by maintaining DATIX and Health and Safety in the department.o Provide positive motivation, training and support to new and junior staff in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.o Show empathy to individuals requiring more training/time to fully understand processes.o Miscellaneous tasks relevant to the post as directed by Associate Director of Workforce Development Education and Training team.Person SpecificationQualifications & TrainingEssential
- Educated to GSCE Level English and Maths (A-C) or equivalent
Desirable
- Evidence of Customer Service Training/working in a Customer Service environment
Skills & ExperienceEssential
- Ability to use Microsoft Office Packages (detail of experience with software required)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload to meet set deadlines and objectives
- Ability to work independently and within a team in a shared office space with clinical staff
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS digital and organisational systems
- Ability to accurately follow procurement processes and guidance to achieve desired outcomes
- Knowledge of NHS/Trust processes for information governance
- Understanding of the current priorities and objectives of the Trust
Person SpecificationQualifications & TrainingEssential
- Educated to GSCE Level English and Maths (A-C) or equivalent
Desirable
- Evidence of Customer Service Training/working in a Customer Service environment
Skills & ExperienceEssential
- Ability to use Microsoft Office Packages (detail of experience with software required)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload to meet set deadlines and objectives
- Ability to work independently and within a team in a shared office space with clinical staff
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS digital and organisational systems
- Ability to accurately follow procurement processes and guidance to achieve desired outcomes
- Knowledge of NHS/Trust processes for information governance
- Understanding of the current priorities and objectives of the Trust
Expected salary: £24071 – 25674 per year
Location: Canterbury
