Job summary
- Main area
- Estates
- Grade
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 188-THQ1-0109-B
- Employer
- University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Southampton General Hospital
- Town
- Southampton
- Salary
- £25,147 - £27,596 pa pro rota
- Closing
- 31/07/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Carpenter
Band 4
Job overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for a detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
The Building Maintenance Department at Southampton General Hospital require qualified Carpenters to join our dedicated team on this modern healthcare estate. To keep the essential services running 24/7 you will enjoy working on a wide range of Carpentry works Trust wide.
Previous experience in an allied industry/application is desirable although not essential. You’ll be required to demonstrate completion of a formal apprenticeship or equivalent at interview. The core elements of the job description require a good knowledge in respect of Carpentry and construction.
Opportunities exist to learn new vocational skills and techniques through specialised training throughout the modern healthcare estate. In addition we promote and support individual academic learning for future career development opportunities.
Working for our organisation
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
What we are looking for
- Served a recognised apprenticeship in relevant Carpentry trade
- Level 3 (or higher) vocational trade certificate in Carpentry E.g., NVQ 3, C&G Level 3 or Equivalent
Armed Forces Qualification - To cover out of hour on call duties.
- Driving License desirable.
- Must be fit and be able to climb the ladder and work at heights.
For a more detailed description of what this role entails, please refer to the job description document.
Person specification
Qualifications / training required
Essential criteria
- Served a recognised apprenticeship in relevant Carpentry trade
- Level 3 (or higher) vocational trade certificate in Carpentry E.g., NVQ 3, C&G Level 3 or Equivalent Armed Forces Qualification
Desirable criteria
- All other relevant trade relate Certificates ( CSCS , PAMSA)
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential criteria
- Relevant and recent experience in a commercial/industrial maintenance post
- Proven experience 1st and 2nd fix installation and a in-depth knowledge of construction methods
Desirable criteria
- Relevant and Recent experience in healthcare
- Knowledge of other trade topics (Electrical, Welding, Construction etc)
Values
Essential criteria
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Ian Haythorne
- Job title
- Building Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 02381206607
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