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Job summary

Main area
Facilities
Grade
Band 4
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday- Friday 08.00-16.00)
Job ref
267-CS7076520
Employer
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Littlemore Mental Health Centre
Town
Oxford
Salary
£26,530 - £29,114 per annum | pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
Today at 23:59

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Contract Monitoring Administrator

Band 4

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust has been rated as Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

We are a responsive and innovative Foundation Trust that places our values of Caring, Safe and Excellent at the heart of everything we do. We take great pride in our staff and believe that investing in you is key to us achieving our vision of outstanding care delivered by outstanding people.

We work with a wide range of partner organisations to deliver care and support to people in their own homes and from a number of hospitals and community bases. We focus on delivering care as close to home as possible for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.

We actively support anti-racism, equality, diversity, and inclusion so, if you’re excited about this job opportunity and you meet our Trust values, but feel unsure about applying, then please get in touch and we will be happy to have a conversation with you.

We are also committed to increasing diversity in the workforce, that is why we actively encourage applications from those groups of people who are currently under-represented, which include amongst others: people with disabilities; men from all socio-economic backgrounds; people from diverse ethnic backgrounds; and people from the LGBTQIA+ community.

Good luck and we hope to hear from you.


 

Job overview

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Contract Monitoring Administrator to support the delivery of high-quality Facilities Contracts across the Trust’s estate.

You'll be responsible for carrying out auditing of cleaning across Trust sites in Oxfordshire, to ensure all site services achieve high standards, are within budget and meet Infection Control and Trust standards.

You'll be monitoring performance of external providers, ensuring compliance with contractual agreements, and supporting the management of facilities contracts. You'll liaise with contractors and internal teams to resolve issues, process purchase orders and invoices, and maintain accurate records. Strong communication skills are essential as you will attend contract meetings, take minutes, and manage action logs.

We are looking for a motivated individual with excellent analytical and organisational skills. You should have experience in an administrative function, working with Microsoft Office and bespoke IT systems. The ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines is crucial. Experience in healthcare or facilities management is desirable but not essential.

If you are ready for a rewarding challenge and want to contribute to the success of our Trust, we would love to hear from you! 

Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.  

Main duties of the job

  • Responsible for carrying out auditing of cleaning across Trust sites in Oxfordshire, to ensure all site services achieve high standards, are within budget and meet Infection Control and Trust standards
  • Compile action plans for all remedial actions required.
  • Responsible for carrying out audits to ensure KPIs are being met and supporting the management teams in meetings and taking notes, assist in procurement and Health and safety management
  • Communicate with contractors and internal workforce to answer any questions relating to a contract.
  • Using several internal software systems, including our Seeker system, Share and E-financials, contractor portals to interrogate information.
  • Raising purchase orders, receipting and reconciling invoices for the purchase order.
  • Communication with colleagues in Estates & Facilities, customers and suppliers for planning and booking maintenance works for out Soft FM Contracts.
  • Manage the diary for team and contractor/supplied meetings. Book rooms, diary management, prepare agendas and any relevant documents for contract meetings, including minutes of contract meetings.
  • Send out Customer satisfaction surveys, collate result and report findings to contract manager, identifying items that require attention and action.

Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties 

Working for our organisation

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the “candidate guide to making an application” and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”

Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent”

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

  • Excellent opportunities for career progression
  • Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
  • 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
  • NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
  • Competitive pension scheme
  • Lease car scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Mental Health First Aiders
  • Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
  • Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the “supporting statement” element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.

The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

Person specification

Essential

Essential criteria
  • Recognised Computer/Word and Excel Training
  • Organisational Skills
  • Experience in maintaining and updating paper electronic data /information systems
  • Administration Experience
  • Strong Communication skills
  • Car- Driver
Desirable criteria
  • Experience within NHS
  • Knowledge of cleaning and waste processes
  • Knowledge of NHS Cleaning Standards

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Further Training or Education
  • Administration Skills

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Apprenticeships logoNo smoking policyPositive about disabled peopleCare quality commission - GoodArmed Forces Covenant Gold AwardMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Disability confident employerStep into healthNHS 75th BirthdayDefence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) - Gold

Applicant requirements

This post will require a submission for Disclosure to be made to check for any unspent criminal convictions.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Samantha Wilcox
Job title
Acting Facilities Support Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
07917426596
Additional information

At Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust we want to employ people not just with experience, but with the aptitude and motivation to succeed and whose values resonate with our own.

Therefore, if you don’t meet all the requirements of the role and are unsure about applying but are excited about the opportunity, please do get in touch. We will be happy to discuss the requirements in more detail ahead of making a written application. 

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