Band 3 Face Fit Tester

The Methodist Church in Britain; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Generous benefits

Advanced training

Career progression across a large NHS

Job summary

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 3 Face Fit Testing Officer to join the Health and Safety Team. The role focuses on testing staff who wear FFP3 respirators, with responsibilities for recording results and ensuring compliance across the Trust.

You will work mainly at one hospital with travel to other sites as needed, and may train toward a recognised face fit testing qualification. Strong communication and data skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 4 GCSEs including Maths and English at grade C or equivalent
• Willingness to train for a recognised face fit testing qualification (quantitative and qualitative)

Responsibilities

• Carry out face fit testing for staff who wear FFP3 respirators, accurately and to established procedures
• Deliver quantitative and qualitative face fit testing, including PAPRs where required
• Help oversee the delivery, development and compliance of an effective face fit testing service across the Trust
• Work with the Face Fit Team Lead to deliver a safe, effective and compliant testing service
• Maintain accurate testing records and monitor testing requirements
• Make sure staff remain up to date with face fit testing
• Help staff understand and use respiratory protective equipment safely and effectively
• Work with Health and Safety, Infection Prevention and Control, and Procurement colleagues to give consistent advice and support
• Engage and encourage staff to attend testing, developing new approaches to improve attendance
• Travel to other Trust sites to meet service needs

Skills

Clear communication

MS Office

Data entry

Decision making

Team player

Education

GCSEs incl Maths & English

Tools

ESR

Freelearn

Job description

This Band 3 post sits in the new Face Fit Testing Team within the Health and Safety Team at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. The role centres on fit testing staff who wear FFP3 respirators, including quantitative, qualitative and PAPR testing, and keeping accurate records to support compliance. Based mainly at one of the three main hospitals chosen by the applicant, with travel to other sites as service needs require. Candidates without a fit testing qualification must be willing to train for a recognised one.

What the job involves

• Carry out face fit testing for staff who wear FFP3 respirators, accurately and to established procedures
• Deliver quantitative and qualitative face fit testing, including PAPRs where required
• Help oversee the delivery, development and compliance of an effective face fit testing service across the Trust
• Work with the Face Fit Team Lead to deliver a safe, effective and compliant testing service
• Maintain accurate testing records and monitor testing requirements
• Make sure staff remain up to date with face fit testing
• Help staff understand and use respiratory protective equipment safely and effectively
• Work with Health and Safety, Infection Prevention and Control, and Procurement colleagues to give consistent advice and support
• Engage and encourage staff to attend testing, developing new approaches to improve attendance
• Travel to other Trust sites to meet service needs

What’s required

Qualifications

• 4 GCSEs including Maths and English at grade C, or an equivalent standard such as GNVQ Level 3 or similar
• Willingness to complete formal training for a recognised quantitative and qualitative face fit testing qualification

Skills & knowledge

• Clear, concise communicator with good listening skills and the ability to adapt style to different audiences
• Confident using Microsoft Office
• Accurate data entry and confident use of data management systems
• Using initiative to make decisions and recognising when support is needed
• Engaging and inspiring staff to take part in face fit testing
• Working effectively in a busy environment

Other

• Team player who works collaboratively and supports team objectives
• Working independently, following procedures and meeting deadlines
• Maintaining confidentiality and keeping sensitive information secure
• Strong self-awareness and emotional intelligence
• Professional, positive approach and commitment to continuous personal development
• Compassionate, open-minded and respectful towards colleagues, patients, carers and relatives; promotes equality, diversity and inclusion

Nice to have

• Valid quantitative and qualitative fit tester qualification from a Fit2Fit accredited trainer
• Experience working in the NHS or another public sector environment
• Previous face fit testing experience
• Experience using ESR, Freelearn or similar data management systems
• Experience delivering training and working with a wide range of people
• Awareness of health and safety requirements within a healthcare setting

What’s offered

• Flexible hours
• Generous benefits
• Next level training
• Career opportunities across a large, multi-site Trust
• Forward-thinking approach to working around your lifestyle