Materials Assistant

Salary: up to £22,553.56 (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

Materials Assistant

Full Time - Permanent

The Woodlands Hospital in Darlington is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

Circle Health Group are proud to be recognised as one of the UK’s 25 best big companies to work for and one of the 10 best companies to work for in the health and social care sector.

We have an opportunity for a Materials Assistant to join their team of staff in the Materials department.

This is a Full time role for 37.5 hours a week. The role holder will be required to cover a flexible shift pattern. 7-3, 8-4. 9-5 - Monday - Friday and occasional weekend

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Minimum of GSCE/O level Mathematics and English or equivalent
• Proficient in the use of a PC, including the use of software and systems
• Ability to use Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Excel
• Must have stock control experience or understanding
• Capable in using computers and computer software generally
• Able to work on own initiative without close supervision
• Able to prioritise workload
• Customer service skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Purchasing experience would be an advantage and good understanding of working in excel
• Flexible with working hours and physically fit

Duties of this role include:

• To be an active member of the Materials Department, involved in the day to day running of the department, providing an effective and high quality materials management service to all internal customers and ensuring that the overall objectives and KPIs of the Materials Department are achieved.
• To contribute to the effective management of hospital stock within the hospital, in order to facilitate an efficient supply of consumables to all departments.
• Ensure stock availability through the correct order processing and replenishing of pre-approved stock and products for central stores or on behalf of hospital departments
• Carry out departmental top ups to departments and wards on an agreed frequency as and when required
• Provide a Theatre Pick to Case Service

Salary & Benefits

Circle Health Group is committed to offering competitive starting salaries and access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:

• 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
• Private Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditions
• Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
• Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay
• Non-contributory life insurance
• Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits
• Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing
• Employee recognition programmes
• Industry leading training and development opportunities

…and much more!

“Our culture is a result of the way our people live and breathe our philosophy, which combines our purpose, principles and values.

To secure the maximum salary band, candidates must demonstrate they meet all the job criteria fully.

To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy”