Special Feed Unit Assistant

3 weeks ago

Sheffield, United Kingdom Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

You will work in as part of a team and on your on to provide high quality service in the preparation and delivery of Specialist Infant feeds/formulas to the wards at Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust.

You will ensure high standards of accuracy in preparation, as well as cleanliness and hygiene.

Main duties of the job

Maintain high levels of hygiene and cleanliness with in the SFU

Ensure the accurate preparation of special feeds as requested by dietitians, nursing staff in accordance to the needs of the patient.

Carry out necessary checks, to ensure this, stock, and equipment including, freezers dishwasher, blast chillers.

Deliver feeds to the wards daily, collecting and disposing off unused feed

The SFU is under the management of the dietetic department, and is staffed 7 days per week. There are currently 4 SFU assistants. At present each works , working 4 or 5 shifts per week, on a 4 week rota system, covering 1 weekend in 4.

During the week there are usually at least two staff on duty but during times of annual leave or sickness staff may need to work alone. At weekends/Bank holidays the SFU is staffed by 1 SFU assistant only. Bank holidays are covered on a rotational basis.

About us

Sheffield Children's is one of three independent, specialist paediatric hospitals in the country, providing dedicated healthcare for children and young people across community, mental health and acute specialist settings.

We have three overarching aims that set the direction for the Trust in our vision "to create a healthier future for children and young people."

Outstanding patient care Brilliant place to work Leader in children's health

Our commitment to rewarding colleagues is demonstrated through our brilliant reward and benefits offer including; generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme and access to salary sacrifice schemes such as cycle to work and lease cars.

We are committed to supporting colleagues from different heritages and lifestyles while at work. This is supported through the offer we have in place for flexible working and the three equality network groups we have in place. Colleagues are encouraged to join these groups and request flexible working.

Job description

Job responsibilities

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

To maintain a high level of cleanliness and hygiene within the SFU:

Carry out daily, weekly, and fortnightly cleaning, adhering to specified schedules and methods. Record cleaning done in SFU cleaning manual.

Disinfect feed preparation equipment: wash equipment by hand, place in disinfector unit, pack into clean storage drawers without contamination.

Ensure that special feeds are prepared accurately, hygienically and according to the needs of the patient:

Take and record accurate feed orders from the wards

Liaise with dietetic, nursing and pharmacy staff to ensure that the correct feeds are mixed and delivered in a timely manner

Prepare accurate, legible feed labels for each special feed

Carry out a daily checks - blast chiller, disinfector and fridges and freezers are operating correctly

Prepare infant formulas and special dietetic feeds according to specified hygiene and mixing procedures in the SFU

Deliver feeds and feeding equipment to the wards

To maintain satisfactory stock levels within the SFU

Facilitate monitoring of all procedures carried out within the SFU

Inclusive Recruitment & Selection

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and accurate data capture is an important part of that to ensure we are supportive and representative. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants can see themselves in the available categories on our application form, but we recognise that some of our data capture fields are not inclusive. We have flagged this with our system provider to ask for change.

We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager:

We are continually reviewing our recruitment & selection process to support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you have any ideas for improvement, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert at

Trust Values

The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:

Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

GCSE A-C English and Maths or level 2 Committed to completing competency packages as per job role

Desirable

Basic food hygiene course

Experience

Essential

Dealing with enquiries, both face to face and on the telephone

Desirable

Previous hospital experience Previous feed/food production

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Ability to measure fluids and weigh powders accurately. Knowledge of health and safety and maintaining a safe environment Basic IT skills which include competency at using Word and email and commitment to learning advanced IT skills. Ability to show initiative, work independently and be responsible for own work load Knowledge of health and safety and maintaining a safe environment Able to work as a member of a team and alone Ability to prioritise workload and have good time management time Knowledge of Safeguarding for children and/or young adults Ability to demonstrate knowledge of infection control principles Display a non-judgmental attitude towards children / families / carers / colleagues Ability to accept instructions and supervision and undertake delegated tasks Ability to pay attention to detail. Ability to deal with conflicting and difficult situations

Desirable

Current Food hygiene certificate Previously worked in a Health / Social Care multidisciplinary team setting and contributed in team meetings Advanced IT skills ie Level 2 IT qualification

Personal Attributes

Essential

Willingness to work flexibly in approach and working hours/pattern

Desirable

Previously worked in a flexible working pattern environment

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