Job summary

You will be joining an organisation that is in the midst of its most ambitious programme of change yet. You will join a small team of highly skilled Database Administrators based at NHS Blood & Transplant ICTs Database Centre of Excellence in Bristol.

Reporting to the Lead Data Engineer, you will be supporting databases that form part of a critical organ allocation system as well as assisting our development teams as they take NHS Blood & Transplants systems into the future...

Within our Scaled Agile model you'll help to ensure that best practice is adopted in the design and delivery of all aspects of our database systems.NHSBT has a very successful track record in benefits delivery. You will be joining an organisation that is used to working within a controlled methodology but will also have the opportunity to shape the emerging agenda and influence the shape of things to come.

This is a hybrid role, you may be based at any NHS Blood & Transplant main centres, to be agreed at interview.

Main duties of the job

In this role your responsibilities will include: -

Developing the design policies and for ensuring that those policies are followed when the databases are developed Implementing of all aspects of the design of the Authoritys major Oracle databases, including logical, physical and security models. Working with other Solutions Delivery colleagues to help customers to articulate their requirements for business systems, including explaining to customers and others the complexity of database design and performance Assisting in the staff development of the Database Technologies team through regular mentoring of colleagues. Working with the Lead Data Engineer to ensure that this best practice is implemented across their team. Deputising for the Lead Data Engineer in their absence, standing in for them as required in operational matters and at meetings.

You will be required to travel and spend time away from base, which will involve working irregular hours and overnight stays when required, with prior notice.

About us

It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, youll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.

Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do. By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.

You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification for the full personal attributes we require for the role. You will need to demonstrate these throughout the recruitment process.

What we offer:

NHSBT promotes flexible working opportunities where the role will allow. 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years service and to 33 days after 10 years. NHS pension scheme. The NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns) Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: Weve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. Its open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Sunday 22nd December 2024. Shortlisting will take place on or around 23rd December 2024. Interviews are anticipated to be held w/c Monday 6th January 2025 subject to confirmation For informal enquiries please contact Hannah Richards, Lead Data Engineer at

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related subject Qualifications or courses attended in Oracle Database Administration Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD)

Experience

Essential

Significant experience in an Oracle DBA environment, including database design, physical layout, security, performance monitoring and improvement Experience of database query/procedural language skills Oracle PL/SQL and SQL Experience of producing user and technical documentation