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Job summary

Main area
Administration
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 6
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
202-8090117
Employer
South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Trust HQ
Town
Exeter
Salary
£39,959 - £48,117 / per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
29/07/2026 23:59

Employer heading

South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust logo

Resourcing Technical Compliance and Systems Supervisor

NHS AfC: Band 6

Job overview

We are seeking a specialist Resourcing Technical Compliance and Systems Supervisor to lead the effective operation, security, and development of the Trust’s resourcing and rostering systems. The post holder will be the Trust’s expert for GRS, acting as the first point of contact for system queries, enhancements, and user access governance, while keeping abreast of market developments and advising on best‑fit solutions.

This pivotal role will ensure the accurate recording and management of contracted hours, bank and overtime hours, and all absence data, with accountability for pay accuracy in line with Agenda for Change, contractual terms, Trust policies, and legal requirements.

As a workforce data specialist, you will ensure the availability of high‑quality workforce information to support effective workforce and vehicle utilisation, service planning, performance monitoring, and service development across the Trust.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will maintain expert knowledge of roster and workforce systems, monitoring developments across the marketplace and advising the Trust on the most suitable resourcing solutions. Acting as the first point of contact for all GRS system queries and enhancements, the role holds responsibility for system security, including the setup, maintenance, and review of user access rights.

The role ensures the accurate recording of contracted, bank and overtime hours, as well as all absence data, and is accountable for ensuring pay accuracy in line with Agenda for Change, contractual terms, Trust policies, and legal requirements.

The post holder will also ensure the provision of high‑quality workforce data to support workforce and vehicle utilisation, service planning, performance monitoring, and service development.

Working for our organisation

Working for our Trust is an experience like no other. We deliver emergency and urgent care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, across the largest ambulance region in England. Handling an average of 2,650 incidents every day, we are passionate about delivering outstanding care and continuously improving outcomes for our patients.

Our commitment to excellence sits at the heart of our new five‑year strategy, placing continuous improvement in patient care at its core. If you’re looking to make a real difference to people’s lives while working in a beautiful and diverse part of the country, we’d love to hear from you.

In return, we offer the training, resources, and development you need to thrive, supported by our award‑winning Staying Well Service.

Benefits include:

  • Competitive NHS salary
  • Generous annual leave (up to 307.5 hours with long service)
  • Pay enhancements for out‑of‑hours, shift, and overtime working
  • NHS Pension Scheme
  • Career and salary progression opportunities
  • Car leasing scheme
  • Access to a wide range of UK‑wide discounts

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information about this role please see the attached job description and person specification.

 

Right to work/Certificate of sponsorship 
This role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under current Home Office regulations. You must have the existing right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.

For further information on visa sponsorship and eligibility, please refer to the UK Government guidance on Skilled Worker visas: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Person specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Educated to degree level or an equivalent level of experience in Project Management
  • Evidence of continuing professional development
  • Evidence of competency in IT or Data entry – such as NVQ in Business Admin, CLAIT, C&G ECDL or equivalent experience
  • Project or Programme management qualification (Prince2, Agile, MSP, MoP, LEAD or other) or desire to work towards it
Desirable criteria
  • Full Driving License

Previous Experience

Essential criteria
  • Experience and knowledge in the areas of rota design
  • Experience and knowledge in flexible working legislation, implementation, and management
Desirable criteria
  • NHS Experience
  • Scheduling or resource management experience
  • Experience working within strict policy or legislation such as Working Time Directives

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Apprenticeships logoNo smoking policyAge positiveInvestors in People: GoldImproving working livesMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Armed Forces Covenant

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Paul Jackson
Job title
Head of Operational Scheduling
Email address
[email protected]
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