Job vacancy: NOC Theatre stock controller, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford

Job summary

Main area: Supply chain management and Material control
Grade: NHS AfC: Band 4
Contract: Permanent: 37.5
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (potential need for 6 day working)
Job ref: 321-NOTSS-7856945-4

Employer: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre
Town: Oxford
Salary: Per Annum / Pro Rata
Closing: 19/06/2026 23:59

NOC Theatre stock controller

NHS AfC: Band 4

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

Many of our recruitment programmes use Value Based Interviewing to identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visit www.ouh.nhs.uk/about/vision-and-values

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Ensure that access to the computerised traceability and stock management system is monitored and that the correct security procedures for access to the system are followed at all times in line with the Data Protection Act 2018 including GDPR and the Code of Practice on Confidentiality.
Responsible for placing orders, receiving, checking, safe storage, and correct distribution of all surgical consumable materials. The ward matron and team leaders will determine the levels of stored materials within the agreed budgets.
To ensure that all stock is stored according to the manufacturers’ storage recommendations.
To responsibly co-ordinate the ordering and delivery of high cost surgical consumable materials.
Checking on receipt of goods that items are correct and undamaged, recording this information via the computerized stock management system.
To respond to requests for all stores services, including arranging couriers and ensuring the security of storage boxes/containers and their direct return to NHS supplies and companies.
Ensure frequent stock rotation to minimize waste.
Ensure that storage areas are kept clean and tidy, using daily damp dusting and discarding and removing rubbish/cardboard packaging.
Organising and undertaking all annual materials management audits.
Ensure that all materials management complaints/incident reports are investigated, actioned and archived correctly.
Managing Loan kits and invoices

Person specification

essential and diseriable

Essential criteria

Must have previous experience working in procurement and stock control
Has good IT skills
Good written and spoken english
Good Communication/people skills

Essential and Desirable

Desirable criteria

Previously worked in the NHS would be advantageous

Sexual Safety Charter: In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles

Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Visa and Immigration: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is able to offer Certificates of Sponsorship for all eligible roles for a Skilled Worker Visa without exception, provided the role meets the minimum salary and skill level criteria set by the Home Office (UKVI). All eligible candidates will be considered with equal consideration at all stages of the application and recruitment process. Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers / Work in the UK - GOV.UK

COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.

Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study. Please note that if you have previously worked for the Trust we will require a reference from your last Manager, this information is essential if your offer of employment is to be confirmed.

To note: Applicants must write their own applications. If AI tools are used, the application may be rejected as this document is crucial for assessment. This does not prevent you from seeking support via AI with applications for the purposes of any disability and/or long-term health conditions.

When using AI to help write your application, it is important to personalise it, especially your supporting statement. While AI can simplify the process, it will not fully understand the job's requirements and/or be able to showcase your skills, knowledge, and experience. Write your statement to show why you are interested in the role and how you would be a valued member of the team/OUH employee.

No unsolicited recruitment agency telephone calls or emails.

Stonewall equality policy. Equality and justice for lesbians, gay men, bisexual and trans people.

Applicant requirements

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Application numbers

Please note that this job advertisement will close automatically once the application limit is reached, regardless of whether this occurs before the advertised closing date.

Documents to download

B4 NOC Theatres Stock Controller (PDF, 632.5KB)

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name: Vsatish Yakkalakota
Job title: Deputy Head of supply chain
Email address: [email protected]
Telephone number: 01865234715
Additional information: Contact by Email

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