Role Overview

Rota Coordinator supporting the Planned, Surgical and Children’s Directorate at Harrogate District Hospital. Responsible for staff scheduling, rostering and time‑keeping to ensure 24/7 coverage and compliance with NHS regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive rota schedule for junior and middle‑grade doctors.
• Ensure adequate staffing levels for 24/7 coverage, taking hospital guidelines and junior doctor working‑time regulations into account.
• Coordinate annual leave requests and distribute shifts evenly among team members.
• Act as primary point of contact for doctors regarding rota changes, shift swaps and leave requests.
• Collaborate with senior management, senior and junior medical staff and administrative personnel to achieve effective communication and coordination.
• Stay current with employment laws, guidelines and regulations to ensure rota compliance.