Fit Tester

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust Fit Tester The closing date is 13 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Fit Tester to join our Fit Testing Department, supporting staff across London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust. This role is primarily based at Northwick Park Hospital, with occasional travel to other Trust sites (approximately twice per month) to meet service needs. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring staff safety by delivering high-quality respiratory protective equipment (RPE) fit testing services. This includes both qualitative and quantitative fit testing for tight-fitting respirators, as well as supporting the maintenance, management, and use of Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs). You will provide training and guidance to staff on the correct use of RPE, including donning and doffing techniques, mask suitability, and safe handling and storage. Additionally, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate records, monitoring compliance, and ensuring equipment is properly maintained and available. This role requires excellent communication, organisation, and customer service skills, as you will work closely with clinical and non-clinical teams across the Trust to deliver an efficient and reliable service. You will also contribute to the upkeep and routine maintenance of RPE, including PAPR systems, ensuring they are safe, functional, and ready for use at all times. Main duties of the job Responsible for fit testing staff to ensure that respirators (re-usable and disposable masks) fit their face using either the qualitative and quantitative fit testing methods in accordance to HSE INDG 479 Routinely replace reusable masks filters Accurately record outcomes of fit testing (this may include paper records, spreadsheets and databases). Review records relating to fit testing to identify staff who are due for routine retesting or have not been tested on new masks available within the Trust stock. Maintain Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) and Fit Testing equipment to ensure sufficient testing equipment is ordered to continue fit testing staff trust wide Communicate key messages to all wards and specialities regarding fit testing Train staff with fit checking the masks Train Staff in usage and management of PAPRs Undertake other duties as requested and appropriate to the role and/or as delegated About us London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond. Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people. We run major acute services at: Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country. The hospital provides a full range of services including the country's top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units in the UK St Mark's Hospital: an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, and specialist care at Meadow House Hospice Central Middlesex Hospital: our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services and collocated with an urgent ca