About this role
Job summary
We seek to recruit a A&C Team Lead to work within the Northern Contraception, Sexual Health & HIV Service for Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT).
The successful candidate will join a dynamic, forward looking and well established service working with teams across Manchester, Salford and Trafford, and will be based at Trafford. The department provides services in partnership the local authority, voluntary sector organisations and other agencies that provide health and social care to meet the sexual and reproductive health needs of our local communities.
Main duties of the job
The A&C Team Lead is responsible for the day to day administrative management of sexual health, contraception and HIV services at Urmston Clinic and a number of spoke clinics, throughout Trafford.
To lead on the management of a team of administrative staff supporting the delivery of a large clinical service delivered from a range of clinical and non-traditional settings and to develop and implement policy for this area.
To ensure the smooth day to day running of clinical services and monitor service performance.
About us Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to shape your career. With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year. Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike. At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others. At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you're part of something bigger from day one.
Job description Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.
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Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
RSA Typing Level II or equivalent qualification. NVQ Level 4 Office Administration or recognised supervisory qualification
Desirable
ECDL qualification Medical Secretary qualification BSMS/AMSPAR
Experience Essential
Experience in an administrative/secretarial setting Experience of line management of staff.
Desirable
NHS/Health related administrative/secretarial experience Knowledge of medical terminology Supervisory experience
Skills and Attributes Essential
Experience in using computer packages Effective written communication skills The ability to deal with enquiries in a polite and diplomatic manner Ability to set and manage targets of others Ability to prioritise and organise work.
Desirable
Experience of using Inform, NHS spine and PAS.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address Urmston Clinic
74 Princess Road,
Urmston
M41 5SQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)