University Hospital Southampton NHS FT - Southampton

PermanentPart time

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Job Title: Operational Coordinator Contract Type: Permanent Under current Home Office rules, this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team in the surgery Care Group within the GI services teams as an Operational Coordinator. We are seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking person to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual who thrives in a fast paced environment and is passionate about improving patient pathways, enhancing service delivery and driving continuous improvement. You will be a proactive problem solver, confident in addressing ad hoc challenges, escalating risks where needed and championing new ways of working. You will have strong organisational skills, the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines and a commitment to excellence and service improvement. As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted. We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalising your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information. The successful candidate will be responsible for; Candidate should have strong organisational skills, be able to multitask and excellent time management. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative and solution based approach. Analytical and proven attention to detail. Can interpret complex data and information. Effective leadership and people management skills with a proactive and enthusiastic approach to service improvement and innovation. This advert closes on Thursday 3 Sep 2026

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT - Southampton

PermanentPart time

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trustis delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Job Title: Cardiac Physiologist Contract Type: Permanent Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as a fast-track cath lab and cardiac rhythm management (CRM) physiologist at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). The successful applicant will be a newly qualified cardiac physiologist or be due to graduate from the practitioner training program later this year. Technical Cardiology is a department of 80 physiologists, administrators, students, and support colleagues, and you will be joining a team of 19 physiologists specialising in cath lab and CRM. Most full time cardiac physiologists at UHS work four days of 8am-6pm. As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted. We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalising your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information. The first six months in post will be focused on becoming independent at the more basic cath lab procedures and CRM device follow-up. The second six months will concentrate on more advanced CRM device follow-up and cath lab procedures with a view to joining the on-call service by the end of the first year in post. All physiologists working within EP/CRM are actively encouraged and assisted to undertake BHRS and/or IBHRE exams and are fully supported with their PDP. We are extensively involved in device trials and research, including becoming the first UK centre to implant the leadless Empower pacemaker in 2022. CRM device follow-up at UHS incorporates all aspects of post implant care including onsite and remote follow-up of adult and paediatric/ACHD patients. Devices followed-up range from simple ILRs through to CRT-Ds and subcutaneous ICDs. We have the largest CIED remote follow-up population in the UK. Device implants in the cath lab include ILRs; pacemakers (including leadless and conduction system); ICDs (transvenous and extravascular); CRT-P/Ds (CS and endocardial LV leads); complex paediatric/ACHD implants and pulmonary artery monitors. The CRM physiologists also support the regional lead extraction service and surgical epicardial device implants. We have 5 dedicated cardiac catheter laboratories (with two specialising in CRM). There are five Consultant Electrophysiologists (plus two visiting Consultants from other Trusts) and four Heart Failure Consultants, all of whom implant complex devices. As such, the CIED patient population is set to continue expanding rapidly over the next few years. Other cath lab procedures at UHS include all aspects of coronary diagnostic and interventional procedures (including 24/7 primary angioplasty), in addition to other emergency procedures such as temporary pacing and pericardiocentisis. We also perform an extensive range of diagnostic EP studies and ablations; heart failure diagnostics and structural intervention including TAVI, MVR, and TVR. We are very fortunate to be one of only a few select centres in the UK to perform paediatric diagnostic and interventional procedures, in addition to ACHD patients. The post will be particularly suited to PTP students that have enjoyed their cath lab and CRM time on placement and would like to focus on these areas of cardiac physiology post qualification with a view to progressing quickly. Part-time applicants are welcomed and will be looked at on an individual basis. For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for This advert closes on Sunday 20 Sep 2026

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT - Southampton

PermanentPart time

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for detailed job description of the role. Wessex Clinical Genetics Service is delighted to be recruiting a Band 5 Genomic Practitioner. Based in the Clinical Genetics department within the Princess Anne Hospital, the Genomic Practitioner will work within the Genomes team to facilitate and organise whole genome sequencing testing for a wide variety patients across the Wessex region. The main function of this role is to speak to patients and their families to discuss genetic testing as well as options to be involved in research and documenting their choices. This will mostly be over the telephone, however, you may be required to see patients face-to-face in clinic or ward settings. The Genomes team is mostly a small team of Genomic practitioners, lead by a specialist nurse. We are based within the Wessex Clinical Genetics Service and work closely with consultant geneticists and genetic counsellors, as well as many clinicians within other specialities. Our team receives over a thousand referrals a year for whole genome sequencing from many different clinicians around the Wessex region. Informal enquiries are encouraged. As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted. We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalising your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information. What you’ll do With guidance from the Genomics Specialist Nurse and wider departmental team, you will involved in (but not necessarily limited to): - Discussing whole genome sequencing with patients with rare diseases/cancer so that they can make informed choices about their care, and documenting patient choices. - Explaining complex scientific information to patients in an understandable and sensitive manner. - Organising samples for genetic testing. - Involvement/coordination of multidisciplinary team meetings. - Possibility for opportunities to get involved with teaching opportunities, audits, service evaluations etc. You will need to have a relevant scientific or clinical background and demonstrate that you can communicate complex information effectively whilst working within your scope of practice. This advert closes on Wednesday 9 Sep 2026

Hull and East Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust - Hull/Scunthorpe/Grimsby

ContractFull time

This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished operational leader to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare delivery across Humber Health Partnership (HHP). As Head of Operations, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for a portfolio of complex improvement, transformation, and service redesign programmes that support the delivery of high-quality, efficient, and sustainable services. Working closely with the Chief Delivery Officer, Executive colleagues, clinical leaders, and system partners, you will drive organisational priorities relating to operational performance, productivity, patient flow, elective recovery, clinical support services, and financial sustainability. You will lead large-scale change programmes across organisational boundaries, translating strategic objectives into measurable improvements for patients, staff, and services. The role requires a dynamic and influential leader with the ability to build strong relationships, inspire teams, and deliver results in a complex and evolving healthcare environment. With responsibility for governance, programme delivery, performance management, and benefits realisation, you will play a key role in ensuring HHP continues to deliver operational excellence while driving innovation and transformation across the partnership. Interviews are due to be held w/c 14th September 2026. • Lead major operational improvement and transformation programmes delivering measurable improvements in performance, quality, productivity, and patient experience. • Support the Chief Delivery Officer in delivering organisational objectives, ensuring operational priorities and performance standards are achieved. • Drive performance improvement initiatives across clinical and corporate services, monitoring delivery against key performance indicators and milestones. • Provide assurance on programme delivery and benefits realisation, identifying risks and implementing mitigating actions. • Lead complex service redesign programmes and support the development of future operating models and innovative models of care. • Establish and maintain governance and risk management arrangements, ensuring compliance with NHS regulatory and organisational requirements. • Develop Board and Executive-level reports and assurance documentation, providing insight into programme performance, risks, and opportunities. • Lead financially sustainable improvement initiatives, supporting productivity, efficiency, Cost Improvement Programmes, and business cases. • Build strong partnerships with clinical, operational, corporate, and external stakeholders, promoting collaborative working across organisational and system boundaries. • Provide visible and inspirational leadership, leading multidisciplinary teams and fostering operational excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement. The Humber Health Partnership is one of the largest acute and community Partnership arrangements in the NHS, seeing well over one million patients every year and managing a budget of over £1.3 billion. Made up of two Trusts - Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG) and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (HUTH) - our Partnership has significant ambitions and is committed to delivering world-class hospital and community services for the 1.65 million people we serve. Together we employ nearly 20,000 staff. Our five main hospital sites are Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Scunthorpe General Hospital and Goole and District Hospital, for NLAG and Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital for HUTH. As Teaching Hospitals working with the Hull York Medical School, we both lead and contribute to research in many areas - biomedical research, primary care, palliative medicine, cardiovascular and respiratory medicine, vascular surgery, cancer surgery and oncology. We believe that by developing a diverse, inclusive, innovative, skilled and caring workforce, we can deliver excellent care to our patients and a great future for our employees, our Partnership and our community. This role requires an inspirational and visible leader who can create engagement, build trust and deliver results. You will: • Demonstrate values-based leadership. • Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. • Coach and develop senior operational leaders. • Inspire teams through periods of change. • Lead complex negotiations with confidence and credibility. • Support organisational learning and innovation. • Champion equality, diversity and inclusion. You will have the resilience, adaptability and professional judgement required to manage competing priorities whilst maintaining focus on organisational objectives. This advert closes on Sunday 6 Sep 2026

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Blackpool

PermanentFull time

The Admiral Nurse will lead, deliver and coordinate relationship-centred dementia care in order to improve the experience of carers/families affected by dementia with complex needs, during the acute stay and transitions of care within operational areas of Blackpool Teaching NHS Foundation Trust. In line with the Admiral Nurse Competency framework at an enhanced specialist level, the post holder will provide: • Specialist bio-psychosocial assessment and support for people with dementia and families with complex needs • Facilitation of education and training for staff in the delivery of evidence-based dementia care • Clinical leadership with policy development and quality improvements • Consultancy to other health and social care professionals regarding dementia. Clinical Provide clinical leadership on evidence-based approaches to care, which meett the needs of people with dementia, carers/families and staff. Lead on the care of people with dementia and their carers/families with complex care needs from peri diagnosis to post bereavement support. Provide specialist nursing assessment, using the Admiral Nurse Assessment Framework, for carers/families affected by dementia during hospital admission. Work collaboratively with other professionals to improve the identification and management of co morbidities and frailty for people with dementia and their carers/families. Support people with dementia, carers/families and staff to understand and respond to changes in behaviour and relationships as a result of dementia. Work in partnership with colleagues to provide support and information to families, particularly around advance care planning, best interest decisions and end of life care. Education and Leadership Facilitate and support the development and delivery of innovative dementia training and education to staff within the Trustat all levels, to improve competence and confidence,in line with best practice and guidance. Professional Ensure all nursing practice is carried out in accordance with the agreed policies and procedures of Blackpool Teaching NHS foundation Trust and the NMC Code. Full details within the job description. Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is situated on the west coast of Lancashire, with services covering the local authority areas of Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre. The Trust is part of the Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care System (ICS) supporting a population of around 1.6 million people. We have three main hospitals providing acute services to around 330,000 local residents. The organisation also provides specialist tertiary care for cardiac and haematology services, delivers community health services to over 445,000 residents including those in North Lancashire and hosts the National Artificial Eye Service across England. Plus, we provide urgent and emergency care services to an estimated 18 million people who visit the seaside resort each year. We employ over 7000 people from 68 different countries. We welcome and encourage application from anyone with protected characteristics, as well as supporting reservists and Veterans who are looking for a rewarding and challenging career within the NHS. Blackpool Teaching Hospitals encourages flexible working in all our roles to support staff in maintaining healthy home-life balance. Working patterns such as: part time working, self-rostering, compressed hours, annualised hours, term time, reverse term time and flexitime working can be explored. Summary of Responsibilities: The Admiral Nurse will lead, deliver and coordinate relationship-centred dementia care in order to improve the experience of carers/families affected by dementia with complex needs, during the acute stay and transitions of care within operational areas of Blackpool Teaching NHS Foundation Trust. In line with the Admiral Nurse Competency framework at an enhanced specialist level, the post holder will provide: • Specialist bio-psychosocial assessment and support for people with dementia and families with complex needs • Facilitation of education and training for staff in the delivery of evidence-based dementia care • Clinical leadership with policy development and quality improvements • Consultancy to other health and social care professionals regarding dementia This advert closes on Wednesday 2 Sep 2026

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Basingstoke

PermanentPart time

Location:North & Mid Hampshire Medical Examiner (ME) Service, hosted by HHFT provides a ME Service to all acute sites and primary healthcare settings, including community deaths across our geographical footprint. We have two offices, one situated in Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, and another situated in Royal Hampshire County Hospital, Winchester. You will be primarily located at Basingstoke site with requirement for cross-site working. This role is part of the national implementation of the ME service in England and Wales and we invite applications from anyone with degree level education or equivalent experience, either with a professional clinical background or relevant experience in the bereavement or coroner service. The successful candidate would be joining an existing small & friendly team who work collaboratively to provide support for bereaved families and to improve patient safety. You would work closely with the MEs and report to the Lead MEO. The ME offices are currently open weekdays Monday – Friday, between the hours of 0730-1530. The successful applicant will · Provide greater safeguards for the public by ensuring independent scrutiny of all deaths not referred directly to the coroner · Improve the quality of death certification, providing advice based on a review of relevant health records · Avoid unnecessary distress for the bereaved by answering questions about the care given or certified cause of death · Working under delegation from the Medical Examiner (ME) or Lead MEO; the MEO will support the end process of death certification within the Medical Examiner Service. This will require a combination of skills and knowledge, compassion, sensitivity, and a commitment to engage with bereaved families. · The MEO will review patient records to gather information for the Medical Examiner, so a good working knowledge of medical terminology and clinical understanding are necessary of both the Electronic Record and the existing paper-based processes. · The post holder will provide administrative skills to support Medical Examiners in scrutinizing deaths ensuring necessary paperwork is accurate and complete. · The MEO will contact the next of kin to discuss the death, to enquire about any concerns they may have about care, and to explain the proposed wording of the Death Certificate. This requires excellent communication skills. They will additionally be a point of contact and source of advice for healthcare professionals from elsewhere in the organisation and, where appropriate, Coroners' and Registration services. Our vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient. Patient care is at the heart of what we do at our three sites: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Andover War Memorial Hospital. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides medical and surgical services to a population of approximately 600,000 people across Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire. Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive. We provide specialist services to people across the UK and internationally. We are one of only two centres in the UK treating pseudomyxoma peritonei (a rare form of abdominal cancer) and we are leaders in the field of tertiary liver cancer and colorectal cancer. The trust employs more than 9,000 staff and has a turnover of over £500 million a year. As a Foundation Trust, we are directly accountable to our members through the governors. The Council of Governors represent the interests of their constituencies and influence the future plans of the Foundation Trust. Happy to Talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible and part time working will be considered. Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. This advert closes on Tuesday 1 Sep 2026

UHCW NHS Trust - Rugby

PermanentFull time

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Midlands and North West Bowel Cancer Screening Programme Team based at Hospital of St Cross, Rugby for the role of Screening Administrator. The Bowel Cancer Screening Programme offers screening to men and women inviting those aged between the age 50 - 74. The Screening Administrator role includes engaging with individuals through the national patient helpline, administrative support, and laboratory support including the logging of completed faecal sample tests (FIT tests). In addition, the role will support the printing and packing function of the Hub. Please be advised sponsorship is not eligible for this post. 37.5 hour post Monday – Friday 0900 to 1700 or 0930 to 1730. Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested. AnswertheNationalBowelCancerScreeningHelpline,respondingtoindividualsinaprofessionalandcourteousmannerandprovidingadviceandguidanceontheNationalBowelCancerScreeningProgrammeinaccordancewithdepartmentalandnationalpoliciesandguidance. Provide laboratory support followingthereturnofBowelCancerScreeningFaecalImmunochemicalTest(FIT)kits,includingthepreparation,opening,andloggingofsamples.Thiswillinvolvetheoperationofelectronicsample-openingequipment. Assistwiththeproductionanddistributionofbulkcommunications,includingscreeninginvitationsandrelatedcorrespondence,usingspecialistpackingandmailingmachinery. CompleteadministrativeprocessesrelatingtotheSymptomaticFITPathway,includingthepreparationanddispatchofpatientsamplepacks. University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare. We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence®designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award.Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk) By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team. The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values. • Maintain both manual and electronic filing systems and databases, as required by the Department, ensuring all documents are accurately and appropriately stored and archived. • Provide comprehensive administrative support including processing of incoming/outgoing post such as undelivered mail items; sending individual subject (patient) correspondence from template letters such as assistance to subjects who have not completed their kit correctly. • Process symptomatic FIT referral forms received to send out the kit and letter to the patient, check completed packs for accuracy against the referral form, add record to the database and produce forms using templates from these records. • Act as first point of contact for complaints and deal with these in line with Trust and Departmental policy. • Work in accordance with the Department Quality Management System including adhering to Standard Operating Procedures. • Assist in training new staff members. For further details about the job role please see attached job description This advert closes on Thursday 3 Sep 2026

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust - Blackburn

PermanentFull time

The inpatient pharmacy at East Lancashire Teaching Hospital provides a range of services to patients across East Lancashire. Pharmacy Technicians at any stage of their career are welcome to apply. We have a comprehensive training program for each rotation. We want to hear from you if you're interested in moving in a new sector, recently qualified, due to qualify, or thinking about returning to the register. Our Pharmacy Technicians play a key role in our daily operations. The advancement and training opportunities for Pharmacy Technicians provide the opportunity to further develop your career as a Pharmacy Technician. Making the transition can be a big decision, so we would welcome requests to view the department ahead of interviews. Our rotational teams provide services across several areas including: • Dispensary and controlled drug management • Reconciling patient medication histories at ward level, ordering new supplies of medications, and supporting discharge planning • Medicines management duties such as monitoring the security and storage conditions of medicines in clinical areas • Providing counselling and advice on best use of medicines to patients • Working in our aseptic unit to prepare IV medications • Monitoring and managing specialist medications • Stock management We are a big and friendly team, and we provide a full induction program to new starters. The inpatient hospital services operate during core hours from 08:00 to 19:00. Our standard working hours are 09:00 to 17:30, with 1 in 8 weekends worked for lieu days, or overtime. We are happy to talk flex, as we have worked hard to ensure our existing team find a role to fit around commitments outside of work. (See additional documentation) JOB SUMMARY The post holder will • Support the Assistant Directors of Pharmacy in providing a high quality, cost effective and efficient patient centred pharmacy service to the Trust • Work in partnership with the Lead Technician, Senior Technicians and the High level technicians in the provision of a high quality, cost effective and efficient patient centred pharmacy service to the Trust • Maintain and develop the highest standards of patient-focused care in the provision of technical services • Support the governance and medicines risk management agenda locally • Support the development of the technician and assistant teams to complement and facilitate multidisciplinary working • Act as a role model in the field of clinical technician pharmacy practice and provide a consistently high level of pharmaceutical service in line with corporate objectives and government initiatives • Support the agreed policies and procedures for safe medicines use and support mechanisms to promote high quality medicine use, effective risk management, clinical governance and adherence to Trust policies and guidelines concerning medicines use contribute to the development of the service • Support the ‘professional development’ of technicians and assistants DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Main Duties Leadership, Service Policy, Planning, and Evaluation Support the development of extended technician roles and the implementation of technician led services Act as a clinical technician role model and demonstrate the ability to provide safe, clinically effective and cost-efficient use of medicines Provide professional leadership and motivate and inspire other staff inside and outside of pharmacy and act as a role model Identify options and opportunities for service provision, which enhance the efficiency of the service in order to reduce waiting times, improve accuracy, improve productivity and support staff development This advert closes on Monday 31 Aug 2026

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust - Across East Lancashire Sites

PermanentPart time

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our maternity team as a band 2 Maternity Support Worker at Burnley Birth Centre. We are looking for enthusiastic motivated and caring individuals who want to enhance the experience of the families who use our services. Working across inpatient and outpatient services alongside Midwives and Doctors to deliver women centred, holistic and personalised care. The scope of the role and the job description for the post is aligned with the national maternity support worker competency, education and career framework and enables opportunities to develop on an exciting career pathway. The successful applicant will support the maternity teams, undertaking a range of clinical skills such as maternal and neonatal observations and providing care to women and babies. Be responsible for the stocking and cleanliness of the area with particular reference to infection control, health and safety and audit. This includes bed spaces or consultation rooms and also attending to the nutritional needs of the woman and her baby. This will also include offering infant feeding support for which mandatory training will be given. At East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 600,000 people across East Lancashire and the surrounding area. We employ over 8,000 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work. Part of your working day may also include working within, IT and ELHT Electronic Patient Record systems, and will involve covering some clerical duties, tracking case notes, filing, answering calls, inputting data and notes scanning. The candidate must display excellent communication skills at all times and must be keen to learn and display the correct attributes. This advert closes on Wednesday 2 Sep 2026

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts - Nottingham

PermanentFull time

This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly established Contract Management Team and help shape how contract management is embedded across the Trust. The post-holder is responsible for the operational leadership of a defined portfolio of healthcare contracts, ensuring effective negotiation, implementation, performance monitoring, and risk management in line with NHS guidance and the Trust's financial plan. Reporting to the Head of Contract Management, the role provides expert contractual advice to clinical, operational, and finance colleagues, using complex performance, activity, and financial data to inform contract monitoring, validation, forecasting, and senior decision making, while supporting annual planning and contracting cycles and the development of contract management processes within Atamis (e-tendering system). Working with a high degree of autonomy, the Senior Contract Manager ensures compliance with procurement legislation, national policy, Standing Financial Instructions, and audit requirements, developing standard operating procedures and undertaking audits of high-risk contracts. The role includes line management of a Band 7 Contract Manager and deputising for the Head of Contract Management when required, representing the Trust confidently at internal and external forums, and building strong relationships with suppliers and senior stakeholders to communicate complex contractual and financial risks clearly and effectively. In addition to the below summary you need to familiarise yourself with full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert. As a Senior Contract Manager you will support and manage a number of high risk/high value contracts across the department to ensure we continually improve the service we offer. The relationships that you build with stakeholders will be key to your success, which is why we are seeking someone with well developed interpersonal skills that can quickly gain credibility. You will be responsible for developing and leading a contract management portfolio, as well as managing a range of complex contracts. You will work closely with senior managers and stakeholders to develop and manage contracts for goods and services of high value and of a complex nature. You will have a strong background in delivering commercial success, as well as being a great team player, strong communicator, experienced negotiator, innovative thinker and a patient and motivational leader. You will be experienced in OJEU/FTS contracts and have a sound knowledge of EU/UK procurement legislation. Previous NHS experience is not essential but a strong track record in delivering savings in a stakeholder driven organisation will be. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your procurement career in a dynamic, challenging and high profile environment. With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation. Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career! We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH. Key Job Responsibilities Contract Management and Service Delivery 1. Lead the end-to-end contract management process for a defined portfolio of healthcare contracts. 2. Ensure contracts are effectively negotiated, drafted, implemented, and monitored in line with national and local NHS guidance and procurement regulations. 3. Monitor contract performance using KPIs and quality metrics, resolving issues proactively and escalating where appropriate. 4. Ensure all contracts reflect appropriate financial values and activity schedules, including alignment with national tariff changes. 5. Support annual planning and contracting rounds, ensuring timely and accurate contract agreements. 6. Lead the identification and mitigation of contractual and financial risks across managed contracts. 7. Lead on the delivery and monitoring of savings for the contract management team, contributing to the Trusts financial plan. Advisory and Analytical Responsibilities 1. Provide expert contractual advice and guidance to internal stakeholders, supporting operational teams to interpret contractual obligations. 2. Provide Business Intelligence and make judgements with Finance colleagues to inform contract monitoring, validation, and forecasting processes. 3. Analyse highly complex management information and present their findings to senior management teams. 4. Contribute to the preparation of high-quality reports and briefings for senior stakeholders, committees, and boards. 5. Responsible for the development on the contract management function in the Trusts e-procurement system (Atamis). Governance and Compliance 1. In depth specialist knowledge in contract management and ensure Trust compliance with procurement policy and legislation (Procurement Act 2023, Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and Provider Selection Regime 2024). 2. Ensure all contract management processes comply with Trust Standing Financial Instructions, relevant national policy, and audit requirements. 3. Responsible for developing standard operating procedures for the contract management function which will be implemented by the Trust. 4. Undertake contract audits for all high-risk contracts. People Management and Leadership 1. Work autonomously and interpret policy and procedures within the contract management function. 2. Provide direct line management to the Band 7 Contract Manager, including objective setting, appraisal, training, recruitment, staff performance and professional development. 3. Deputise for the Head of Contract Management as required at internal or external forums, representing the Trust confidently when delegated. 4. Support workforce development by role-modelling professional standards in contract management and coaching colleagues. Communication, Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management 1. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with key suppliers and partners. 2. Represent the Trust in external contract management and negotiation forums where required. 3. Communicate highly complex contractual and financial risks clearly to senior colleagues and provide evidence-based recommendations. 4. Present highly complex and sensitive contractual information at senior management level. 5. Build credibility with clinical, financial, and operational leaders through effective communication and influencing skills. Person SpecificationTraining & Qualifications Essential • Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., procurement, business administration, contract management) or equivalent senior level experience. • Understanding of relevant legislation, procurement law, and national policy frameworks affecting NHS contracting. • Evidence of continuing professional development in contracting, procurement, or NHS management Desirable • Chartered membership of CIPS or equivalent leadership or management qualification Experience Essential • Extensive experience of contract management within the NHS or a large complex organisation. • Extensive experience leading on contract negotiation, drafting and monitoring. • Extensive experience of interpreting and implementing NHS standard contracts and national tariff guidance. • Direct line management of staff, including objective setting, mentoring appraisal and staff development. • Experience of deputising for senior managers, providing cover at internal and external forums. Desirable • Experience working in healthcare provider contract management • Experience of collaborative working with commissioning bodies or Integrated Care Systems Communication and Relationship Skills Essential • Extensive strong negotiation, influencing and interpersonal skills. • Ability to communicate highly complex, sensitive and contentious information. • Ability to build effective relationships with senior stakeholders across boundaries. • Significant skillset in challenging performance/non-compliance constructively. Desirable • Experience of presenting at committees or boards Analytical and Judgement Skills Essential • Extensive ability to interpret complex data and contractual information to support decision making. • Extensive experience of financial and risk analysis in a contracting environment. • Ability to evaluate commercial opportunities, cost-benefit cases, and options appraisals. Planning and Organisation Skills Essential • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under pressure. • Significant experience of implementing contract governance or performance monitoring processes. • Ability to plan and lead complex projects or contract transitions. • Ability to develop systems or processes that enhance contract oversight. Physical Skills Essential • Ability to work at a computer for prolonged periods. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract management systems. • Ability to use e-procurement, reporting or analytics tools. Other requirements specific to the role Essential • Commitment to continuous improvement and collaborative working. • Ability to travel between Trust sites and attend external meetings. Ability to work autonomously with responsibility for a portfolio of high-value or complex contracts. • Demonstrates resilience and adaptability under pressure. This advert closes on Sunday 30 Aug 2026