Job summary
There's never been a better time to consider joining the Chief Delivery Officer's Business Management Team, working to support the improvement of our services right across the trust.
Join us, you will soon be working as an integral member of the team providing executive assistance to our directors alongside co-ordinating the delivery of training events, communications and engagement and administrating key meetings and committees. p
In return, you'll benefit from a supportive team where your career ambitions will have every chance to be fulfilled. From your initial induction to a personalised development plan, we'll support your career path every step of the way with regular training opportunities in an organisation that believes in every voice being heard.
The successful candidate will need a good eye for detail and know the importance of working in a confidential environment. The ideal candidate will be someone who enjoys helping and motivating others and is flexible to support the changing service requirements. Indeed, you will require excellent interpersonal skills and to communicate effectively at all levels and with different audiences.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a candidate with a positive attitude, flexibility and ability to deliver a first class business management and administration service.
You will deliver excellent business management and co-ordination across the improvement portfolio. with a particular focus on the MFT Improvement Team.
You will work with an influence all grades of medical, nursing and AHP staff and support wider health and social care community teams.
You will support and advise the leadership team in the the planning and organisation of the improvement work programme including:
- Providing executive assistant support to the Director of Improvement and ensure a high quality business support service to the wider improvement team.
- Co-ordinating the work programme of the Improvement team
- Completing the compilation of agendas and papers for committees and meetings.
- Demonstrating the ability to deal effectively and confidently with people at a senior level and colleagues from across the trust.
- Co-ordinating a programme of training events including room bookings, managing registrations, undertaking evaluations, preparation of training materials and set up rooms and equipment for these events.
- Supporting the effective delivery of the improvement communications and engagement plan through co-ordination of content and distribution of communications material.
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, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your applicationHere at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your applicationHere at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. 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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to graduate level or relevant equivalent experience in a business administration environment
- RSA-3/NVQ Level 3 Business Administration or equivalent evidence of further development
- ECDL or equivalent qualification/experience
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience working at a senior administrative level
- Advanced Microsoft Office and 365 skills including creating databases, PowerPoint, Excel, Sharepoint and Outlook
- Proven experience of working to deadlines
- Experience of working in a multi disciplinary team
- Drafting correspondence
- Previous experience of day to day supervision of admin staff
Desirable
- Experience of managing an administration team
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to graduate level or relevant equivalent experience in a business administration environment
- RSA-3/NVQ Level 3 Business Administration or equivalent evidence of further development
- ECDL or equivalent qualification/experience
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience working at a senior administrative level
- Advanced Microsoft Office and 365 skills including creating databases, PowerPoint, Excel, Sharepoint and Outlook
- Proven experience of working to deadlines
- Experience of working in a multi disciplinary team
- Drafting correspondence
- Previous experience of day to day supervision of admin staff
Desirable
- Experience of managing an administration team
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
