Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a part-time (30 hours) dynamic, forward thinking Medical Employment Manager who is highly motivated and ready to work in a fast paced team.
Working with, and leading the Medical Employment team, as part of the Trust's Operational HR team, this role is responsible for providing specialist medical employment support to the Trust and we are looking for someone who is experienced in providing specialist advice on Medical and Dental terms and conditions of employment.
Do you have in depth knowledge of NHS Medical and Dental terms and conditions? Have you worked in a unionised environment and developed successful partnership working? Can you demonstrate a strong ability to build trusting and effective relationships with Senior Managers, Staff Side (Trade Union) Colleagues and other key stakeholders to resolve complex employment issues and drive forward change?
Then this could be the opportunity for you! We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate the above and has experience of advising on, overseeing and resolving a wide range of medical employment queries.
Main duties of the job
We need a HR professional who is ambitious, flexible and a creative thinker. This role is key in delivering a medical employment service for our medical colleagues and service managers.
You will provide medical employment advice on any issues regarding terms and conditions, develop local policies working with trade union colleagues, and interpret national terms and conditions for implementation within the Trust.
The role can be based at either our York or Scarborough site and there will be a requirement to work across any of our Trust sites. Please note we are currently working remotely on a regular basis but there will be the requirement to attend face-to-face meetings as required.
If you are currently employed by the Trust and you wish to apply for this role on a secondment basis, please seek permission from your current line manager before applying for the post.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.
A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Highly specialist knowledge of Medical Staffing to Masters level equivalent acquired through professional HR qualification (CIPD HR Management/ Business Management degree/postgraduate diploma) plus additional training and/or equivalent experience
- Excellent working knowledge and understanding of medical terms and conditions of employment and relevant employment legislation
Experience & Knowledge Required
Essential
- Demonstrable experience as a HR specialist in a complex multi professional organisation, specifically working within a Medical Employment / Medical Staffing Manager role
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work to deadlines and manage a range of high priority activities simultaneously
- Ability to be assertive and confident in own decision making.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Highly specialist knowledge of Medical Staffing to Masters level equivalent acquired through professional HR qualification (CIPD HR Management/ Business Management degree/postgraduate diploma) plus additional training and/or equivalent experience
- Excellent working knowledge and understanding of medical terms and conditions of employment and relevant employment legislation
Experience & Knowledge Required
Essential
- Demonstrable experience as a HR specialist in a complex multi professional organisation, specifically working within a Medical Employment / Medical Staffing Manager role
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work to deadlines and manage a range of high priority activities simultaneously
- Ability to be assertive and confident in own decision making.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
