Temporary Staffing Manager
Location: Crewe – Hybrid role
Job Type: Temporary
Duration of booking: Expected to be for 3 months with a possible extension
Proposed start date: ASAP
Sector: Healthcare
Working Days and Hours: 37.5 hours
Pay Rates:
£26.20 PAYE Inclusive of Holiday pay
£29.50 Umbrella
Job Summary
The Temporary Staffing Manager will lead the Temporary Staffing Team in delivering a responsive, effective, and efficient temporary staffing service (non-medical). The post holder will work closely with operational managers to address workforce gaps and source skilled temporary staff (bank or agency). This role focuses on ensuring a stable staffing provision, compliance with processes and standards, and delivering value for money.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Temporary Workforce Management
* Lead recruitment programs to maintain a robust bank workforce.
* Ensure all bank staff receive proper induction and maintain mandatory training.
* Manage temporary workforce needs through effective use of systems and ensure staffing gaps are filled promptly.
* Support managers in forward planning for staffing requirements.
Agency Management
* Manage relationships with agencies and monitor their performance.
* Ensure compliance with service level agreements and cost-effectiveness.
* Address agency-related issues, including performance and invoicing.
Service Improvement
* Drive process improvements and implement new ways of working.
* Research and support initiatives to optimize temporary workforce utilization and reduce agency costs.
* Ensure continuous improvement of team processes based on feedback and audits.
Data Management and Reporting
* Use workforce systems to manage staffing data and generate reports for decision-making.
* Ensure data accuracy and compliance with organizational policies.
Team Leadership
* Line manage the Temporary Staffing Team, providing support and development opportunities.
* Ensure team members complete mandatory training and are appraised regularly.
* Foster a positive team culture and support staff wellbeing.
Governance and Compliance
* Ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and legislative requirements.
* Monitor and audit compliance with relevant standards and address any issues.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Post-graduate management qualification or equivalent experience.
* Evidence of continuous professional development.
Knowledge and Skills
* Understanding of workforce systems and temporary staffing processes.
* Strong organizational and communication skills.
* Ability to analyse data and implement effective solutions.
* Proficiency in IT systems, including workforce management tools.
Experience
* Proven experience in leading and managing teams.
* Experience in temporary staffing or workforce planning.
* Familiarity with NHS terms and conditions and agency worker rules is desirable.
Job reference number: YW-5Ql6