Job summary An exciting management opportunity within the Radiology administrative and clerical team has become available at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust. The Administration Manager will be responsible for the provision of operational and day to day management of clerical and administration services within the radiology directorate alongside senior operational and administrative colleagues. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to build on existing leadership and management skills. Main duties of the job We are looking for an exceptional candidate. If you have excellent communication skills, enjoy being part of a busy team, are hard-working, organised, adaptable and flexible and are looking to build on your supervisory skills/further your career in management we want to hear from you. You will be expected to provide day to day operational management of the administrative and clerical staff who work across the areas of Radiology. The areas of responsibility include recruitment, staff rota management, appraisals, training, managing attendance and other Human Resources issues. The post holder will also be responsible for assuring National Guidelines associated with diagnostic bookings are met, efficient and accurate clerical work is carried out by all staff whilst making recommendations for a more effective delivery of services, management liaison with GPs, patients and other hospital staff in respect of radiological investigations. The post holder will be expected to be available to work at any MTW site as required. Please refer to the job description and person specification for more information or alternatively contact gemma.steelnhs.net Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible. About us MTW is a large acute hospital trust in the south-east of England. We provide a full range of general hospital services and some aspects of specialist and complex care to around 600,000 people living in west Kent and East Sussex. We have a team of over 8,000 full and part-time staff. We also provide specialist cancer services to around 2 million people across Kent and East Sussex via the Kent Oncology Centre. In the 2024 NHS staff survey, our employees ranked MTW among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and the second-best Trust to work for in the South East. Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. Date posted 08 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 359-6761070-T1 Job locations Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospitals Hermitage Lane Maidstone ME16 9QQ Job description Job responsibilities Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Basic Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children) At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work. We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Interview Date: To be confirmed. Job description Job responsibilities Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Basic Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children) At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work. We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Interview Date: To be confirmed. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Education to degree level or equivalent OR 5 years' experience in a commensurate position Desirable Evidence of further education Skills Essential Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written Able to communicate effectively with staff of all grades Define and maintain high standards Excellent organisational skills Management, leadership & teaching skills. Ability to develop and implement policies and procedures. Ability to support colleagues and work effectively as part of a team Good time management skills Experience Essential A minimum of 3 years' previous work in a management / supervisory position Extensive Previous work in an administrative role. Previous work supervisory/management experience in Radiology or a similar service Desirable Thorough knowledge of Radiological procedures Management Qualification Extensive NHS / Healthcare experience Person Specification Qualifications Essential Education to degree level or equivalent OR 5 years' experience in a commensurate position Desirable Evidence of further education Skills Essential Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written Able to communicate effectively with staff of all grades Define and maintain high standards Excellent organisational skills Management, leadership & teaching skills. Ability to develop and implement policies and procedures. Ability to support colleagues and work effectively as part of a team Good time management skills Experience Essential A minimum of 3 years' previous work in a management / supervisory position Extensive Previous work in an administrative role. Previous work supervisory/management experience in Radiology or a similar service Desirable Thorough knowledge of Radiological procedures Management Qualification Extensive NHS / Healthcare experience 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 Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Address Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospitals Hermitage Lane Maidstone ME16 9QQ Employer's website https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)