Job Summary
Are you looking to take the next step into management within the NHS? Do you have strong communication skills, digital expertise, and a drive to make a difference by reducing health inequalities?
If so, we want you to join The Red Cell Network Haemoglobinopathy Coordinating Centre (TRCN) as our Assistant Network Manager.TRCN is a dynamic and growing team of 11 professionals working to enhance the health and experiences of people living with red cell disorders across London and from Norfolk to Newquay. In this genuinely exciting role you will support the Network Manager, build meaningful relationships with patients and other stakeholders, work on novel projects, and gain valuable experience in management and strategic thinking.
Main duties of the job
We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with strong social media skills and experience in website management.This role offers an incredible opportunity to develop leadership skills, contribute to meaningful healthcare initiatives, and grow your professional network. Some travel and out-of-hours work will be required for this role.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Degree and/or relevant experience
Experience
Essential
- Previous managerial experience within the NHS
- Proven experience in service improvement and development
- Proven experience in effective management and effective leadership of staff
- Proven experience in business planning and in the development and effective leadership implementation of complex strategic & operational plans.
- A proven record of success in managing change while also developing and maintaining high standards of quality.
- Experience updating and maintaining websites.
Desirable
- Previous experience or working with hospital data e.g. electronic patient records for data extraction
- Demonstrable experience working in a role that requires data to be manipulated e.g. experience in: -Clinical Trials -Data Management Protocols -Experience in supporting analysis of large quantities of data -Database management and maintenance
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- a)Excellent communication skills, including the ability to liaise and negotiate effectively at directorate management team level
- b)Proven track record of working under pressure to strict deadlines – Ability to prioritise effectively
- c)The ability to both work co-operatively with both clinical and non- clinical staff including other management teams of the Trust and to develop effective working relationships within the directorate-
- d)Strong negotiation and influencing skills with ability to motivate and engage individuals and teams
- e)Quality focussed with an innovative approach and the ability to solve complex problems
- f)A strong understanding of multi-disciplinary issues and commitment to multi-disciplinary working
- g)Excellent IT skills
Desirable
- h)An understanding and experience of staff and organisational development
Communication
Essential
- a)Knowledge of how to communicate effectively through online platforms.
- b)Ability to present complex information in a way that is simple and easy to understand.
Personal and People Development
Essential
- A facilitative and inclusive approach to management
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- E.g., All posts to include Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties (line managers to elaborate depending on the level of the post and to assess this essential criteria at interview)
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.
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).
Closing Date: 10 April 2025
