Total 114 Manager job vacancies in Blackburn, BB1 3BL

The postholder will be expected to: Co-ordinate the administration staff to fulfil the demands of service users Manage rotas to ensure that telephones, telecommunications, correspondence and workloads are covered during the required working hours. This may include the distribution of personnel across departments to maintain targets and timescales Provide first line management of the administration team with day to day supervision, appraisals, attendance management, annual leave authorisation and day to day HR enquiries Take appropriate action to resolve difficulties in working relationships within the team, and deal with any day to day difficulties arising amongst members of the team using persuasive skills Maintain confidentiality within the working environment Work flexibly with other administration colleagues to ensure that workload pressures and absences due to annual leave and sickness are dealt with appropriately by using available resources Ensure accurate and timely input of information into databases Work collaboratively with peers to ensure the administration function fulfils legal requirements and the expectations of the Trust Work without supervision, escalating issues where appropriate Process a variety of administration and financial information Contribute to the recruitment process Assess and manage administration requests according to the appropriate agenda for change banding within the team, some of which could be governed by time constraints Commensurate to the band, assist in providing full administrative support to all Estates and Facilities Managers, to include production of letters, notes and minutes, and other routine correspondence, working to defined service level agreements. Assist in the implementation of any database including, inputting and extracting data in line with departmental procedures Assist in the set up and maintenance of generic working practices COMMUNICATION Communicate effectively with other team members and service users Liaise with internal departments and outside agencies ensuring that all enquiries and urgent matters are dealt with politely, efficiently and in accordance with the Data Protection Act Communicate and liaise effectively with other internal Trust departments and individuals through a range of interpersonal and IT media Deliver regular team updates including team brief, team engagement and ensure good two-way communication systems are in place Arrange, undertake and document regular 121 meetings with staff in line with the service communication strategy Assess and manage HR issues, some of which could be of a sensitive nature including performance and resolution.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for the post of Assistant to the Deputy General Administration Manager in the Estates and Facilities Division.

The post holder will be responsible for the staff management and the co-ordination of a generic team to provide a professional front line service as well as ensuring confidential, accurate and efficient administration support. This will be achieved through the post holder ensuring high quality effective systems are in place to meet the demands of service users.

The successful applicant will work 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 4.30pm, with a half hour lunch break.

The post holder will need to have exceptional organisational skills and have a flexible approach as well as being confident and innovative. The successful applicant will be a dynamic individual who is adaptable and can deal with the unpredictability that the service may bring.

Excellent communication skills are essential for this role as are excellent IT skills.







As a first line-manager, the post holder will be part of a small team who co-ordinates the General Administration functions, providing confidential, accurate, timely and efficient managerial and administration support with a focus on driving quality forward at all times.

This post is fundamental in helping to support the service going forward.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to someone who is looking for a new challenge and is willing to develop themselves and gain a full understanding of the service as a whole.

The successful applicant will be required to work across sites and work collaboratively with the other Assistants to the Deputy General Administration Manager.



This role offers an excellent opportunity to someone who is looking for a new challenge and is willing to develop themselves and gain a full understanding of the service as a whole across the facets of Staff Accommodation Administration, General Offices, Telecoms, General Administration and Overseas Visitors.

We are looking for someone who is flexible, enjoys a variety of administration work and wants to participate in the development of the Estates and Facilities General Administration Service.

This post is fundamental in helping to support the service going forward.

The Team is made up of professional and reliable staff who work together to deliver a high quality, effective service.

The postholder will be expected to:
• Co-ordinate the administration staff to fulfil the demands of service users
• Manage rotas to ensure that telephones, telecommunications, correspondence and workloads are covered during the required working hours. This may include the distribution of personnel across departments to maintain targets and timescales
• Provide first line management of the administration team with day to day supervision, appraisals, attendance management, annual leave authorisation and day to day HR enquiries
• Take appropriate action to resolve difficulties in working relationships within the team, and deal with any day to day difficulties arising amongst members of the team using persuasive skills
• Maintain confidentiality within the working environment
• Work flexibly with other administration colleagues to ensure that workload pressures and absences due to annual leave and sickness are dealt with appropriately by using available resources
• Ensure accurate and timely input of information into databases
• Work collaboratively with peers to ensure the administration function fulfils legal requirements and the expectations of the Trust
• Work without supervision, escalating issues where appropriate
• Process a variety of administration and financial information
• Contribute to the recruitment process
• Assess and manage administration requests according to the appropriate agenda for change banding within the team, some of which could be governed by time constraints
• Commensurate to the band, assist in providing full administrative support to all Estates and Facilities Managers, to include production of letters, notes and minutes, and other routine correspondence, working to defined service level agreements.
• Assist in the implementation of any database including, inputting and extracting data in line with departmental procedures
• Assist in the set up and maintenance of generic working practices

COMMUNICATION
• Communicate effectively with other team members and service users
• Liaise with internal departments and outside agencies ensuring that all enquiries and urgent matters are dealt with politely, efficiently and in accordance with the Data Protection Act
• Communicate and liaise effectively with other internal Trust departments and individuals through a range of interpersonal and IT media
• Deliver regular team updates including team brief, team engagement and ensure good two-way communication systems are in place
• Arrange, undertake and document regular 121 meetings with staff in line with the service communication strategy
• Assess and manage HR issues, some of which could be of a sensitive nature including performance and resolution.


This advert closes on Wednesday 31 Jul 2024

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint a Head of PALS & Complaints toprovide strategic oversight and high-level leadership and guidance. The post holder willensure all PALS and complaints frameworks, systems processes and assurance are in place, that they are robust and will withstand regulatory scrutiny, compliance is monitored and reported and effective remedial actions are implemented.



This role will provide the successful candidate with an opportunity to establish and develop a high performing PALS & Complaints function across a multiple site organisation that is part of and supported by a forward looking and ambitious Clinical Governance Directorate.



Interview date: Monday 12thAugust 2024

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

Please see attached detailed job description and person specification.

Staff benefits
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts
• fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)


This advert closes on Thursday 29 Aug 2024

Join ICare Group: Where passionate hearts shape the future of compassionate care.

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? ICare Group is seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as an Deputy Care Manager. As a crucial leader of our compassionate caregiving community, you'll have the opportunity to provide essential support and companionship to those in need.

Work from the Heart of Homes:

Bring comfort and care directly to the doorsteps of those who require assistance. With ICare Group, you'll be an integral part of enhancing the quality of life for individuals in the comfort of their homes.

Make a Meaningful Impact:

Empower and uplift the lives of those who may need a helping hand. Your role goes beyond daily tasks – it's about creating connections, building trust, and fostering a positive environment for our clients.

Collaborative and Supportive Environment:

Join a team that values your contributions and supports your growth. ICare Group fosters a collaborative environment where your skills and dedication are recognized, appreciated, and rewarded.

Diverse Opportunities:

Whether you're experienced or new to the field, ICare Group provides training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and expand your career in the healthcare industry.

A day in the life of an Deputy Care Manager

- Support the Registered Care Manager with the day-to-day management and co-ordination of the branch, both domiciliary care and extra care facilties, to ensure that it is efficient, profitable and provides the highest standard of care to all customers.

- Maintain records, produce reports and investigate complaints by service users and employees.

- Maintain and grow carer numbers by actively recruiting new team members and guiding them through the recruitment process.

- Actively seek new business opportunities and support the commercial growth of the branch.

- Producing weekly staffing rotas.

- Maintain awareness and knowledge of up-to-date operational issues and methods. In this capacity, to share the responsibility of ensuring home care operations comply with health and safety, emergency regulations and procedures, as well as the operational policies and procedures.

- Undertake out of office duties when necessary, including providing emergency hands on care, undertaking on-call duties, attendance at social events when required and offering emergency telephone assistance to care staff as and when requested.

- Effectively liaise with other departments, other employees, key stakeholders such as commissioners and customers as well as the public at large.

- Other duties as requested.

Must haves:

- Previous experience in a managerial or supervisory capacity in the care sector.

- Willing to undergo enhanced DBS clearance.

- Ability to support both domiciliary and extra care functions.

- Ability to work 37.50 hours per week.

- Able to work flexibly, and extended hours where necessary.

- Able to provide hands-on care during staff shortages.

- High level of organisational skills.

- Able to effectively supervise and delegate to staff.

- Compassionate and empathetic nature.

- Excellent communication skills.

- Reliable and punctual.

- NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care.

- Level 5 in Health and Social Care is desirable or working towards.

- Proven ability to effectively lead, delegate and mentor staff.

- Driving license and access to own vehicle.

- A commitment to upholding the highest standards of care.

Benefits:

- £125 Welcome Bonus (terms and conditions apply)

- The ICare Group ‘Refer a Friend’ Scheme - £125 for both you and your referral (terms conditions apply)

- Rewarded for your commitment to ICare with Quarterly and Annual Carer Awards

- Employee benefits program, including Cyclescheme, Techscheme, byond cashback card and further ‘extras’ discounts (terms and conditions apply)

- We will cover costs incurred if you require to take a toll road / bridge / tunnel route to and from ICare place of work (terms and conditions apply)

- We will cover costs incurred for your Blue Light Card - Highstreet discounts at 100’s of great retailers and well-known brands!

- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers free, practical, impartial support for you and your family

- Access to a dedicated and proactive People and Wellbeing team

- Fast track training, paid induction, and 3 days of on-the-job shadowing

- Full uniform provided – including free infection control equipment

How to Apply:

Ready to embark on a fulfilling journey with ICare Group? Hit apply to be a part of a team that cares deeply about both its clients and its caregivers!

Join ICare Group in making a positive impact on lives – one home at a time. Your dedication can be the light that brightens someone's day!

Our culture of equal opportunities

ICare Group is an Equal Opportunities employer who is dedicated to fostering a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based upon age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any applicable legally protected characteristic. We’re committed to providing applicants with any reasonable adjustments or accommodations needed. To advise us of any support you require during the recruitment process, please contact us.

Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive suitable applications. Due to the number of applications we receive, we may not always be able to respond.

The Trial Manager recruited for this post will work on the Bipolar At Risk Trial II (BART II) funded via the Efficacy and Mechanism Evaluation Program within the NIHR. The trial manager will coordinate a multifunctional team consisting of site leads and research assistants at 5 UK sites, clinician(s), statistician(s), and service user reference group members in the project management of this trial. This will include, but is not limited to, study oversight including regulatory approvals, ongoing study management, and closeout and reporting. Working with experienced clinical trial support service staff, the post holder will ensure that the clinical trial is conducted to the relevant clinical trial regulations. In addition, the trial manager will have line management and training responsibilities for the research assistants. The role requires a research professional who has experience in clinical trials, particularly in mental health. The suitable candidate will be familiar with the regulatory environment surrounding clinical trials, and the implementation of a quality management system as it pertains to clinical trial conduct. The post holder will be based in Manchester at the Prestwich site in GMMH. Occasional travel to the others trial sites may be required. See attached detailed job description and person specification: Staff benefits Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays. 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts

Your new company
This global business has expanded significantly in recent years, through organic growth and multiple acquisitions, both in the UK and internationally. They have a diverse finance team, with senior leaders you can learn from, and junior members of the team eager to learn from you in return, working in a fast-paced, but still flexible, family-friendly culture that embraces progression.

Your new role
In your role as a Senior Finance Manager, you'll be overseeing end-to-end finance operations, reviewing financial data and preparing monthly and annual reports to provide recommendations, be involved in year-end audits, ensure balance sheet reconciliations are prepared monthly, and undertake various project work such as process improvements, amongst other responsibilities including leading a team of qualified Management Accountants.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified, and be passionate about driving data-led decisions, and working in a high-growth, fast-paced environment. You'll be advanced in Excel, have the ability to influence senior stakeholders, and be driven to use your experience and initiatives to implement new processes, collaborating with other teams. You will have experience in management and enjoy developing members of your team.

What you'll get in return
You will be given clear progression opportunities, with the chance to make the role your own, and to carve out your own career path within the large global finance team of this international business. The salary on offer is £57K - £67K, plus a performance-related bonus, and an extensive benefits package, including 33 days' holiday (inclusive of bank holidays).

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PACS & RIS SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES Monitor and review system performance ensuring integrity of patient and image data, receiving escalated issues from the PACS team and escalating any specific issues to the vendors or IM&T Help Desk. Maintain constant systems surveillance to ensure data and image quality is maintained and ensure correct integration and functionality. Provide prompt technical advice to all local and Trust users, both Radiographic and others, supporting the site based PACS administrators for complex issues. Provide first line support for application and technical issues within scope of responsibility. Escalate complex issues to IM&T and external providers. Provide timely and accurate reports of system activity and problems on request. Monitor department performance via the production of regular statistical reports and escalation any demand/capacity issues. Development of departmental policies and procedures associated with the PACS or RIS for Trust wide use. Accurately record data on the RIS. Ensure image acquisition, post-processing and storage on the PAC system is in line with Data Protection principles. Ensure that images are presented for reporting purposes in a timely and accurate manner. To remove any anomalies which occur due to disparity between the RIS and PACS descriptors. Authorise and provide third party access to appropriate and relevant medical images and data where direct access is not possible. Provide appropriate images/data within the Trust and to authorised persons /parties. Produce and maintain accurate data transfer records. Attend both internal and external PACS related education seminars to enhance and ensure best practice is followed. Conduct system demonstrations as required. Provide technical leadership within Radiology and serve as key liaison between system suppliers, users, managers, IM&T Department, and other stakeholders. To provide a first line support for all users of the PACS/RIS, escalating unresolved issues to the vendor or the IM&T Helpdesk. Ensure that no individual will be given access to a live system unless properly trained and made aware of their responsibilities for confidentiality, security, and data accuracy. Engage with Trust Radiology Modality leads regarding issues of equipment integration with PACS and associated technical issues. Establish and maintain a trust wide contingency arrangement for planned and unplanned PACS/RIS downtime. SYSTEM SECURITY Overall responsibility across ELHT sites for the security of the system and the data within. Ensure for all sites that the system is operated in accordance with the Trust Information, Security and Confidentiality policy. Ensure that all staff that process information are aware of and comply with the Trust IM&T policies, procedures, and standards. Determine the type of access each user is allowed regarding classification or sensitivity level. Establish user passwords for PACS and RIS in conjunction with IM&T policies and administer permissions. Be aware of Data Protection, Security and Freedom of Information policies and their specific relevance to the system and department concerned and ensure that all staff that process information are aware of the policies. COMMUNICATION Liaise with other departments/wards within the hospital and various external sources to provide a quality service to patients and clinicians. Ensure effective communication with other service groups within Trust. Maintain good communication will all Modality Leads to ensure efficient service delivery. To represent East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust Radiology at internal and external meetings or groups when required. Engage directly with fellow Radiology colleagues within the local network in benchmarking exercises and collaborative projects. To liaise with other managers within the service regarding staffing, rotas etc ensuring services are supported and can be delivered in a safe manner. OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Assist medical staff with images for presentations and research and development To liaise with other departments/wards within the hospital and various external sources to provide a quality service to patients and clinicians. Be able to exercise personal responsibility and make decisions in unpredictable situations. To report clinical, non-clinical and radiation incidents in line with Trust and departmental risk management policies. Attend Radiology Directorate and Governance meetings to comment on system related issues and support new projects and procedures. Maintain knowledge of the equipment to promote safe, effective, and efficient handling within the clinical setting, to uphold Health and Safety guidelines. MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Lead expert for the provision of PACS & RIS trust wide, offering guidance and support to all clinical and managerial staff both within and outside of the directorate. Develop and maintain robust lines of communication between the trust and the system providers/administrators and ensure the system is operated and maintained within the terms and conditions of the PFI contract where applicable. Line manager for the Deputy I.T. Systems & Performance Manager, PACS Administrators and the Radiology Admin Manager including any associated clerical staff. Responsible for ensuring all sites have adequate PACS management cover during times of absence and/or vacancies. Responsible for the allocation of imaging trust wide, ensuring the Directorate rotas are fit for purpose and the agreed targets are met, highlighting recurrent capacity issues to the Radiology Directorate Manager. Responsible for ensuring an innovation culture is embedded with the Systems and Administrative teams and that a programme of continuous improvement is in place. Responsible for dealing with matters in relation to conduct, disciplinary and capability for those staff within area of responsibility. Act as the first line investigator for all complaints/incidents generated concerning Radiology Systems and Administration issues, providing reports and investigatory notes to the Radiology Directorate/Operations Manager on request. Responsible for ensuring that all Modality Lead Radiographers and Managers are apprised of all issues both technical and competency related which are highlighted through the surveillance of PACS. Responsible for developing and organising remedial training for any staff who are identified through the QA process. Undertake responsibility for the staff on the host site when appropriate site-based managers are absent, ensuring all areas are adequately staffed and service performance is not compromised, highlighting issues to the Radiology Directorate/Operations Manager promptly. Responsible for developing and delivering formal training programmes in relation to Radiology Systems to staff within Radiology, Consultants, junior medical staff, and administrative staff from outside of the Directorate. Lead manager for liaison with suppliers in relation to PACS equipment and peripherals, ensuring any requisitions which incur cost are sanctioned by the Radiology Directorate Manager. Lead Manager for review and comment on continuing appropriateness of imaging protocols and instigate any modifications/changes required in relation to practices involving the PACS. Responsible for ensuring contact numbers are available to key personnel to ensure adequate out of hours cover for ad-hoc PACS issues for the trust should they arise. Responsible for agreeing the specification of radiology equipment relating to PACS, e.g., user licences and workstations. Assist in exercising efficient budget control, identifying, and highlighting potential savings to the Radiology Management team. Responsible for the purchase of services from external suppliers of PACS integrated equipment, e.g. peripherals, licenses, workstations, in conjunction with the Procurement Manager and Radiology Directorate Manager. Responsible for the monitoring of service contract performance in relation to RIS and PACS, reporting default issues via IM&T and the Trust Executive to NHS North West. Attend monthly directorate and governance meetings providing performance reports and updates as appropriate. Engage appropriately with PFI providers in queries concerning PACS hardware and software. As a member of the Senior Radiology Management team, deputise for the Radiology Directorate/Operations Managers during planned and unplanned absences to ensure service continuity. CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITES To ensure all appropriate infection control measures are utilised. Be familiar with the range of technical applications available on imaging equipment. Ensure continuing familiarisation with the current QA measures in place within the Directorate. To attend QA meetings as required. To complete all paperwork pertaining to compliance with Trust policies e.g. Incident Reporting Forms. TRAINING, RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT The post holder should maintain their Personal Development portfolio and CPD. To participate in the academic programme of the Directorate as required. To actively participate in the Directorates audit programme. To provide elements of induction training and support for other staff.

Do you have a background in PACS management?

Do you thrive in an environment of change, improvement and commitment to excellent Radiology service provision?

If so, the Radiology Directorate at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust has an ideal opportunity for you.

The Radiology I.T Systems and Performance Manager is responsible for the operational performance of the ELHT Radiology systems including but not limited to PACS & RIS. In conjunction with this, you will also work closely with colleagues from the Lancashire and South Cumbria Diagnostic Imaging Network to drive the vision of PACS/RIS convergence across the network with the aim of achieving a high quality, effective and accessible network of diagnostic imaging services throughout Lancashire and South Cumbria.

The Radiology I.T. Systems and Performance Manager will also have managerial responsibility for the PACS team and the Radiology Admin & Clerical team, who together work to provide a robust, safe admin provision for Radiology whilst ensuring the demands of the service are monitored and managed.





As part of the Lancashire and South Cumbria Diagnostic Imaging Network, East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (ELHT) is one of four Trusts committed to work alongside the Diagnostic Imaging Network to drive PACS/RIS convergence across the network, with a vision to achieve a high quality, effective and accessible network of diagnostic imaging services throughout Lancashire and South Cumbria (L&SC). The Radiology I.T Systems and Performance Manager will work closely with colleagues from L&SC to drive forward the vision of the network whilst also having responsibility for the operational performance of the ELHT Radiology I.T Systems.

Responsible to the Radiology Management Triad, the post holder is responsible for supporting the delivery of a high-quality Radiology Service that is efficient, responsive, and meets the requirements of the organisation and the wider community.

Lead manager with direct responsibility for managing any clinical and technical issues that arise with the systems on a day-to-day basis, providing support to clinical staff and escalating any unresolved issues appropriately.

The post holder has responsibility to ensure training is delivered to groups of staff on the relevant systems and for maintaining the integrity of the systems, ensuring that all users comply with the Trust Information, Security and Confidentiality Policy.

Managerial responsibility for all aspects of the administration and clerical support to the directorate.

Established in 2003 East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (ELHT) is a large integrated health care organisation providing high quality acute secondary healthcare for the people of East Lancashire and Blackburn with Darwen.

Our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 700,000 patients a year from the most serious of emergencies to planned operations and procedures. We employ over 8,000 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work and achievements.

Our organisation is driven by our strategic objectives and organisational values and we look for people who are strongly aligned with them to join us.

We have a clear vision to be the leading provider of imaging services across East Lancashire, delivering the highest standards and providing safe, personal and effective care to all our patients.

Our staff are friendly, supportive and dedicated professionals who will make you feel very welcome. Our service is committed to encouraging staff to develop and widen their scope of practice, with continuous professional development actively encouraged and supported by expert clinical leads.

PACS & RIS SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
• Monitor and review system performance ensuring integrity of patient and image data, receiving escalated issues from the PACS team and escalating any specific issues to the vendors or IM&T Help Desk.
• Maintain constant systems surveillance to ensure data and image quality is maintained and ensure correct integration and functionality.
• Provide prompt technical advice to all local and Trust users, both Radiographic and others, supporting the site based PACS administrators for complex issues.
• Provide first line support for application and technical issues within scope of responsibility. Escalate complex issues to IM&T and external providers.
• Provide timely and accurate reports of system activity and problems on request.
• Monitor department performance via the production of regular statistical reports and escalation any demand/capacity issues.
• Development of departmental policies and procedures associated with the PACS or RIS for Trust wide use.
• Accurately record data on the RIS. Ensure image acquisition, post-processing and storage on the PAC system is in line with Data Protection principles.
• Ensure that images are presented for reporting purposes in a timely and accurate manner. To remove any anomalies which occur due to disparity between the RIS and PACS descriptors.
• Authorise and provide third party access to appropriate and relevant medical images and data where direct access is not possible.
• Provide appropriate images/data within the Trust and to authorised persons /parties.
• Produce and maintain accurate data transfer records.
• Attend both internal and external PACS related education seminars to enhance and ensure best practice is followed.
• Conduct system demonstrations as required.
• Provide technical leadership within Radiology and serve as key liaison between system suppliers, users, managers, IM&T Department, and other stakeholders.
• To provide a first line support for all users of the PACS/RIS, escalating unresolved issues to the vendor or the IM&T Helpdesk.
• Ensure that no individual will be given access to a live system unless properly trained and made aware of their responsibilities for confidentiality, security, and data accuracy.
• Engage with Trust Radiology Modality leads regarding issues of equipment integration with PACS and associated technical issues.
• Establish and maintain a trust wide contingency arrangement for planned and unplanned PACS/RIS downtime.

SYSTEM SECURITY
• Overall responsibility across ELHT sites for the security of the system and the data within.
• Ensure for all sites that the system is operated in accordance with the Trust Information, Security and Confidentiality policy.
• Ensure that all staff that process information are aware of and comply with the Trust IM&T policies, procedures, and standards.
• Determine the type of access each user is allowed regarding classification or sensitivity level.
• Establish user passwords for PACS and RIS in conjunction with IM&T policies and administer permissions.
• Be aware of Data Protection, Security and Freedom of Information policies and their specific relevance to the system and department concerned and ensure that all staff that process information are aware of the policies.

COMMUNICATION
• Liaise with other departments/wards within the hospital and various external sources to provide a quality service to patients and clinicians.
• Ensure effective communication with other service groups within Trust.
• Maintain good communication will all Modality Leads to ensure efficient service delivery.
• To represent East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust Radiology at internal and external meetings or groups when required.
• Engage directly with fellow Radiology colleagues within the local network in benchmarking exercises and collaborative projects.
• To liaise with other managers within the service regarding staffing, rotas etc ensuring services are supported and can be delivered in a safe manner.

OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assist medical staff with images for presentations and research and development
• To liaise with other departments/wards within the hospital and various external sources to provide a quality service to patients and clinicians.
• Be able to exercise personal responsibility and make decisions in unpredictable situations.
• To report clinical, non-clinical and radiation incidents in line with Trust and departmental risk management policies.
• Attend Radiology Directorate and Governance meetings to comment on system related issues and support new projects and procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of the equipment to promote safe, effective, and efficient handling within the clinical setting, to uphold Health and Safety guidelines.

MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Lead expert for the provision of PACS & RIS trust wide, offering guidance and support to all clinical and managerial staff both within and outside of the directorate.
• Develop and maintain robust lines of communication between the trust and the system providers/administrators and ensure the system is operated and maintained within the terms and conditions of the PFI contract where applicable.
• Line manager for the Deputy I.T. Systems & Performance Manager, PACS Administrators and the Radiology Admin Manager including any associated clerical staff.
• Responsible for ensuring all sites have adequate PACS management cover during times of absence and/or vacancies.
• Responsible for the allocation of imaging trust wide, ensuring the Directorate rotas are fit for purpose and the agreed targets are met, highlighting recurrent capacity issues to the Radiology Directorate Manager.
• Responsible for ensuring an innovation culture is embedded with the Systems and Administrative teams and that a programme of continuous improvement is in place.
• Responsible for dealing with matters in relation to conduct, disciplinary and capability for those staff within area of responsibility.
• Act as the first line investigator for all complaints/incidents generated concerning Radiology Systems and Administration issues, providing reports and investigatory notes to the Radiology Directorate/Operations Manager on request.
• Responsible for ensuring that all Modality Lead Radiographers and Managers are apprised of all issues both technical and competency related which are highlighted through the surveillance of PACS.
• Responsible for developing and organising remedial training for any staff who are identified through the QA process.
• Undertake responsibility for the staff on the host site when appropriate site-based managers are absent, ensuring all areas are adequately staffed and service performance is not compromised, highlighting issues to the Radiology Directorate/Operations Manager promptly.
• Responsible for developing and delivering formal training programmes in relation to Radiology Systems to staff within Radiology, Consultants, junior medical staff, and administrative staff from outside of the Directorate.
• Lead manager for liaison with suppliers in relation to PACS equipment and peripherals, ensuring any requisitions which incur cost are sanctioned by the Radiology Directorate Manager.
• Lead Manager for review and comment on continuing appropriateness of imaging protocols and instigate any modifications/changes required in relation to practices involving the PACS.
• Responsible for ensuring contact numbers are available to key personnel to ensure adequate out of hours cover for ad-hoc PACS issues for the trust should they arise.
• Responsible for agreeing the specification of radiology equipment relating to PACS, e.g., user licences and workstations.
• Assist in exercising efficient budget control, identifying, and highlighting potential savings to the Radiology Management team.
• Responsible for the purchase of services from external suppliers of PACS integrated equipment, e.g. peripherals, licenses, workstations, in conjunction with the Procurement Manager and Radiology Directorate Manager.
• Responsible for the monitoring of service contract performance in relation to RIS and PACS, reporting default issues via IM&T and the Trust Executive to NHS North West.
• Attend monthly directorate and governance meetings providing performance reports and updates as appropriate.
• Engage appropriately with PFI providers in queries concerning PACS hardware and software.
• As a member of the Senior Radiology Management team, deputise for the Radiology Directorate/Operations Managers during planned and unplanned absences to ensure service continuity.

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITES
• To ensure all appropriate infection control measures are utilised.
• Be familiar with the range of technical applications available on imaging equipment.
• Ensure continuing familiarisation with the current QA measures in place within the Directorate.
• To attend QA meetings as required.
• To complete all paperwork pertaining to compliance with Trust policies e.g. Incident Reporting Forms.

TRAINING, RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
• The post holder should maintain their Personal Development portfolio and CPD.
• To participate in the academic programme of the Directorate as required.
• To actively participate in the Directorate’s audit programme.
• To provide elements of induction training and support for other staff.


This advert closes on Wednesday 24 Jul 2024

Wyndham Park Infants’ School is a mainstream primary with 270 pupils between the ages of 4-7 and St Mark’s CofE School is a mainstream Junior School for pupils aged 7-11 years both Education Provisions (EPs) have a SEND resource base.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and efficient dual site Office Manager across both EPs to ensure the smooth running of the office functions with excellent experience of working in a school or similar environment and leading a team of administrators. Within our EPs we are committed to the education and wellbeing of each and every child, and we take pride in the EPs’ positive and caring culture.
Wyndham Park Infant School and St Mark’s CofE Junior School are proud to be part of Brunel Academies Trust - a growing educational community with no barriers, only potential. We strive to significantly improve the life chances and outcomes for our CYP within our SEND, CofE and mainstream EPs.
We are looking for someone who:
Can lead on providing administrative support to the Headteacher and the Senior Leadership Team.
Has strong ICT skills and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Package including Outlook
Has fantastic customer service front facing experience
Organised and efficient with excellent data accuracy and experience of Management Information Systems (MIS)
• Can assist in planning and development of support services
• Is able to liaise with a variety of stakeholders
• Has excellent professional written and verbal communication skills
We can offer you:
Amazing, well-behaved children who have excellent attitudes to life and learning.
A positive family of experienced colleagues who will support and challenge you.
A unique opportunity to work in a school where everyone is valued equally.
Excellent opportunities to develop and broaden your experiences and opportunities.
Hours: 37 hours per week - 40 weeks per yearClosing date: 11/07/2024
Interview date: 17/07/2024
Benefits
Whether through continuous professional development, personal and impartial support, or exciting discounts to enjoy with friends and family, Brunel Academies Trust have a package of excellent benefits which are available to all employees, including:
• Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities
• Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidays
Discounts with Swindon Designer Outlet Village
Carefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen’s advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queries
Excellent pension scheme
Free on-site parking
Annual pay progression opportunities
Continuous Service date honoured
We encourage you to learn more about us through our website, and contact the school office to arrange a visit.

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. We look forward to receiving your application.

Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging data role?

Do you have excellent organisational and communication skills and a keen eye for detail?

If so, you might be the perfect candidate for the position of Data Manager at our school based in Blackburn.

Hays are looking for an experienced, highly motivated and flexible candidate for a Data Manager position within a school based in Blackburn. You will be joining the team during an exciting period of change and play a key role in the strategic development of the school.

The key elements of the role will include data analysis of pupil progress and achievement, oversee the management of the school examinations alongside the Exams Officer and organise the daily staff absence requirements.

This Blackburn Data Manager job a full-time post and both interim and permanent applicants can be considered. Although the roles preference is someone available for TTO + 3 weeks, there is scope for this to be a full year position. Duties will include (but not limited to) the below.

• Oversee the accuracy and integrity of the data held in the school's system.
• Manage system permissions and ensure staff have correct access to the system.
• Co-ordinate and complete the school census.
• Maintain the behaviour management procedures and records, accomplishments, certificates and associated reports.
• Develop appropriate reports, school profiles and other sources of information on performance.
• Prepare complex strategic and operational data analysis for Curriculum Leaders.
• Prepare a new academic year calendar in SIMS.
• Promote students into the new academic year structure incrementing their curriculum years.
• Create and maintain admission groups for pre-admission students.
• Update and apply periodic and casual changes to courses, teachers and rooms.
• Liaise with designated SLT members responsible for examinations, curriculum and assessment.
• Oversee and support the examinations team in providing an effective and efficient examinations system.
• Provide analysis of examination results.
• Manage the daily cover arrangements for absent staff to ensure all classes are covered.
• Support a small team of Cover Supervisors, daily and regular supply staff to ensure daily cover is delivered effectively and efficiently.

What we are looking for

• Experience of working in a data management role, ideally within an education environment
• Experience of producing accurate data for reporting and assessment
• Experience of managing and developing data systems, such as SIMS
• Excellent IT skills, particularly within Word and Excel.

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Visit wards on a daily basis, working on own initiative under the direction of the Head of Complex Case Management to ensure discharge planning process commences as soon as possible after admission. Contribute to and lead, where necessary, daily board rounds on wards, encouraging active participation from MDT members. Prioritise own workload to ensure deadlines are met and a quality, responsive service is provided. Identify and discuss any potential discharge problems/delays with ward staff and patient/relatives to resolve issues as soon as possible. Alert the Head of Complex Case Management of any unresolved issues/conflict/barriers preventing resolution. Maintain accurate records and participate in internal or Department of Health audits as required in relation to the discharge planning process. Act in accordance with Code of Professional Conduct and ensure current registration is maintained. Identify patients approaching the end of life and initiate fast track processes to preferred place of care in accordance with The National Framework for NHS CHC. Support and respond to the Trust Escalation Processes, as guided by the Head of Complex Case Management /Head of Clinical Flow and maintain close liaison with Bed Management. Represent the Complex Case Team at bed meetings communicating appropriate and accurate information. Contribute to the maintenance of processes which support The Community Care (Delayed Discharge) Act 2003 and ELHT Patient Discharge Policy. Ensure compliance with other related Trust Policies and Department of Health Legislation with regard to discharge planning processes. Support the Head of Complex Case Management to implement strategies for ward staff and professionals to determine realistic discharge dates for timely and effective discharge planning patient flow. Screen referrals made to the Central Point of Referral in Complex Case Management, signposting to alternative pathways as appropriate to meet identified needs. Screening and tracking of referrals, monitoring assessment and transfer timescales. Maintain databases as required. Maintain accurate record keeping at all times.

Be responsible for providing clinical care to a defined caseload of patients that require highly specialised assessment, planning and intervention skills. Undertake a comprehensive assessment at a highly specialist level with patients on a designated caseload. This may involve the selection and application of standardised and non-standardised assessment, treatment planning and intervention. Undertake the comprehensive assessment of patients, including those with highly complex presentations, using investigative and analytical skills. Formulate individualised management and treatment plans, where appropriate, including effective discharge planning and onward referral. Assess capacity of patients in order to gain valid informed consent for intervention and work within organisational policy with patients who lack capacity. Formulate goals in partnership with the patient, clearly communicating your clinical reasoning, in order to justify your recommendations and utilising most appropriate treatment/intervention for the patients needs. Implement a variety of evidence based interventions to a highly specialist level according to the needs of the individual patient. Evaluate and modify the treatment programme as appropriate. Advise, support and educate patients, carers and other professionals in the self-management of patients condition. Initiate and organise case reviews involving multi-disciplinary and multi-agency staff. The post holder may be required to take the key worker/care co-ordinator role, where appropriate. Develop, maintain and demonstrate highly specialist skills relating to clinical area which are underpinned by theory, research and practical experience. Undertake risk assessment and manage and document risk. Advise senior and junior staff in appropriate therapeutic management of patients in relation to risk. To manage individual patient care in area of highly specialist Occupational therapy Responsible for the delivery of a comprehensive Safe, Personal & Effective Service for designated area, based on evidence based practice which drives high quality, effectiveness and efficiency. Responsible for the effective case-load management of a complex case-load individually and within team and allocation of work to senior and junior staff, support staff and students. This will require an overview and re-allocation of work-load on a daily basis due to changing priorities, in order to support delivery of key quality and performance targets. Lead on the development of a clinical network within designated clinical area/pathway supporting delivery of best practice and relevant clinical guidelines. Support the development of a continuous improvement culture through actively adopting the Trusts Practice Improvement Methodology and working alongside the Directorate practice improvement coaches and Service Improvement Facilitator in the redesign of clinical care pathways. Provide clinical guidance to members of the team and other staff with complex cases. Provide comprehensive clinical reports clearly outlining clinical reasoning and recommendations, including highly complex case management. Working alongside the Clinical and Operational Service Leads, actively contribute to the Clinical Governance and Quality Improvement programme. Lead on specific improvement projects as appropriate. Assist the Clinical and Operational Service Leads to implement best practice in relation to national and professional guidance, including regulatory and inspection bodies. Responsible for the clinical supervision of junior staff and assistant staff to ensure there is effective assessment, care planning and review of agreed goals/outcomes. Take responsibility for student learning as required. Involvement in research/audit activity as required. Contribute to the development and delivery of the Directorate Business Development and Transformation Plan, leading on clinical improvement projects as appropriate. Manage departmental issues for staff within the designated service area, including workload management, holidays, sickness and performance. Inform Clinical and Operational Service Leads of clinical caseloads, referrals, waiting lists and other statistics and information as required. Responsible for staff supervision, including compliance for appraisals and associated personal development plans. Responsible for the management of HR of delegated staff including sickness reviews, return to work and maternity leaves. Responsible for ensuring the effective cascade of information between organisational and service management and the clinical team. In conjunction with Clinical and Operational Service Leads develop and implement job plans for the designated team. Record patient contact statistics and other relevant data as required for the monitoring of patient care and clinical service outcomes. Actively involved in the day to day coordination of the service and allocation of resources. Maintain treatment areas and equipment used to an appropriate standard in accordance with health and safety, infection control and other relevant guidance. Provide management and supervision to senior and junior members of the team including assistant staff. Responsible for organising the induction and training of new staff members and maintain human resource records on all team members. Responsible for departmental staffing issues i.e. annual leave, sickness, training, staffing levels, etc. In collaboration with the Operational and Clinical Service Lead responsible for the management, investigation and resolving of complaints and IR1s in accordance with policy including formulating and implementing action plans in relation to issues raised. Participate in and support the Operational and Clinical Service Leads in implementing disciplinary and grievance procedures in accordance with organisational policies. Maintenance of departmental records, statistics and data collection/monitoring processes. Lead on the recruitment and selection of staff Use of a range of techniques to overcome barriers to communication. Adapt your own communication style and utilise advanced communication skills appropriate to the patient in order to foster an effective therapeutic relationship. Deal with challenging situations including verbal aggression/distress from patients, carers and relatives. Manage difficult conversations with staff in relation to HR. Advise, instruct and educate patients, carers and other professionals regarding the occupational therapy process. Provide clear information (verbal and written) regarding intervention in a variety of settings. Ensure that up to date written and electronic records and activity data are maintained in accordance with professional standards and organisational guidance. Have effective IT skills including use of the Internet, E-mail and any special programmes used in the service. Ensure that resources are available to meet the differing communication needs of the population. Initiate, plan, organise and chair meetings which have clear purpose and outcomes such as staff meetings, clinical meetings, case conferences and multi-disciplinary meetings. Represent the designated service in a professional manner. Communicate complex/sensitive information from the operational service lead/clinical and operational service leads to staff in designated team. Provide assurance around mandatory training for the designated team by monitoring and authorising study leave in line with Trust policy. Responsible for training of other health care professionals and students as appropriate. Complete required mandatory training. Responsible for your own continuing professional development including maintaining your own development portfolio and assisting others in the development of theirs. Participate in your own annual development review and supervision, undertaking post registration training related to area of work as required. Participate in and undertake as necessary annual/preceptorship development reviews and appraisals of senior and junior staff members in accordance with organisational guidance. Undertake the management and supervision of clinical staff and support staff as required, as outlined in guidance, acting in the initial stage in the disciplinary process if required. Provide training to colleagues, multi-disciplinary team and other agencies as required. Keep up to date with relevant legislation and current issues in your area of work in areas such as Health, Housing, Social Services, and Education. Comply with the professional and clinical policies and procedures of ELHT and partner organisations. Deliver a service with a sound evidence base in line with clinical and professional guidance, the designated model of service delivery for the designated area.

Tools will include 6CT, PHT9, GAD7.GDS15, MoCA, DASS21. Trusted Assessment Document, LAS, MCA Point of the assessment will include setting realistic and achievable goals. To look at Emotional and psychological needs associated with the persons ability to manage their own long-term condition. Future interventions Pilot Patient Actuation Model. Risk assessment to ascertain suicidality, risk to self or others, with intervention of stepping up to secondary MH services and discussion with GP. Brief summary of visit/intervention or plan to be documented on EMIS. More detailed assessment and summary documented in patient notes. Discussion and future care needs taken to INT meeting to monitor other professionals involvement and progress of patients motivation and engagement with others to support future progress for both in-patients and community-based residents. Attend ward-based discharge planning meetings/best interests meetings. Key Relationships Senior and Network Management Team Primary Care, LSCFT, GPs. Clinical Services Trust staff and general public/External stakeholder/commissioner organisations.

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. We look forward to receiving your application.