Administration Team Lead - Prison Health Care

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks an Administrative Manager to oversee administrative services in prison healthcare. The role includes developing systems, supporting patient care, and managing staff. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Business Administration or equivalent experience and possess strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC in Business Administration or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in managing staff within a large service is desirable.
• Knowledge of General Practice Administration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage administrative services within the Prison Health Care Services.
• Develop and evaluate administrative systems to support healthcare operations.
• Facilitate effective patient care and staff scheduling.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Administrative Support

Education

Degree or HNC in Business Administration

Information Technology

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff across various clinical and non-clinical roles. We provide acute hospital, primary, community, and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million, expanding to 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

This is a permanent, full-time position. The shift pattern is Monday – Thursday 08:00-16:30, and Fridays 08:00-15:30, with alternative Fridays 08:00-16:30.

The post involves managing administrative services within the Prison Health Care Services at HMP Low Moss. The post holder will ensure a safe environment for prisoners and staff, lead the development and evaluation of administrative systems, and support the operational management of the prison healthcare facilities.

Key responsibilities include developing and providing administrative support, facilitating effective patient care through NHS systems, auditing work, and supporting the work of the Prison Health Care Business Support team. The role may require travel to other establishments such as HMP Greenock and HMP Barlinnie.

The post holder will also maintain effective support for staff, management, and clinicians, including scheduling rotas, setting objectives, and providing training. Leadership, management, and advice to administrative staff are essential components of this role.

Qualifications required include a degree or HNC in Business Administration and/or Information Technology, or equivalent experience demonstrating competence at this level.

Experience in managing staff within a large, multi-functional service and knowledge of General Practice Administration are desirable.

For informal contact, please reach out to Stacy Quail, Admin/Business Support Officer, at 0141 762 9688 or [e-mail].

Further details on how to apply can be found in the Candidate Information Packs. Please note that due to high response rates, the application process may close early, so early application is advised.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde values diversity and encourages applications from all community sections. We are committed to being a Forces Friendly Employer, supporting applications from the Armed Forces Community.

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