MG Supplementary Staffing Manager

235925 (MG) Supplementary Staffing Manager

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Vacancy Details

• Band 7
• 37.5 hours per week
• Fixed Term / Secondment 12 months
• Supplementary Staffing
• Comely Bank Centre

Duties & Responsibilities

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Supplementary Staffing Manager to join NHS Lothian’s Supplementary Staffing Team with responsibility for AHP, HSS & Non-Clincal bank workers. You will report directly to the Clinical Service Manager for the management and control of the aforementioned services for NHS Lothian & Borders, focusing on delivery of service performance objectives and contributing to the Corporate Nursing Division through the service Core Management Team.

You will act as a link person between the clinical service areas and the Supplementary Staffing Service, dealing with any professional issues and representing the Supplementary Staffing Service at professional forums and service‑related meetings. As the operational lead for AHP, HSS & Non‑Clincal bank workers in Lothian, you will plan for future service developments and implement best practice into the service in line with academic recommendations and national developments.

Key Requirements

• Educated to degree level in nursing, AHP or management qualification relevant to the remit, with demonstrable clinical experience.
• Completion of a management training programme or management qualification plus significant previous experience in managing services at a senior level in a complex organisation with wide‑ranging knowledge of NHS Lothian and NHS Scotland systems and services.
• Evidence of further education, including postgraduate certificate or diploma, and continuous professional development in a relevant area such as finance, clinical service or project management.
• Advanced IT literacy with extensive experience using the full range of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Enhanced in‑depth knowledge of working with bank workers and agencies gained through experience.
• In‑depth knowledge of NHS structures and organisations with a demonstrable understanding of NHS policies and procedures.

Further Information &

How to Apply

Please contact Catherine Crombie
, General Manager for further details.

Email:
catherine.cr

Tel: /

We anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, please submit your application early. We cannot accept late applications.

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