Job overview

An exciting and rewarding opportunity has arisen within Neurology working for some of the most inspirational Consultants in the NHS based at Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust.

We are looking for enthusiastic, highly motivated Trainee Support Manager with relevant experience to join our high performing and successful team.

The post will provide you with an exciting challenge and give you the opportunity to play a key-supporting role in a rapidly growing service which currently serves a population of 3.2 million.

Main duties of the job

You must possess excellent communication skills and have the ability to work both as part of a team and on your own initiative.

You will be able to organise and prioritise your own workload and balance this with the demands of a busy, diverse and varied role.

A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, RSA II or equivalent typing, excellent audio typing skills, waiting list management, medical terminology, proven organisational skills, 18 week standards and a strong commitment to personal and professional development is desired.

GMNC is committed to supporting and developing it’s team during this exciting time of service transformation, and has a track record of developing their staff members in to more senior operational roles.

Working for our organisation

Salford Care Organisation is part of the Northern Care Alliance, one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place with an outstanding reputation. Salford is the place which is taking bold, pioneering steps towards delivering a world class, fully integrated care system for adults. Twice rated Outstanding by the CQC, Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust is responsible for delivering a range of community and primary care services and specialist services to Greater Manchester and beyond.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:

In line with the Trust’s Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, religion, marital status, social background or trade union membership. 

Person specification

Experience/Qualifications

Essential criteria

  • 5 A-C GCSE grades
  • ECDL or equivalent
  • Experience of administrative/office environment
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point and Teams

    • Desirable criteria

  • 1 year minimum NHS experience
  • RTT knowledge
  • Local system knowledge, EPR, PAS, G2, Medisec

    • Skills

    Essential criteria

  • Clear communicator with good writing & data entry
  • Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team

    • Desirable criteria

  • Knowledge of activity management (including waiting lists)
  • Experience of analytical problem solving and data management