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Senior Workforce Administrator

On-site in Manchester·Part-time·Added today (last checked 9 Nov)

Our summary

Salary
£32,073 - £39,043 a year

About £2,220 - £2,640 a month after tax.

Work mode
On-site, Manchester
Contract
Permanent, part-time hours

Skills

Nice to have

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Experience in a complex administrative, workforce, HR, payroll, finance or information environment
  • Experience producing reports, validating information and working to deadlines and maintaining confidential records and databases
  • GCSE English and Mathematics Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
  • Ability to communicate clearly, professionally and confidently with staff at all levels.
  • Ability to build relationships, provide support, maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive issues professionally.

Nice to have

  • Microsoft Office experience to support data management
  • Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to workforce, HR, administration, systems or data
  • Demonstrates integrity, inclusivity, compassion, confidentiality and commitment to continuous improvement

The role

The Senior Workforce Administrator will provide a comprehensive, accurate and responsive workforce administration and information service to the Dental care Divison.

The post holder will support managers across the employee lifecycle, maintain workforce systems and establishment records, produce and interpret workforce information, coordinate defined workforce processes, and contribute to service improvement. The role requires discretion, sound judgement, effective prioritisation and confident communication with staff and managers at all levels.

What you'll do

We are looking for an organised, proactive and highly accurate Senior Workforce Administrator to provide a responsive workforce administration and information service to the Dental Care Division. Working closely with managers and corporate teams, you will coordinate key employee lifecycle processes, including recruitment, onboarding, starters, leavers, contractual changes, transfers and fixed-term arrangements.

You will maintain accurate workforce and establishment information within ESR and other authorised systems, undertake data-quality checks, and produce clear reports, dashboards and analysis covering areas such as vacancies, recruitment, turnover, sickness absence and temporary staffing. Your insight will support workforce planning, establishment reviews, performance discussions and business cases.

The role involves providing first-line process guidance, preparing high-quality correspondence and meeting papers, tracking actions and building effective relationships across Dental services, Workforce, HR, Recruitment, Payroll, Finance, Temporary Staffing and Learning and Development. You will manage competing priorities with limited supervision, exercise sound judgement, handle sensitive information with discretion and escalate specialist matters appropriately.

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post will require a submission for Disclosure to be made to check for any unspent criminal convictions.

About Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Industry
Health and social care

In their own words

About the company & team

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to shape your career.
With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year.
Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.
At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes. 
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.
At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you’re part of something bigger from day one.

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