Cared for Children Health Team Coordinator | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 18 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £24,937 - £26,598 per annum (pro rata) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 December 2025 |
| Location: | Manchester, M14 5NP |
| Company: | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7626250/349-COR-7626250C-RL4 |
Summary
Manchester Foundation Trust is a leading provider of community, acute tertiary and specialist healthcare services in Manchester. The Trust aims to become the leading integrated health, teaching, research, and innovation campus in the NHS.
We are currently recruiting to a full time permanent Administrative Assistant to the Cared for Children Health Team based at a community site.
This post is an exciting opportunity for a motivated, committed, and experienced administrator. You will be a key member of the safeguarding and looked after children service that consists of Named Practitioners (community, acute, adult and midwifery services), Specialist Nurses for Safeguarding, and Looked after Children, Multi-Agency Safeguarding and Complex Safeguarding Hub Specialist Nurses and Administration staff.
To succeed, you will need excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills. Develop and maintain, recording and administrative systems to support safeguarding processes.
Undertaking general office duties as required including filing, photocopying, collating, and distributing information, receipt, and distribution of incoming and outgoing mail (paper and electronic).
Develop and maintain good working relationships with internal and external partner agencies and services.
Comfortable working under pressure, adept at prioritising and ability to work to tight deadlines. You will be well supported to further your own professional knowledge, skills, and development within this highly specialised area.
An annual appraisal and regular management one to one reviews are provided, as is the chance to attend relevant mandatory and other training pertinent to the role.
For further information or to arrange an informal discussion/visit please contact us on the number/email addresses below.
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name -Elizabeth Ross
Job title - Named Nurse Cared for Children
Email address - Liz.Ross@mft.nhs.uk
Telephone number - 0161 861 2254
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.
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.
This advert closes on Tuesday 2 Dec 2025
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