Lung Cancer Screening Administrator / Receptionist | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Posting date:	15 January 2026
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	£24,937 - £26,598 Per annum (pro rata)
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	14 February 2026
Location:	Manchester, M23 9LT
Company:	Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	7738962/349-WTWA-7738962C-RL3E

Summary

Do you want to work in a service where we diagnose lung cancer early and save people’s lives?

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as part of the expanded Greater Manchester Lung Cancer Screening Programme. This award-winning programme delivers lung cancer screening to people aged between 55 and 74 years old, who have ever smoked in their lifetimes, from mobile clinics in the community.



This post will be mainly based in mobile clinics in the community in Greater Manchester (covering all localities). Training and induction will be completed at Wythenshawe hospital and at mobile sites (supermarkets and football stadiums) out in the community. Travel payments will be made for any travel completed above home to base mileage. Also, MFT has lease car options available to successful post holders through the NHS Fleet Solutions car leasing salary sacrifice scheme.



You will receive an induction and training package and be part of an established team with support for you to thrive in your role and contribute to improved patient care, health, and quality of life.

You will play an essential role within the team, helping to maintain and when necessary, improve good working practices.

You will be willing to adapt to change and learn new skills, having a good knowledge of general office procedures, together with organisational and communications skills, delivering high quality admin support and patient care.

We actively encourage personal development and access to training and as a result your own structured personal development plan will support your future development.

Please note that the closing date is given as a guide, we reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

This new post will be based out on the community sites across Greater Manchester and at Wythenshawe Hospital

Informal discussions prior to applying are welcomed and encouraged.

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.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other.

As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.


This advert closes on Thursday 29 Jan 2026

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