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Prif leoliad
Accident and Emergency
Gradd
Band 4
Contract
Parhaol
Oriau
Rhan-amser - 29 awr yr wythnos
Cyfeirnod y swydd
430-MED25-155A
Cyflogwr
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Math o gyflogwr
NHS
Gwefan
A&E Support Staff (Dept)
Tref
Milton Keynes
Cyflog
£27,485 - £30,162 Per annum pro rata
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Yn cau
10/08/2025 23:59

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Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust logo

Reception Team Leader

Band 4

MKUH staff scored highest for ‘I look forward to coming to work’ (NHS Staff Survey 2023).

You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours.  At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:

  • Free on-site parking
  • Free refreshments
  • Great flexible working opportunities
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Lease car scheme
  • Generous annual leave and pension scheme
  • On site nursery (chargeable)
  • Extensive staff health and well-being programme

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.

 

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Reception Team Leader

Department - Emergency department

Band 4    pro rata if part-time

Hours: 29 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

We are looking for pro-active, enthusiastic, compassionate individual who understands the importance of excellence in health and safety and who enjoys working as part of a team.

You must be understanding of accurate documentation within the workplace, be self-motivated be wanting to improve patient lives and be caring at all times. 

The Reception Team Leader will effectively lead and support the ED reception team within the CSU (Clinical Service Unit) to ensure the smooth running of ED Reception and all administrative processes associated with it.

Leading the reception team in the delivery of the service, against agreed service standards and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Planning and managing the reception staffing rota to maintain a 24-hour service. Identifying and escalating gaps in service provision.

To manage the recruitment process for all ED reception staff and provide a training schedule and training for newly appointed staff.

Conduct regular performance reviews with all reception staff to include the development of personal development plans, in line with the Trust’s appraisal policy. Ensure all staff are made aware of the training opportunities available to them.

 

 Interview date: Week commencing 18.08.2025

 

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

The role of The Reception Team Leader will effectively lead and support the ED reception team within the CSU (Clinical Service Unit) to ensure the smooth running of the ED Reception and all administrative processes associated with it. You will be responsible for the efficient supervision and direction of the reception team, ensuring all reception duties are performed effectively and to the required standard, meeting objectives.  Whilst this is a supervisor role the post holder will also provide high quality front line administrative and reception support to the Emergency Department. This involves working closely with nurses, medical staff, all Emergency Department consultants, and management team. The post holder will work as part of the Emergency Department team ensuring an efficient high quality and time service is provided. This includes providing a welcoming and professional service to patients, relatives, and all other agencies and being able to provide general non-clinical advice, such as travel expense information or assistance with lost property, directly to patients, clients, relatives or carers in a professional and supportive manner.

You will need to be flexible; staff are expected to work shift patterns, including nights where they will work independently under pressure with constant interruptions to their daily workload and exposed to conflict and sensitive issues.

 

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

Administrative and Clerical staff feel supported with flexible working at MKUH, reporting 6.82 out of 10, and a 76% feel strongly about approaching their managers regarding flexible working.   (NHS Staff Survey 2024)

  • Free on-site parking
  • Free refreshments
  • Great flexible working opportunities
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Lease car scheme
  • Generous annual leave and pension scheme
  • On site nursery (chargeable)
  • Extensive staff health and well-being programme

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.

 

Swydd-ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl

Reception Management:

Responsible for the day-to-day supervision of the ED Reception team.

 

 Leading the reception team in the delivery of the service, against agreed service standards and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

 

Conduct regular performance reviews with all reception staff to include the development of personal development plans, in line with the Trust’s appraisal policy. Ensure all staff are made aware of the training opportunities available to them and encourage uptake. Line management of reception team such as appraisals, 1:1s, mandatory training, annual leave, sickness management and any other HR management.

 

Rota Coordination:

To establish forward looking rotas to clearly identify gaps to enable them to be covered.

 

Identify and communicate to the senior Operational and clinical team any issues affecting the rota, providing solutions and guidance where possible.

 

Pro-actively manage rotas daily and manage on the day absences promptly and effectively.

 

Negotiate with staff in relation to flexible use of sessional commitments, to minimise use of financial resources. This may be at times with short notice where negotiation and persuasive tact is required.

 

Other:

Participation in the reception rota and to also cover absence when needed.

Plan and organise workload according to service needs and priorities.

Works to own initiative and escalate any issues when required.

 

Deputise for the Assistant Service Manager as needed.

 

Any other duties directed by the ED Operational Manager/ Service Manager corresponding with the post and grade. 

 

Please refer to the job description for further details.

 

Manyleb y person

Qualifications and knowledge

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Minimum of 5 GCSE’s or equivalent.
  • Strong IT skills in relation to Microsoft Packages
  • Formal training or qualification in health administration, business administration or equivalent (e.g. BTEC Level 3 or above).
  • Knowledge of a range of Trust policies and procedures, typically acquired through formal training and significant on-the-job experience.
  • Experience in a similar role.

Experience

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Experience in working in an administration setting/position at a senior level.
  • Experience of working in the NHS and using patient Data Systems
  • Customer Service experience
  • Experience in providing non-clinical advice or guidance directly to patients or carers (e.g. travel reimbursements, lost property, service navigation).
Meini prawf dymunol
  • Appraisal experience
  • Managing Rota’s experience or equivalent

Skills

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Excellent administrative skills.
  • Excellent organisational skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, negotiation, influencing and persuasion skills.
  • Highly motivated and able to work autonomously using own initiative.
  • Professional attitude, approachable and enthusiastic.
  • Ability to work under pressure and effectively respond to frequently changing demands.
  • Assertiveness and diplomacy, when dealing with difficult situations.
  • Excellent team working skills
  • Attention to detail, must be able to concentrate in situations where frequent interruptions are likely.
  • Able to deal with unexpected situations.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Good keyboard skills and advanced use of IT packages and manipulating data.

Personal and people development

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Displays a strong motivation and commitment to success.
  • Ensures personal, professional behaviour and integrity at all times.
  • Develops constructive relationships and networks within the organisation.
  • Ensures that the success of individuals and teams is recognised and valued.
  • Willingness to attend training sessions to develop self and improve service provided to patients

Communication

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all staff groups.
  • Excellent communication and influencing skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with challenging people/situations.
  • Ability to negotiate and persuade.

Specific requirements

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations.

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