Job summary
- Main area
- Data Assurance
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 5
- Contract
- Fixed term: 12 months (12 months from start date)
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday (core hours 08:00-18:00))
- Job ref
- 349-COR-8008929-RL4
- Employer
- Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Trafford House
- Town
- Wythenshawe
- Salary
- £32,073 - £39,043 per annum, pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 23/06/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Data Quality Assurance Team Leader
NHS AfC: Band 5
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as a Team Leader as part of the Data Assurance Team for Manchester NHS Foundation Trust.
The successful candidate will possess good communication and team leadership skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure to meet deadlines.
You will need to be organised, diligent and have patient care as your primary concern. You must have exceptional attention to detail and should have an understanding of patient pathways and previous experience on the Trusts current EPR system, HIVE powered by Epic.
You will need to have experience in working with large sets of data and be confident in the use of Microsoft Excel. You should have an excellent understanding of RTT pathway rules as well as awareness and understanding of other NHS national performance targets and access rules.
This role would be an excellent stepping stone for those who seek progression into management.
Main duties of the job
This post will lead a team of Data Quality Assurance Clerks working to accurately validate pathways on Hive. The post holder will support staff to ensure that accurate, timely and complete data is recorded on Trust systems.
This role will focus on improving data quality at source, supporting staff within the team to understand data quality errors.
To support the Data Assurance Service Manager in establishing routine procedures which enable monitoring of team output, and to ensure that all work is of a consistent and high standard.
Working for our organisation
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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Higher National Certificate / Diploma or equivalent or relevant experience
- Evidence of Personal Development
Desirable criteria
- Higher National Certificate / Diploma or equivalent qualification in an IT related subject
Experience / Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Understanding of Data Quality issues in the NHS
- Knowledge of computer applications eg Word, Excel, Outlook
- Patient related NHS administrative experience
- Ability to use IT systems
- Knowledge of commissioning datasets
- Staff management experience
Desirable criteria
- Understanding of RTT
Attributes
Essential criteria
- Provide and receive information on Informatics matters which may be complicated
- Ability to analyse situations / information to identify and resolve a range of problems
- Plan tasks and activities which may require adjustment due to variable workload / interruptions
- Ability to develop skills quickly and in a new environment
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work on your own or in a team
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to problem solve and find faults and implement methods to resolve issues
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Maria Sobolewska
- Job title
- Data Assurance Service Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0161 529 0175
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