Job summary
- Main area
- Pathology
- Grade
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time - 15 hours per week (Mon & Tuesday 8am-4.30pm)
- Job ref
- 050-AC212-0726
- Employer
- Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Ysbyty Gwynedd
- Town
- Bangor
- Salary
- £28,819 - £31,626 per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 13/07/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Higher Blood Sciences Administrator
Band 4
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
The salary scale for a Band 3 has been adjusted as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2026/2027 and will be implemented in August 2026 backdated to 01 April 2026 where applicable.
Job overview
Provide comprehensive secretarial, clerical and administrative support to the Blood Sciences Site Manager (BSSM) West, the wider Blood Sciences management team West and the Blood Science team in YG including the Senior Scientists, Transfusion Practitioner and Phlebotomy Team to ensure an efficient and effective liaison between internal departments and external agencies, including BCU and NWSSP services including Workforce and Organisational Development (WOD), Recruitment, Payroll and Occupational Health.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking to hire a part-time Senior Blood Sciences Administrator within the Managed Clinical Services Directorate, North Wales. The postholder will be based at Ysbyty Gwynedd and will also provide services to sites managed by the West team. The postholder is expected to work closely with the Blood Sciences Site Lead and the senior BMS and supervisors to help deliver an effective service.
The job holder will provide support to the Blood Sciences Team to ensure robust systems/processes are developed and maintained for effective control of service documents, including staff files, ESR, oracle ordering system, E-roster and payroll forms. The successful applicant will be key to ensuring BI processes are followed and the information kept is accurate, timely, organised and accessible, and stored confidentially within the department.
The role includes cross-site management of incoming invoices for referral requests.
This job offers a great opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated administrator who wants to move into the world of diagnostics.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- Administer a variety of meetings with/on behalf of the BSSM and the Blood Science department, including preparation of agendas, minutes and appropriate follow-up action.
- Act as administrator for the SERVICE. A comprehensive knowledge of the full range of organisational and administrative procedures is essential as are advanced level IT skills.
- Gather information, undertake enquiries, progress-chase and carry out projects on behalf of the BSSM.
- In the absence of the BSSM, take judgement/initiative to provide a first-line response to ad hoc issues, take necessary action or forward to other managers in the SERVICE as appropriate.
- Daily point of contact for the staff workforce and contractual enquiries ensuring any issues are handled appropriately or passed onto the BSSM or Senior BMS when necessary.
- Support the review, processing and escalation of invoices into the service
- Excellent communication and organisational skills are an essential requirement as is the ability to liaise with staff at all levels and contribute to the effective and efficient running of Department/SERVICE.
- Responsible for checking and reconciling incoming invoices.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- AMSPAR or equivalent qualification
- GCSE English
- IT literacy qualification
Desirable criteria
- Audiotyping qualification
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Structure and Policies of NHS Wales
- Application of Human Resources policies
- Finance and invoicing procedures
- Use of IT software including word, excel, outlook
Experience
Essential criteria
- Administration practices
- Financial policies
- Minute taking
- Preparing, storing and archiving paper and electronic records
Applicant requirements
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Rachael Surridge
- Job title
- Blood Sciences Services Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07557312327
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