Job summary
- Main area
- Sleep Physiology
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 7 (Annex 21)
- Contract
- Permanent: Trainee post will be paid at Annex 21
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (May include working unsociable hours)
- Job ref
- 349-WTWA-7896244-RL4
- Employer
- Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Trafford General Hospital
- Town
- Trafford
- Salary
- £49,387 - £56,515 Per Annum, Pro Rata, Trainee post will be paid at Annex 21
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 28/04/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Highly Specialised Healthcare Scientist
NHS AfC: Band 7 (Annex 21)
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Highly Specialised Healthcare Scientist/Practitioner to join the Sleep Service at Trafford General Hospital, part of Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.
We welcome applications from candidates who are already working at, or are close to meeting, the competencies and professional standards expected of a Band 7 Healthcare Scientist. Applicants interested in a trainee route should demonstrate a strong foundation of relevant knowledge and experience, along with clear potential to progress to Band 7 level with training and support.
This role supports the delivery of a high‑quality sleep service across both our main department and the Community Diagnostic Centre at Withington Community Hospital.
The Sleep Service is a modern, dynamic unit serving a large population across the North West. With a CPAP user base of more than 8,000 patients, the service provides a comprehensive range of diagnostic and therapeutic pathways, including the assessment and management of non‑respiratory sleep disorders.
We are also actively involved in education and training, contributing to the teaching of students on the PTP course at Manchester Metropolitan University.
Main duties of the job
The position will involve:
Supporting the service manager in the day to day management and leadership of the department.
Performing and analysing in-patient and outpatient sleep studies (including respiratory polygraphy, full video polysomnography, multiple sleep latency testing, maintenance of wakefulness testing and actigraphy).
CPAP issue and follow up (face-to-face and remote clinics).
Teaching, training and mentoring of students and junior staff.
Supervision and line management of junior staff, stock control and procurement
Service improvement, audit and quality control.
The service encourages and supports flexible working (including home working where appropriate) but the successful applicant may be expected to cover evening and night shifts depending on service demand.
Working for our organisation
| Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time. |
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
| To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. Explore ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’ To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one-stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are — what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. You’ll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place', simply click on the relevant PDF document under the ‘Documents to download’ section and once opened, you can either scan or click on the QR code. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. 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. 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. |
Person specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Masters degree in physiological or biological science or equivalent experience.
- Undergraduate degree in physiological or biological science.
- Registered with RCCP, AHCS or BRPT
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable criteria
- Holds RPSGT qualification or eligible to apply.
- Sleep medicine specific qualification
- Management qualification.
- Teaching qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Post registration experience in sleep medicine.
- Competent in performing, scoring and interpreting full video polysomnography.
- Experience of CPAP issue and after care with complex patients.
- Experience of teaching/mentoring.
- Experience in working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Desirable criteria
- Experience of lung function testing.
- Completed training for trainers course within last 3 years.
- Management/HR experience
- Experience of working with patients with learning difficulties.
- Experience in research/audit.
- Experience in stock control and procurement.
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- High level understanding of respiratory physiology and pathology.
- High level understanding of sleep physiology and pathology.
Desirable criteria
- Experience of using motivational psychology.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Amy Dickinson
- Job title
- Highly Specialised Sleep Physiologist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0161 746 2023
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