# Assistant Contracts Manager Band 6 > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Belfast Health and Social Care Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/assistant-contracts-manager-band-6/83e802c7-28f6-49ae-82a3-714feb7982b0 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/assistant-contracts-manager-band-6/83e802c7-28f6-49ae-82a3-714feb7982b0.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Belfast Health and Social Care Trust - **Location:** Knockbracken Healthcare Park - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Manager and corporate - **Grade:** Band 6 - **Salary:** £38,682 - £46,580 - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Closing date:** 2026-09-08T15:30:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-08-24T14:29:37.075Z - **Source information URL:** https://jobs.hscni.net/Job/48848/bhsctassistant-contracts-managerband-6 - **Application URL:** https://jobs-app.hscni.net/sap/bc/webdynpro/sap/hrrcf_a_posting_apply?PARAM=cG9zdF9pbnN0X2d1aWQ9MDA1MDU2OTNGMzJDMUZFMUE3RjgzOTc4MzNGOEM3QTgmY2FuZF90eXBlPWU%3d - **Employer website:** https://belfasttrust.hscni.net ## Job Content ### Job details - Branch: Belfast HSCT - Location: Knockbracken Healthcare Park - Salary: Band 6 (£38,682 - £46,580) - Contract Type: Permanent - Opening Date: 24/08/26 - Closes: Tue, 08 September 2026 @ 4:30 PM - Interview Dates: TBC ### Notes We accept online applications only.? ? A waiting list may be created for similar posts that may arise while the waiting list is live, this may include temporary or part-time posts. This will be managed in line with the updated HSC waiting list principles effective from 1 April 2026 Where a part-time waiting list is required, one part-time waiting list will be created- regardless of any specific hours advertised, this waiting list will cover all future vacancies where part-time posts arise. A part-time post is defined as any post that has less than 37.5 hours per week Please remember to save or print a copy of the job description before submitting your application, as it will not be accessible afterwards. Flexible Working We welcome flexible working requests from day one. All HSC organisations offer a range of flexible working options. The options available for this post will depend on the requirements of the role. Find out more about flexible working options on our website. ### JOB DESCRIPTION POST: Assistant Contracts Manager LOCATION: Knockbracken Healthcare Park GRADE: Band 6 (Permanent Post) *A waiting list may be created from this process. This waiting list will be used to fill any permanent or temporary posts at this level within the Performance and Planning Department within the next 6 months. REPORTS TO: Planning and Contracts Manager RESPONSIBLE TO: Co-Director of Planning and Performance Job Summary / Main Purpose The post holder is responsible for assisting the Planning and Contracts Manager/ Senior Manager with the development, management and monitoring of the contracting process with the Independent Sector, other public Organisations, and with Health Authorities and Local Authorities elsewhere in the United Kingdom. Responsibilities will include assisting the Planning and Contracts Manager/ Senior Manager in ensuring that contracting process and contract documentation drafted is uniform across all areas of the Trust and is aligned to regional guidance and best practice. The post holder will assist in maintaining a database of all service contracts/service level agreements, maintain a monitoring framework for and a database of all activity delivered by the Independent Sector and will assist the Senior Contracts Manager prepare an escalation policy with regard to all aspects of non-compliance. This post shall include responsibility for liaising with Service Managers, Finance and Information staff across the Trust to provide written and verbal expertise on the contracting process and the establishment of valid and timely service contracts. The post holder will support planning processes for the development of services as required, including the processes for revenue business cases. The post holder shall line-manage a small team of support staff and contribute to their development, management and success. Main Duties / Responsibilities Setting Direction To assist the Planning and Contracts Manager/ Senior Manager develop and enhance a contracting process with all Independent Sector Providers, including all documentation, monitoring of service delivery and working closely with the Quality Monitoring Team to ensure that the Trust's patients and clients receive the highest quality of service. To assist in putting in place processes which will support the establishment of audit, performance monitoring, performance improvement work and annual reporting and value for money policies. To participate in and contribute to the development of policies, guidelines and processes commensurate with Organisational Strategies and Objectives which will assist Service Managers purchase the highest quality of care. Service Delivery To assist the Planning and Contract Manager/ Senior Manager review all contracts with the Independent Sector and other Public Agencies on an annual basis and to identify gaps where contracts/service level agreements need to be established. To update and prepare all relevant contracts/service level agreements on an annual basis ensuring that changes, in legislation, national, regional or Trust Guidelines are included. Levels of activity, improvements required in quality, funding or any other relevant clauses are inserted appropriately. To assist the Planning and Contract Manager/ Senior Manager develop a Trust-wide approach to all contracts/service level agreements to ensure uniformity of delivery, appropriate monitoring and actions required are implemented. Provide advice and guidance on planning and contracting issues to Service staff, including the revenue business case process. Collaborative Working To facilitate and guide appropriate Trust Service staff with the process of contracting with the Independent Sector or other public organisations or Agencies, assisting with assurance in quality in service delivery, in bench marking services and demonstrating value for money. To work collaboratively with all corporate staff within the Trust to ensure that processes and policies are in place and working smoothly to assist in the accurate and timely payment of valid invoices or provision of statistical information when required. Development and Innovation To assist in the maintenance of a Database of IS Contracts/Service level Agreements and, community based Out of Area referrals for specialist services and implement a process across the Trust for the management of such referrals, and to monitor and update the information by liaising with appropriate Service Managers on a regular basis. To assist the Planning and Contracts Manager/ Senior Manager seek ways to enhance the formal presentation of contract performance information and to develop innovative ways of disseminating the information to relevant audiences. To lead, in conjunction with the Planning and Contracts Manager/ Senior Manager, regular service and funding reviews with service groups to ensure that activity targets are met within timescales and monitor corrective action until targets are met. Communication and Information Management To ensure that timely and accurate performance data on all external monitoring is provided to the Co-Director for integration within the Trust Performance Management System and relevant breakdown of data is provided to Service Groups as agreed. To work with Information and Technology staff to maintain a database of all activity requested from the Independent Sector, and maintain in place a trigger system which will result in implementation of the escalation policy should levels of activity delivered fail to meet agreed levels. To monitor Contracts/Service Level Agreements with the Commissioner and prepare performance reports on a monthly/quarterly basis by liaising with Service Managers to identify reasons for change and target activity. To assist the Planning and Contracts Manager/ Senior Manager in working with other relevant groups to ensure the development of practices and effective communications and involvement mechanisms for patients, carers, public staff and service providers. To ensure the highest degree of accuracy, completeness and consistency of data within the planning and contracting systems and processes, providing the necessary guidance and support to the team. Quality/ Governance Work with all relevant parties to assist in the undertaking of audits and benchmarking to ensure that all Independent Sector and other Statutory Providers are delivering efficient and effective services and improving services for patients and clients. Assist the Planning and Contracts Manager/ Senior Manager to ensure that service and operational changes implemented reflect Commissioner Intentions and are conductive to effective patient and client care. Seek to ensure high standards of governance within the contracting function. Financial and Resource Management To be responsible for the preparation and issuing of the monthly payment schedule, implementing adjustments to payments as necessary. To assist the Planning and Contracts Manager/ Senior Manager to ensure value for money in relation to service planning, contract and procurement activities. To assist the Planning and Contracts Manager/ Senior Manager to ensure the necessary expenditure authorisation for contracting arrangements. To assist the Planning and Contracts Manager/ Senior Manager secure estimates of exceptional income and expenditure for the incoming financial year to inform all contract/service level agreement negotiations. People Management and Development To assist the Planning and Contracts Manager/ Senior Manager when required at all meetings, ensure an accurate record of all meetings is recorded and circulated to all relevant parties and all actions required by Contract Staff are appropriately completed. Support the Planning and Contracts Manager/ Senior Manager with service planning and finance colleagues in Service Level Agreement and Service Budget Agreement negotiations. To work effectively as a Team member, supporting a culture of effective team working, staff recognition, continuous improvement and training when required. Lead by example in practising the highest standards of conduct with the Code of Conduct for HPSS Managers. Participate in Trust Staff Development and Performance Review Scheme and ensure that individual staff development/in service training is maintained in line with mandatory requirements. Ensure that the review of performance identified above is performed in accordance with Trust Board Policy. Maintain good relationship with staff working him/her. Delegate appropriate responsibility and authority to the level of staff within his/her team, consistent with effective decisionmaking whilst retaining responsibility for results. Take such actions as may be necessary in disciplinary matters in accordance with procedures laid down by the Trust. Undertake other duties as may be required from time to time which are consistent with the responsibilities of the grade. ### General Responsibilities Employees of the Trust are required to promote and support the mission and vision of the service for which they are responsible and: At all times provide a caring service and to treat those with whom they come into contact in a courteous and respectful manner. Demonstrate their commitment by their regular attendance and the efficient completion of all tasks allocated to them. Comply with the Trust's Smoke Free Policy. Carry out their duties and responsibilities in compliance with the Health and Safety Policies and Statutory Regulations. Adhere to Equality and Good Relations duties throughout the course of their employment. Ensure the ongoing confidence of the public in-service provision. Maintain high standards of personal accountability. Comply with the HPSS Code of Conduct. Information Governance All employees of Belfast Health & Social Care Trust are legally responsible for all records held, created or used as part of their business within the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, including patient/client, corporate and administrative records whether paper based or electronic and also including e-mails. All such records are public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environment Regulations 2004, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. Employees are required to be conversant and to comply with the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust policies on Information Governance including for example the ICT Security Policy, Data Protection Policy and Records Management Policy and to seek advice if in doubt. For further information on how we use your personal data within HR, please refer to the Privacy Notice available on the HUB or Your HR Environmental Cleaning Strategy The Trusts Environmental Cleaning Strategy recognizes the key principle that "Cleanliness matters is everyone's responsibility, not just the cleaners" Whilst there are staff employed who are responsible for cleaning services, all Trust staff have a responsibility to ensure a clean, comfortable, safe environment for patients, clients, residents, visitors, staff and members of the general public. Infection Prevention and Control The Belfast Trust is committed to reducing Healthcare associated infections (HCAIs) and all staff have a part to play in making this happen. Staff must comply with all policies in relation to Infection Prevention and Control and with ongoing reduction strategies. Standard Infection Prevention and Control Precautions must be used at all times to ensure the safety of patients and staff. This includes:- Cleaning hands either with soap and water or a hand sanitiser at the appropriate times (WHO '5 moments'); Using the correct '7 step' hand hygiene technique; Being 'bare below the elbows' when in a clinical environment; Following Trust policies and the Regional Infection Control Manual (found on intranet); Wearing the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); Ensuring correct handling and disposal of waste (including sharps) and laundry; Ensuring all medical devices (equipment) are decontaminated appropriately i.e. cleaned, disinfected and/or sterilised; Ensuring compliance with High Impact Interventions. Values The Belfast Trust aims to recruit staff not only with the right skills but also with the right values to ensure the delivery of excellent patient care and experience. Staff will be expected to be committed to provide safe, effective, compassionate and person centered care by:- Treating Everyone with Dignity and Respect Displaying Openness and Trust Being Accountable Being Leading Edge Maximising Learning and Development By embedding the above values we will make a significant contribution to the delivery of the Trust's Vision. Personal Public Involvement Staff members are expected to involve patients, clients, carers and the wider community were relevant, in developing, planning and delivering our services in a meaningful and effective way, as part of the Trust's ongoing commitment to Personal Public Involvement (PPI). Please use the link below to access the PPI standards leaflet for further information. http://www.publichealth.hscni.net/sites/default/files/PPI_leaflet.pdf Clause: This job description is not meant to be definitive and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust. ### PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION Degree or professional qualification and 1 years' experience working in a management role* in a capacity, which has included contracting/ commissioning experience with the Independent/ Voluntary sector. OR HNC/ HND or equivalent/ higher qualification AND 3 years' experience in a role involving contracting/ commissioning with the Independent/ Voluntary sector including at least one year in a management role*. 5 years' experience in a role involving contracting/ commissioning experience with the Independent/ Voluntary sector including at least one year in a management role*. *Management role defined as Band 5 or above. Demonstrable high level of IT literacy, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases and PowerPoint. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral and interpersonal skills, with an ability to liaise with a wide range of stakeholders at all levels, both internal and external to the Trust. Excellent numeracy skills with the ability analyse and interpret data, process information, and make decisions based on logical thinking and reasoning. Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines. Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative. Ability to demonstrate discretion and confidentiality in all matters relating to this post. Hold a current driving licence with access to a car or access to a form of transport to meet the mobility needs of the post. Working knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint. Knowledge of and interest in health and social services issues. Knowledge of the Public Contract Regulations 2015 and/ or the new Procurement Act 2023. Understanding of the tender process for public contracts. ### NOTE Where educational/professional qualifications form part of the criteria you will be required, if shortlisted for interview, to produce original certificates, and one photocopy of same, issued by the appropriate authority. Only those certificates relevant to the shortlisting criteria should be produced. If educational certificates are not available an original letter and photocopy of same detailing examination results from your school or college will be accepted as an alternative. If successful you will be required to produce documentary evidence that you are legally entitled to live and work in the United Kingdom. This documentation can be a P45, Payslip, National Insurance Card or a Birth Certificate confirming birth in the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland. 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