# Infection Sciences General Manager > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for UK Health Security Agency. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/infection-sciences-general-manager/a62bb404-9317-4add-883b-6c605324ba24 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/infection-sciences-general-manager/a62bb404-9317-4add-883b-6c605324ba24.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** UK Health Security Agency - **Location:** This role is lab based at Manchester Royal Infirmary - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Manager and corporate - **Salary:** £70,797 - £81,450 Per annum, pro-rata - **Contract type:** Fixed term: 7 months (FTC until 31.03.2027 with potential to be extended) - **Employment type:** Full time, Part time, Job share, Flexible working, 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-08-27T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-08-13T13:16:21.017Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/Manchester/UK_Health_Security_Agency/Public_Health_Microbiology_Science_Engineering/Public_Health_Microbiology_Science_Engineering-v8214108 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8214108?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency ## Job Content ### Job overview We are seeking an Infection Sciences General Manager who will report to the UKHSA Regional Head of Operations & the Head of Service of the Manchester Medical Microbiology Partnership (MMMP) for the delivery of all patient services within the Clinical Service for the Infection Sciences (Virology, Microbiology and Mycology). They will be part of the triumvirate with the UKHSA Regional Head of Operations and Head of Service/Clinical Director with direction from the CSS Clinical Head of Division & UKHSA Public Health Microbiology Deputy Director & advice & support from the Clinical Group Directors to achieve UKHSA & MFT/Clinical Group objectives. They will be expected to make a positive contribution to the provision of health services across the Group & local health and social care economy. At this level, they will manage the Laboratory Medicine Care Division Infection Sciences departments (Virology, Microbiology and MRCM) with high levels of risk, specific regulatory requirements &/or constitutional standards. Interfaces with strategic partners will be highly complex & may be contentious. This role is advertised at Civil Service Grade 6. Applicants who are currently employed on Agenda for Change (AfC) terms and conditions are welcome to apply and if successful, will transfer to the role on AfC Band 8c terms and conditions. The AfC Band 8c salary is £79,504 - £91,609. ### Main duties of the job As part of the triumvirate, they will ensure that all operational performance targets including laboratory KPIs, finance, quality of services to patients & improving services towards best practice standards within available income are achieved. On call requirements will be confirmed within Clinical Groups to align with the agreed Operating Model. Clinical Governance As part of the triumvirate provide operational management & strategic input to the Clinical Director & Regional Head of Operations to: - Review & maintain clinical standards within the Clinical & Public Health Service ensuring compliance with national governance policies, monitoring performance against clinical standards & supporting evidence-based practice to drive improvements - Ensure full compliance within the Clinical Service with the Trust's Complaints procedure taking any action where necessary to improve the quality of service to patients Strategic Management Working within the triumvirate & alongside the MFT/Clinical Group Directors/other Clinical Service colleagues within the site, group & within the wider health community: - Contribute to strategic development of services across Greater Manchester & the North-West - Work with the Clinical Director to develop a Clinical Service Strategic Plan supported by an Annual Business Plan which is monitored quarterly This is not an exhaustive list. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Service Delivery - Support Infection Sciences Clinical Director & Regional Head of Operations in the management of Clinical & Public Health Services ensuring high standards, achievement of performance standards, & timely resolution of operational issues - Establish systems in order to implement MFT/Clinical Group strategies for assessing service users' views on quality of services provided & for involving patients, relatives & their representatives in the planning & development of services - In conjunction with the Clinical Director, Regional Head of Operations, Clinical Group Directors & other General Manager, agree Local Plans relating to capacity & efficiency & be responsible for implementation of changes agreed in negotiations, delivering activity levels to enhance performance - Lead on Clinical & Public Health Service transformation plans in conjunction with UKHSA & MFT/Clinical Group/other Clinical Service colleagues including the development & delivery of service improvements - Ensure teams use performance information to identify improvement opportunities & implement plans that enhance efficiency & quality Communication & Engagement - With MFT/Clinical Group/other Clinical Service(s) colleagues develop a shared vision of service & promote a culture within the Clinical & Public Health Service so all staff work towards the achievement of MFT/Clinical Group & UKHSA objectives - Develop effective partnerships with other MFT/Clinical Groups/other Clinical Service(s) to develop alongside the Clinical Director, corporate strategy & operations of the Trust & UKHSA - Develop excellent relationships with all external stakeholders including commissioners, NHSI, NHSE, Local Authority, patients' interest groups, media & local community - Convey & communicate highly complex & contentious or emotive topics in challenging environments where consensus does not exist such as proposals for manager change - Consider patients & health inequalities when communicating with patients ensuring that language & style is appropriate to the communities we serve Performance & Resource Management - Support the Clinical Director in delivering financial targets through effective budget setting & monitoring whilst achieving cost efficiency targets - Ensure the Clinical & Public Health Service meets access targets within agreed financial constraints & Trust & UKHSA policies & procedures - Lead development of plans & policies for the clinical & public health service which may have an impact upon the whole organisation - Work with the triumvirate in the management of capacity across multiple clinical services with the Clinical Director & clinicians to ensure delivery of required activity - Support the Clinical Director in leading services reviews in conjunction with clinicians & managers within the speciality, working with the triumvirate team/Clinical Group Directors/other Clinical Services & external organisations on wider reviews using improvement methodologies to support modernisation - Lead projects as requested by the Clinical Director &/or Regional Head of Operations - Lead production of a robust & realistic activity & income plan across multiple clinical services Human Resources Management - Adhere to all Trust & UKHSA Human Resources management policies & procedures, ensuring compliance with employment legislation & regulation at all times & directly manage service managers across multiple clinical services - Provide day to day management of service managers & support the Clinical Director in management of all human resources within the Clinical & Public Health Service including setting objectives, personal development plans & appraisals - In conjunction with the Clinical Director agree job plans & appraisals with senior medical staff & ensure effective arrangements are established to engage doctors & other clinical professionals in management & planning of services - Work in the triumvirate together with the Clinical Group Directors to develop plans to implement the Trust's HR Strategies including effective attraction, recruitment & retention of staff - Work with the Clinical Director & Regional Head of Operations to ensure the Trust Values & behaviours are adhered to The above is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities & outcomes required of this role. You will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required. The job description & person specifications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with changing needs of the organisation. Essential Criteria - BSc Honours Degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent experience working in a laboratory managerial position - Managerial experience or qualification in Biomedical Science equivalent to post graduate diploma - Postgraduate level qualification in Infection Sciences subjects equivalent to Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences or MSc - Knowledge of specific area acquired through a degree or equivalent experience or training - Highly specialist knowledge of managing within a healthcare setting e.g. Finance, HR, project/programme management/change - Highly detailed knowledge & experience of managing performance, capacity, demand & activity - Knowledge of managing staff within a healthcare setting & significant experience of managing a Directorate - Proven experience of & demonstrable achievement in managing healthcare services - Management of resources with a good track record with change management, efficiency savings & financial recovery plans - Experience of developing & maintaining effective partnerships with internal & external stakeholders in the redesign of services - Experience of project management & imaginative planning - Experience of modernising services without additional resources - Experience of budget setting & managing multiple budgets - Experience of managing a diverse team - Experience of identifying education & training needs of staff Desirable Criteria - Experience in workforce planning - Experience in setting establishments & using workforce toolkits including dependency tools - Experience in R&D Application & Sift - Competency-based At sift stage you will be assessed against the 14 Essential Criteria listed in this advert. You will be required to complete: - An Application Form - ‘Employer/Activity history’ section on the application - A 1500 word Supporting Statement - we have a word limit of 1500, you will not be able to exceed 1500 words This should outline how your skills, experience & knowledge provide evidence of your suitability for the role. You will receive a joint score for your Application Form & Supporting Statement. The Application Form is the information you would put into your CV – please be advised you will not be able to upload or email us your CV. Please complete the Application Form in as much detail as possible. Longlisting In the event of a large number of applications, we may longlist into 3 piles of: - Meets all Essential Criteria - Meets some Essential Criteria - Meets no Essential Criteria Only 'Meets all Essential Criteria' will progress to Shortlisting. Shortlisting In the event of a large number of applications, we may conduct an initial sift on the following Essential Criteria: - BSc Honours Degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent experience working in an laboratory managerial position Desirable criteria may be used in the event of a large number of applications/successful candidates. If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview. Feedback will not be provided at this stage. Interview - Competency-based You will be invited to a single face-to-face interview at Manchester Royal Infirmary. Interview date(s) to be confirmed. During the interview we will assess against the below in relation to the 14 Essential Criteria: - Knowledge - Experience - Skills & Abilities Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Eligibility Criteria Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including by definition internal applicants). Salary Information Fixed-Term Contract until 31.03.2027 with potential to be extended Civil Service Grade 6: £70,797 - £81,450 per annum, pro-rata If you are successful at interview & are moving from another government department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able to demonstrate you are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary. Pay increases are through the relevant annual pay award for the role & terms. Location This role is lab based at UKHSA Manchester Laboratory, Manchester Royal Infirmary, Clinical Sciences Building, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9WZ. Hybrid working is not available for this role. Security Clearance Level Requirement Successful candidates must pass a basic disclosure & barring security check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) For meaningful National Security Vetting checks to be carried out individuals need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time. You should normally have been resident in the UK for the last 3 years as the role requires CTC clearance. In exceptional circumstances UK residency less than the outlined periods may not necessarily bar you from gaining national security vetting & applicants should contact Resourcing Support listed in the advert for further advice. ### Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. ## Person Specification ### General **Essential** - Knowledge, Experience, Skills & Abilities ### Application Form & Supporting Statement **Essential** - Application Form & Supporting Statement ## Documents - [application form guidance notes (pdf, 77.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1489) - [civil service nationality rules (pdf, 195.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1488) - [civil service recruitment principles (pdf, 2.6mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1487) - [working at ukhsa and your benefits (pdf, 219.2kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2342) - [information sheet - selection process (pdf, 110.1kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2299) - [information sheet - starting salaries and benefits (pdf, 129.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1490) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.