Job Description

University Hospitals of North Midlands is currently unable to provide sponsorship this role. This is in accordance with UKVI guidelines and legislation, as these roles do not meet the skill nor salary threshold for sponsorship. If you hold a graduate visa, you are welcome to apply for this role however it is important to note that UHNM will be unable to offer sponsorship at the end of your graduate visa, you must also have at least six months until your graduate visa expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Pathology Administrative Team primarily based at Leighton Hospital.
The successful candidate will provide a comprehensive, quality and confidential secretarial/administrative service to the North Midlands and Cheshire Pathology Service (NMCPS).
Main duties of the job
The Directorate Support Secretary will be expected to organise their workload and co-ordinate their activities in conjunction with, and supervised by the Operational Services Manager to ensure that an efficient service is provided.
The post holder will be capable of the full administrative function within the team, and be able to step-in to fill gaps, to ensure continuity of services.
It is essential that the post holder is able to exercise initiative suitable to the role, and is fully supportive to other colleagues in the administrative team.
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. We serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. The Trust has around 1,450 inpatient beds across two sites in Stoke-on-Trent and Stafford. Our 11,000 strong workforce provide emergency treatment, planned operations and medical care from Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital in Stafford.
We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. We have put together a wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential. Our goal is to be a world-class centre of achievement, where patients receive the highest standards of care and the best people come to learn, work and research.
Following an NHSI initiative to establish 29 Pathology networks across England the University Hospital of North Midlands is currently working closely with Mid and East Cheshire NHS Trusts to establish a Pathology network across Staffordshire and Cheshire.
Details
Date posted
29 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
24,937 to 26,598 a year PA
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
205-7607936-A
Job locations
Leighton Hospital
Middlewich Road
Crewe
CW1 4QJ
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for full role details.
Please contact us if you require more information about the role. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for full role details.
Please contact us if you require more information about the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• 5 GCSE's or equivalent to include English and Maths at Grade C or above or equivalent.
• Computer skills, ECDL or equivalent, Microsoft Office.

Desirable

• RSA 2 typewriting or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology / Previous secretarial experience
• Previous experience of working in a Pathology Department

Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience
Essential

• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective customer service skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative, prioritise own work.
• Good interpersonal skills - with all grades of staff including staff outside of the laboratory especially with ward and clinical staff with regards to results.
• Demonstrate good organisational and time management skills.

Desirable

• Understand Pathology and Trust IT Systems.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• 5 GCSE's or equivalent to include English and Maths at Grade C or above or equivalent.
• Computer skills, ECDL or equivalent, Microsoft Office.

Desirable

• RSA 2 typewriting or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology / Previous secretarial experience
• Previous experience of working in a Pathology Department

Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience
Essential

• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective customer service skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative, prioritise own work.
• Good interpersonal skills - with all grades of staff including staff outside of the laboratory especially with ward and clinical staff with regards to results.
• Demonstrate good organisational and time management skills.

Desirable

• Understand Pathology and Trust IT Systems.

Skills Required