Pathology Operations Manager (Band 8a)
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Airedale NHS Foundation Trust Pathology Operations Manager (Band 8a)
The closing date is 04 October 2026
Job summary
Pathology Operations Manager (primary base Harrogate District Hospital)
Integrated Pathology Solutions LLP (IPS) is seeking an experienced and motivated manager to join us as Pathology Operations Manager. The role will provide operational and HR leadership across a range of pathology teams, with a particular focus on Phlebotomy and Point of Care Testing (POCT) services.
This is an exciting opportunity to broaden your experience within a busy, multi-site pathology department of more than 400 staff. IPS is committed to developing its people and promoting personal development at every level. Candidates will need a strong foundation in people management, staff development and team leadership. During this fixed-term post, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to support staff through periods of service transformation, contribute to meaningful consultation processes, and help strengthen team morale and individual development.
Based primarily at Harrogate District Hospital, with the need for some cross-site working and travel, the postholder will work closely with the Pathology General Manager for the Harrogate site, and the Director of Operations, to maintain effective operational support. We are looking for an enthusiastic problem solver and confident communicator who is keen to contribute as part of the Pathology Senior Leadership Team and further develop their strategic leadership experience.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will work closely with the Phlebotomy Manager and POCT Managers, and other colleagues to support delivery of comprehensive, high-quality and safe services.
Demonstrable experience of managing staff and services is essential. Candidates should be well motivated, innovative and highly organised, with strong practical abilities, excellent IT skills and confident use of productivity tools. Detailed experience of Microsoft 365, including Teams, is essential, alongside well-developed communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to support both individual and team working.
Pathology experience is an advantage however candidates with a strong track-record of general staff management and leadership, and/or experience of leading service transformation are encouraged to apply.
Visits to the department and discussions regarding the role are strongly encouraged. For further information please contact Mark Harrison, Director of Operations, [email protected] 01535 293459.
About us
IPS is a joint venture providing a high-quality pathology service to Airedale NHS Foundation Trust (ANHST), Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (BTHFT) and Harrogate District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT). The successful candidate will be employed directly by ANHST, although secondments from current HDFT staff maintaining HDFT contracts would be supported.
We are delighted to offer a wide range of benefits to employees including:
- Cycle to Work
- Travel Scheme
- Childcare Vouchers with Salary Sacrifice
- Onsite Nursery
- Buying and Selling Annual Leave
- Car Leasing
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee Health and Wellbeing
- Extensive Reward Scheme
- Counselling Service
- Financial packages including Vivup and Wagestream
- Staff Networks, Enable, Rainbow, Gender, Race Equality Ecoaware & Admin Network.
Our values:
We understand that it's down to the hard work, effort and dedication of our staff that makes a difference for our patients. Our people really do make our Airedale experience - we take pride in fostering a friendly, effective and caring work environment. Our values are part of our DNA, which are:
- Committed to Quality of Care
- Compassion
- Working together for patients
- Improving Lives
- Everyone Counts
- Respect and Dignity
Details
Date posted
15 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year pro rata per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
11 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
423-8298461
Job locations
Harrogate District Hospital (some Cross site cover)
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details including the Job description and full person specification please see the attached documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details including the Job description and full person specification please see the attached documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Holds suitable Level 6 (Undergraduate degree level) qualification in field of expertise.
- Holds a suitable Level 7 (Master's degree level) management qualification and/or has demonstrable relevant experience equivalent to this level of knowledge.
Desirable
- ECDL
- Professional body membership
- Chartered Manager status
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable management experience
- Demonstrable Human Resource management experience and skills
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
- Evidence of proven people skills, particularly in dealing with individuals of different grades
- Experience of procurement and implementation of equipment
- Demonstrable experience and skill in the initiation and implementation of organisational change
- Experience in developing, implementing and monitoring policies, procedures and standards
- Experience of implementing new techniques and technologies
- Experience in training staff
Desirable
- Experience of dealing with complex HR management issues, with detailed knowledge of sickness and performance management
- Experience of implementing transformational project work and conducting staff consultations
Qualifications
Essential
- Holds suitable Level 6 (Undergraduate degree level) qualification in field of expertise.
- Holds a suitable Level 7 (Master's degree level) management qualification and/or has demonstrable relevant experience equivalent to this level of knowledge.
Desirable
- ECDL
- Professional body membership
- Chartered Manager status
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable management experience
- Demonstrable Human Resource management experience and skills
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
- Evidence of proven people skills, particularly in dealing with individuals of different grades
- Experience of procurement and implementation of equipment
- Demonstrable experience and skill in the initiation and implementation of organisational change
- Experience in developing, implementing and monitoring policies, procedures and standards
- Experience of implementing new techniques and technologies
- Experience in training staff
Desirable
- Experience of dealing with complex HR management issues, with detailed knowledge of sickness and performance management
- Experience of implementing transformational project work and conducting staff consultations
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Airedale NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Harrogate District Hospital (some Cross site cover)
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.airedale-trust.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Airedale NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Harrogate District Hospital (some Cross site cover)
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.airedale-trust.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Director of Operations
Mark Harrison
01535293459
Details
Date posted
15 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year pro rata per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
11 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
423-8298461
Job locations
Harrogate District Hospital (some Cross site cover)
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
United Kingdom
Supporting documents
Privacy notice
Airedale NHS Foundation Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)
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