Medical Absence Co-ordinator

Job Description

The Medical Absence Co-ordinator supports the management of staff sickness absence across the Trust. Requirements are likely to include strong administrative and organisational skills, accurate record keeping, confidence using Microsoft Office and HR information systems, and an understanding of confidentiality, data protection and attendance procedures. Experience in NHS, healthcare or human-resources administration would be advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to communicate professionally with employees, managers, occupational-health services and other stakeholders; monitor absence cases; arrange appointments and reviews; prepare reports; maintain accurate records; and provide timely, compassionate and consistent support. The role requires discretion, attention to detail, the ability to prioritise competing workloads and a practical understanding of workplace absence policies.

Company Info

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust is a major NHS provider serving communities across Greater Manchester, including Bury, Oldham, Rochdale and Salford. It delivers hospital, community and integrated health services through facilities such as Salford Royal, Fairfield General Hospital, The Royal Oldham Hospital and Rochdale Infirmary. The Trust employs a large multidisciplinary workforce covering clinical care, diagnostics, administration, research, education and corporate services. Its work focuses on safe, effective and compassionate care, while improving health outcomes and reducing inequalities across the region. As an NHS Foundation Trust, it offers structured pay and benefits, occupational pension membership, annual leave, professional development and access to extensive internal training. Administrative and HR employees play an important role in supporting staff wellbeing, workforce planning and the smooth operation of patient services.

Destination Guide

The United Kingdom offers extensive opportunities in healthcare, administration, technology, engineering, finance and education, with major employment centres in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Cardiff and Belfast. Its culture is diverse and generally respectful of privacy, punctuality and professional boundaries. Lifestyle ranges from busy urban living to coastal and rural communities, with reliable public transport in larger cities, although housing can be expensive. Applicants normally need the right to work through British or Irish citizenship, settled status, a family route or an eligible work visa. Some NHS roles may qualify for the Health and Care Worker visa, but administrative positions must meet current occupation and salary rules. Before relocating, check visa eligibility, registration requirements, tax, accommodation and NHS access. The UK has four constituent nations, each with distinctive traditions, landscapes and public services.