Funding Assistant – NHS Jobs in Liverpool | Band 2 | Part-Time Permanent
UK NHS JOB OPPORTUNITY – LIVERPOOL
A new Funding Assistant opportunity is available with Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust at Liverpool Women’s Hospital.
This is a permanent, part-time NHS position based in Liverpool, working within the Hewitt Fertility Centre, one of Britain’s largest reproductive medicine units.
Closing date: 04 September 2026
IMPORTANT: VISA SPONSORSHIP
The vacancy states that applications from candidates requiring current Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside other applications. However, the advert also states that UKVI guidelines prohibit sponsorship for all Band 2 posts and that many non-clinical roles are not eligible for sponsorship.
Applicants should therefore check their individual eligibility and the current UKVI Skilled Worker rules before applying. Do not assume that this Band 2 role qualifies for sponsorship.
JOB OVERVIEW
Job Title: Funding Assistant
Employer: Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust
Department: Hewitt Fertility Centre
Location: Liverpool Women’s Hospital, Liverpool
NHS Band: Band 2
Salary: £25,272 per year
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Part-time
Reference: 159-LWH-143-26
Posted: 28 August 2026
Closing Date: 04 September 2026
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Hewitt Fertility Centre provides comprehensive reproductive medicine services to both NHS and self-funded patients.
Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a bright, committed and enthusiastic Funding Assistant to join the centre’s administration team.
The successful candidate will support the administration of an efficient accounts service covering both NHS and self-funded patients.
The role requires someone with strong communication skills, administrative experience and the ability to maintain accurate financial and patient records.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Funding Assistant will assist with the day-to-day administration of the centre’s accounts service.
Key duties include:
- Responding to financial queries from patients and suppliers.
- Liaising with the Team Leader to ensure patients are invoiced on time.
- Ensuring payments are processed correctly.
- Monitoring and pursuing outstanding debts within agreed timescales.
- Generating monthly debt reminder letters.
- Using the Infertility Database for Embryology and Andrology Systems (IDEAS).
- Ensuring inappropriate debt reminder letters are not issued.
- Maintaining accurate records of monthly debtors.
- Contacting patients weekly and monthly regarding outstanding payments.
- Using initiative when proposing financial agreements with patients within agreed guidelines.
- Keeping financial agreements accurate and up to date.
- Maintaining accurate records for management and accounting purposes.
- Supporting the efficient operation of the accounts administration service.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Skills & Knowledge
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Ability to understand and respond appropriately to verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to communicate sensitively and tactfully.
- A good telephone manner.
- Ability to work effectively with patients, suppliers and colleagues.
Essential Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
Essential Experience
Candidates should have:
- Experience working within a clerical environment.
- Previous keyboard experience.
- Experience handling administrative tasks accurately.
Flexibility & Adaptability
The successful candidate should be able to:
- Adapt to changing procedures within the unit.
- Demonstrate a flexible approach to work.
- Work effectively under pressure during busy periods.
- Undertake personal development and training.
ABOUT LIVERPOOL WOMEN’S NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust became part of the NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG) in November 2024 following its coming together with Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
UHLG has more than 16,800 colleagues providing healthcare services to communities across Merseyside and highly specialised services to more than two million people across the North West.
Liverpool Women’s Hospital provides specialist services for women, babies and families.
The hospital delivers approximately:
- 7,500 babies every year.
- 50,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures.
- Care for more than 1,000 poorly and premature newborns.
- Around 1,000 IVF cycles.
- More than 4,000 genetic appointments.
The organisation also places strong emphasis on research and innovation.
SALARY & CONTRACT
Salary: £25,272 per annum
Band: NHS Band 2
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
LOCATION
Liverpool Women’s Hospital
Crown Street
Liverpool
L8 7SS
United Kingdom
CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP / SKILLED WORKER VISA
The NHS advert contains specific information about sponsorship.
It says applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside other applications.
However, the same advert warns:
UKVI guidelines prohibit sponsorship for all Band 2 posts.
It also states that many non-clinical posts may not be eligible for sponsorship.
Therefore, candidates requiring sponsorship should check the current UKVI Skilled Worker eligibility requirements before submitting an application and should not rely solely on the general sponsorship statement.
UKVI guidance:
DBS CHECK
This position is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will therefore be required to assess any previous criminal convictions.
CRIMINAL RECORD CERTIFICATE FOR OVERSEAS APPLICANTS
The advert states that, from 6 April 2017, Skilled Worker applicants applying for entry clearance to the UK must provide a criminal record certificate from each country where they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more during the previous 10 years.
Adult dependants over 18 are also subject to this requirement.
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
This vacancy may be suitable for candidates who have:
- NHS or healthcare administration experience.
- Clerical or administrative experience.
- Strong communication skills.
- Good telephone skills.
- Accurate keyboard and data-entry skills.
- NVQ Level 3 or an equivalent qualification.
- The ability to work under pressure.
- A flexible and adaptable approach.
- An interest in working within an NHS specialist healthcare environment.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications should be submitted through the official NHS Jobs application system.
Job Reference: 159-LWH-143-26
Closing date: 04 September 2026
EMPLOYER
Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust
Liverpool Women’s Hospital
Crown Street
Liverpool
L8 7SS
United Kingdom
Employer website:
JOB CONTACT
Operational Services Manager: Sharon Mitchell
Telephone: 0151 702 4121
IMPORTANT APPLICATION NOTE
Job seekers should verify all eligibility requirements directly against the official vacancy before applying.
In particular, candidates seeking Skilled Worker visa sponsorship should check whether this specific Band 2 non-clinical position is eligible for sponsorship under the current UKVI rules.
Job availability, eligibility requirements and closing dates can change. Always refer to the official NHS Jobs listing for the latest information.
QUICK SUMMARY
Funding Assistant – Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust
- Location: Liverpool
- Salary: £25,272 per year
- NHS Band: Band 2
- Contract: Permanent
- Hours: Part-time
- Sector: NHS / Healthcare Administration
- Department: Hewitt Fertility Centre
- Reference: 159-LWH-143-26
- Posted: 28 August 2026
- Closing Date: 04 September 2026
- Qualification: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
- Experience: Clerical environment and keyboard experience
- Sponsorship: Advert contains a general sponsorship statement but specifically warns that UKVI prohibits sponsorship for Band 2 posts; eligibility must be checked
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