Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Dorset MSK Administrator

The closing date is 22 January 2026

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for an Administrator to join the Dorset Musculoskeletal Team.

Applicants must have excellent communication skills, an organised and methodical approach to their duties and enjoy a very driven administrative role. They must also be a team player who can respond quickly and easily to changing priorities and demands. Organisational and IT skills are essential for this role as well the ability to prioritise tasks and workload.

A flexible, co-operative approach will be important, as you will bejoining a busy, friendly team.An understanding of the NHS is preferable but not essential, along with experience of working with an electronic patient record system.

If you have proven experience as an administrator, are motivated to deliver high quality standards and services and have an eye for detail whoenjoys working as part of a team within a very busy environment we would welcome your application.

This is a part time role of 31.5 hours per week. The post holder may be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the team of Musculoskeletal Clinicians working across Dorset.

The main duties will include answering the high volume of patient calls received, covering the reception desk, booking and rescheduling of appointments with patients and sending appointment Emails/Text messages.

To provide administrative and organisational support to the Musculoskeletal Department including using the trust computerised systems together with a high level of communication, telephone skills and an ability to use own initiative.

You will operate a range of confidential manual and computerised information record systems; accurately maintain service user files and other local recording systems.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.

Details

Date posted

08 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£20,550 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

152-C334.25

Job locations

Weymouth Community Hospital

3 Melcombe Avenue

Weymouth

DT4 7TB


Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Person Specification

Knowledge, skills and Training

Essential

  • Ability to prioritise effectively
  • Ability to use own initiative within sphere of responsibility

Desirable

  • Recent experience of working in a comparable role
  • Use of Clinical patient records system
  • Recent experience of working in a customer-focused role

Knowledge, Skills and Training

Essential

  • NVQ level 2 or equivalent in office procedures
  • RSA Level 2 or equivalent in IT skills
  • IT Skills - Microsoft office funtions

Personal Qualities / Attributes

Essential

  • Adaptability
  • Team Working
  • Able to perform under pressure

Additional Requirements

Essential

  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively
Person Specification

Knowledge, skills and Training

Essential

  • Ability to prioritise effectively
  • Ability to use own initiative within sphere of responsibility

Desirable

  • Recent experience of working in a comparable role
  • Use of Clinical patient records system
  • Recent experience of working in a customer-focused role

Knowledge, Skills and Training

Essential

  • NVQ level 2 or equivalent in office procedures
  • RSA Level 2 or equivalent in IT skills
  • IT Skills - Microsoft office funtions

Personal Qualities / Attributes

Essential

  • Adaptability
  • Team Working
  • Able to perform under pressure

Additional Requirements

Essential

  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Weymouth Community Hospital

3 Melcombe Avenue

Weymouth

DT4 7TB


Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Weymouth Community Hospital

3 Melcombe Avenue

Weymouth

DT4 7TB


Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Admin Service Manager

Elaine Rochester

elaine.rochester@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

08 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£20,550 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

152-C334.25

Job locations

Weymouth Community Hospital

3 Melcombe Avenue

Weymouth

DT4 7TB


Supporting documents

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