Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

0115 - Audio Typist

The closing date is 15 February 2026

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for an Audio Typist/ Admin Support within the Cardiology Department at Barnsley NHS Foundation Trust.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting and supporting the Secretarial staff in providing an efficient and effective typing/clerical service.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual who can work effectively using their own initiative, as well as being part of a team. They must be a proficient Audio Typist with the ability to transcribe complex digital dictation and provide daily administration service support within cardiology secretarial team.

Main duties of the job

To provide a typing service by means of audio/copy typing, ensuring all appropriate investigations are organised and dealt with correctly and within appropriate time span.

To carry out clerical tasks including photocopying, distribution of information etc

To assist with any other clerical/reception duties as seen to be necessary by the manager.

About us

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work

We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone

We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities

There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation

Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction

We reserve the right to close positions early

Date posted

30 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

C9163-0115E-01-26

Job locations

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE English (grade A to C) or equivalent.
RSA Stage 2 typing/word processing and audio typing or equivalent.

Desirable

ECDL/BT2 or equivalent.

Experience

Essential

Previous clerical experience.
Experience of information systems.

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Knowledge of confidentiality
Understanding of secretarial/clerical processes.

Desirable

Knowledge of medical terminology.
Knowledge of hospital patient administration system.

Values based questions

Essential

In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
Please describe in around 100 words What motivates you to do a good job?

Skills and Abilities

Essential

Effective customer relation skills.
Computer literate.
Ability to work without supervision.
Ability to concentrate on tasks despite frequent interruptions and enquiries all of which need to be constantly reprioritised.
Effective communication skills.
Ability to deal with complaints both face to face and by telephone.

Experience

Essential

Previous clerical experience.
Experience of information systems.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE English (grade A to C) or equivalent.
RSA Stage 2 typing/word processing and audio typing or equivalent.

Desirable

ECDL/BT2 or equivalent.

Experience

Essential

Previous clerical experience.
Experience of information systems.

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Knowledge of confidentiality
Understanding of secretarial/clerical processes.

Desirable

Knowledge of medical terminology.
Knowledge of hospital patient administration system.

Values based questions

Essential

In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
Please describe in around 100 words What motivates you to do a good job?

Skills and Abilities

Essential

Effective customer relation skills.
Computer literate.
Ability to work without supervision.
Ability to concentrate on tasks despite frequent interruptions and enquiries all of which need to be constantly reprioritised.
Effective communication skills.
Ability to deal with complaints both face to face and by telephone.

Experience

Essential

Previous clerical experience.
Experience of information systems.

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

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)