The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Secretary

The closing date is 07 August 2025

Job summary

Permanent, part time - 22.5 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a dynamic, forward-thinking, and busy team, providing comprehensive administrative support. In this role, you will assist the Community Heart Failure and Cardiac Rehabilitation Team in delivering patient-centered care.

This is a part-time position, working three days per week, based at Rotherham Community Health Centre. The service operates Monday to Friday.

Main duties of the job

The team operates in a fast-paced environment, so this role suits someone who thrives when working independently and taking initiative to meet service demands.

You will be responsible for providing comprehensive administrative support, including proficient use of SystmOne, Microsoft Office, and other relevant databases.

Your daily tasks will involve handling phone enquiries efficiently, processing incoming and outgoing mail, managing stock levels, preparing and sending patient information packs, scheduling appointments, and taking minutes during meetings. You will also assist with recording statistical data to support the services KPIs and contribute to national audit submissions.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) band 2 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship

From the 09 April 2025 we cannot sponsor band 3 entry level roles

Details

Date posted

28 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,625 to £25,674 a year Pro rata, per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

C9165-25-04-100a

Job locations

Rotherham Community Health Centre

Greasbrough Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 1RY


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • RSA II typing or equivalent experience
  • Word Processing/IT Qualification or equivalent experience
  • Evidence of ongoing professional development

Desirable

  • ECDL/NVQ qualification or equivalent

Experience

Essential

  • Ability to identify and respond to situations that require escalation to senior staff.
  • Ability to work on own initiative
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Desirable

  • Knowledge of the NHS and an understanding of how specialist services function

Knowledge

Essential

  • Competent in the use of Microsoft packages to produce desired outcomes
  • Knowledge of IT systems

Desirable

  • Understanding of Medical Terminology
  • Knowledge of TPP SystmOne
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • RSA II typing or equivalent experience
  • Word Processing/IT Qualification or equivalent experience
  • Evidence of ongoing professional development

Desirable

  • ECDL/NVQ qualification or equivalent

Experience

Essential

  • Ability to identify and respond to situations that require escalation to senior staff.
  • Ability to work on own initiative
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Desirable

  • Knowledge of the NHS and an understanding of how specialist services function

Knowledge

Essential

  • Competent in the use of Microsoft packages to produce desired outcomes
  • Knowledge of IT systems

Desirable

  • Understanding of Medical Terminology
  • Knowledge of TPP SystmOne

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

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rotherham Community Health Centre

Greasbrough Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 1RY


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rotherham Community Health Centre

Greasbrough Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 1RY


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Katie Taylor

katie.taylor59@nhs.net

01709423257

Details

Date posted

28 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,625 to £25,674 a year Pro rata, per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

C9165-25-04-100a

Job locations

Rotherham Community Health Centre

Greasbrough Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 1RY


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