The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Apprentice Administrator

The closing date is 02 September 2025

Job summary

Apprentice post - fixed term 18 months

Working in collaboration with an education provider, this apprentice post offers structured, work based training and experience to people seeking a career in a Health Care setting. The post supports the achievement of relevant knowledge, skills and qualifications, which enable access into work.

This role works in an administrative environment. The post holder will provide administrative support to the Administration team working under the guidance of the Team Leader.

Candidates Must not hold previous Level 2 or above Apprenticeship in Business and Administration)

Candidates (Must not hold Level 4 or above qualification (degree, HNC, HND, Foundation degree etc.)

Main duties of the job

Working as a member of the administrative team, the post holder will provide efficient administration support within the Administration Service. This post will involve dealing with telephone queries, managing email inboxes & data collection.
Supports preparing notes
Utilises Trust IT systems to assist with data management and electronic records
Deal with incoming/outgoing post as per departmental procedures
To maintain a good working relationship with members of the multidisciplinary team
To maintain a tidy work area and to clean equipment in accordance with departmental protocols
With support, the post holder will be assisted to prioritise their workload until they are competent to undertake the task for themselves
From time to time the post holder may be allocated other duties by the Service Manage or Team Lead commensurate with skill and competence

Interviews to take place 12th September 2025

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 don't 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 and band 3 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Date posted

26 August 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14,722.50 a year Pro rata/per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-06-097

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

To meet the shortlisting criteria for this role, you must have been a UK resident for three years to be eligible for funding.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

To meet the shortlisting criteria for this role, you must have been a UK resident for three years to be eligible for funding.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge and understanding of the standard range of Microsoft Office Programmes
A good understanding of the requirement to respect privacy and maintain confidentiality, acting appropriately and professionally when dealing with any sensitive information

Desirable

Knowledge of general office duties

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE or equivalent level education including English and Mathematics pass Level
Willingness to undertake NVQ Level 2 in Customer Service or NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration
ECDL or equivalent IT qualification/experience

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge and understanding of the standard range of Microsoft Office Programmes
A good understanding of the requirement to respect privacy and maintain confidentiality, acting appropriately and professionally when dealing with any sensitive information

Desirable

Knowledge of general office duties

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE or equivalent level education including English and Mathematics pass Level
Willingness to undertake NVQ Level 2 in Customer Service or NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration
ECDL or equivalent IT qualification/experience

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.