Ward Clerk

Job summary

Labour Ward / Wharncliffe

11.5 hour shifts - 26 hours per week to suit successful candidate

We are looking for individuals to join our existing team within the acute maternity service rotating between Labour ward and wharncliffe.

Duties will include general reception and clerical tasks including filing, photocopying, taking telephone calls and dealing with enquiries from patients, visitors and staff. The post will also involve booking appointments, documenting patients for admission, inputting patient information on the Electronic Patient Record system and SystmOne and maintaining patient notes.

The post would suit an individual with organisational skills, good verbal and written communication skills. IT skills and the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team in an acute setting.

Qualifications in word processing and customer service along with knowledge of medical terminology would be an advantage as would previous experience in a similar role.

The post holder will be required to work shifts including, days, nights, weekends and Bank Holidays. The shifts times will be 7am or 7pm, or 7pm to 7 am including a 30-minute break.

Please ensure that you read the Person Specification within the Job Description as your application will be judged against this.

For further information, please contact Alexa Birks on 01709427736 or email alexa.birks1@nhs.net

Interview date: 12th September 2025

Main duties of the job

The Ward Clerk in the Maternity Unit at Rotherham Foundation Trust is essential in providing efficient administrative support to ensure the smooth operation of the ward. This role involves managing patient records, coordinating communications between staff and patients, and supporting clinical teams to deliver high-quality maternity care.

To succeed in this role, the ideal candidate must have excellent organisational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, shift-based environment. A caring attitude, discretion, and proficiency with IT systems are also key to supporting both patients and healthcare professionals effectively.

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

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Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Employer's website

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

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Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Employer's website

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

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