Job summary
Cambridge IVF is not just another fertility clinic. We are an assisted conception unit, backed by some of the world's most advanced medical research and offering a unique journey for each family in our care.
We are looking for a well-organised and enthusiastic individual to join our administration team. The role provides an exciting opportunity to assist in and play a key part within our team. You must be able to work both independently and within a team, liaise with patients and staff at all levels in a confident manner and be willing to learn.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide an efficient and effective administrative service to the Cambridge IVF team offering support to the Nursing, Medical, Embryology and Andrology teams.
You will work as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team to ensure the effective running of the service including call handling, appointments and follow-ups, collecting and analysing data, etc. We are looking for someone who has the ability to work well under pressure, be organised and has excellent communication skills.
About us
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying.
As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 20th February 2025
Interviews are due to be held on 5th March 2025
Benefits to you
At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying.
As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 20th February 2025
Interviews are due to be held on 5th March 2025
Benefits to you
At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to A level or NVQ level 3 Customer Service/Business Admin.
Desirable
- Secretarial/Administrative qualification or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a busy clerical/office environment or reception service.
- Prioritising, planning and organising own tasks.
- Working within guidelines.
- Data entry experience and documentation.
- Experience of IT packages - Microsoft Office.
- Experience of producing documents to a high standard.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in NHS Previous.
- Experience of private healthcare.
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound knowledge of office procedures.
- Understanding of customer service.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.
- Understanding of confidentiality and data protection.
Desirable
- Knowledge of the Trust including awareness of priorities.
- Knowledge of trust information systems.
- Understanding of HFEA regulations.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Excellent communication skills including telephone, email, face to face.
- Ability to organise and manage own time keeping to schedule and deadlines.
- Ability to use own initiative and work autonomously.
- Ability to show attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to adapt to change.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to store and safeguard confidential documents.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to A level or NVQ level 3 Customer Service/Business Admin.
Desirable
- Secretarial/Administrative qualification or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a busy clerical/office environment or reception service.
- Prioritising, planning and organising own tasks.
- Working within guidelines.
- Data entry experience and documentation.
- Experience of IT packages - Microsoft Office.
- Experience of producing documents to a high standard.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in NHS Previous.
- Experience of private healthcare.
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound knowledge of office procedures.
- Understanding of customer service.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.
- Understanding of confidentiality and data protection.
Desirable
- Knowledge of the Trust including awareness of priorities.
- Knowledge of trust information systems.
- Understanding of HFEA regulations.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Excellent communication skills including telephone, email, face to face.
- Ability to organise and manage own time keeping to schedule and deadlines.
- Ability to use own initiative and work autonomously.
- Ability to show attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to adapt to change.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to store and safeguard confidential documents.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).