Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Community Secretary to Integrated Community Managers

The closing date is 09 April 2026

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a self-motivated, highly organised, adaptable and enthusiastic individual to join our service and support the Mid Cornwall Integrated Community Managers (ICM) as their Secretary, based in Falmouth the role also includes supporting the other area ICM's and leads as well.

The ICM's help to manage and support the Adult Community Services. This includes the Community Nurses, Community Therapists, Homefirst and other community teams.As well as having effective organisational, communication and interpersonal skills, it is essential that the applicant is able to prioritise work, handle difficult situations and have a flexible approach to working as part of a team. You should be able to integrate well with the existing teams, be flexible in supporting the functions of the teams and the ICM's and have a genuine desire to contribute to providing a quality service for patients.The post holder should also demonstrate a caring and sensitive approach to their work and be able to clearly communicate with colleagues and representatives from other organisations.

Main duties of the job

This job is currently only open to people who already work for the NHS in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly.We are committed to supporting our dedicated staff, so only current employees of the following organisations can apply:

  • Cornwall Foundation Trust
  • Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
  • Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board

If you do not currently work for one of these NHS organisations, your application will not be considered at this time.

The purpose of the post is to support the Integrated Community Manager with all aspects of secretarial support to help deliver key functions within the integrated community. This will involve liaising and communicating with teams and partners whilst maintaining confidentiality at all times. Supporting the delivery of excellent customer care. Organising and supporting meetings and appointments. Note taking and distributing papers. Inputting and recording data.

About us

We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

Over 5,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.

We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 10 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.

Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.

Details

Date posted

26 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

201-26-352

Job locations

Falmouth Community Hospital

Trescobeas Road

Falmouth

TR11 2JA


Job description

Job responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • Good standard of education
  • RSA Stage 3 or equivalent Typing or Word Processing
  • Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Previous experience in a healthcare office environment
  • Previous experience of minute taking and arranging meetings
  • NVQ 3 Administration or equivalent experience

Desirable

  • Audio typing

Skills and Aptitude

Essential

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to prioritise own workload and work unsupervised
  • Attention to detail and time management skills
Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • Good standard of education
  • RSA Stage 3 or equivalent Typing or Word Processing
  • Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Previous experience in a healthcare office environment
  • Previous experience of minute taking and arranging meetings
  • NVQ 3 Administration or equivalent experience

Desirable

  • Audio typing

Skills and Aptitude

Essential

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to prioritise own workload and work unsupervised
  • Attention to detail and time management skills

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

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Falmouth Community Hospital

Trescobeas Road

Falmouth

TR11 2JA


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Falmouth Community Hospital

Trescobeas Road

Falmouth

TR11 2JA


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Integrated Community Manager

Nicolas Hudson

nicolas.hudson@nhs.net

07717541300

Details

Date posted

26 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

201-26-352

Job locations

Falmouth Community Hospital

Trescobeas Road

Falmouth

TR11 2JA


Supporting documents

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