South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

County Administrator - Gloucester

The closing date is 05 February 2026

Job summary

This is an important role providing administrative support to the Operations team. Reporting to the County Business Manager, the primary purpose of this role is to assist in the smooth running of the County.

This role includes responsibilities relating to the monitoring and administration of sickness absence, recording Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and ensuring sufficient supply of essential non-pay items for the County. The role will also assist the local managementteam with the administration and coordination of new starters and leavers, and the preparation of reports and papers for County meetings.

An important feature of this role is to act as an informal mentor to the apprentice in order to support and develop them within the administration function.

Right to work / Certificate of sponsorship

This role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under current Home Office regulations. You must have the existing right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.

For further information on visa sponsorship and eligibility, please refer to the UK Government guidance on Skilled Worker visas: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Main duties of the job

Along with the County Business Manager, you will act as the point of contact within the County for initial enquiries from members of the public, operational staff and staff from Trust HQ acting with professionalism at all times.

You will need to respond to incoming correspondence to the County as directed by the County Business Manager, maintain a suitable filing system for the County, and co-ordinate a 'bring forward' system for all relevant documentation/ correspondence. You will also To act as a role model and informal mentor for the Apprentice.

About us

Working for us is an experience like no other. We provide emergency and urgent care, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, operating across the largest ambulance region in England and responding to an average of 2,650 incidents every day.

We remain committed to ensuring that we provide the best possible care for all our patients, which is reflected in our new five-year strategy which has continually improving patient care at its very core.

If you embody our values of one team, compassionate and innovative and are looking to make a real difference to peoples' lives, then we would love to hear from you.

In return we will equip you with the skills and resources you need to thrive in your role.

You will have opportunities to progress to roles across the Trust and enjoy continuous professional development.

Benefits

  • Competitive NHS salary
  • A standard working week of 37.5 hours
  • Holiday entitlements of 27 days per year, plus general and public holidays, rising to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
  • Pay enhancements for out of hours, shift and overtime working
  • Generous Pension Scheme
  • Career and salary progression
  • Car leasing scheme
  • Free parking across Trust sites
  • Staff networks
  • Wide range of discounts from various organisations across the UK

Details

Date posted

22 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

Depending on experience £24,937 pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

202-7754145

Job locations

Staverton Ambulance Station

Cheltenham Road Road

Gloucester

GL2 9QJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about this role please see the attached job description and person specification.

PLEASE NOTE: Internal candidates are asked to seek approval from their current SWASFT line manager prior to applying for this secondment opportunity.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about this role please see the attached job description and person specification.

PLEASE NOTE: Internal candidates are asked to seek approval from their current SWASFT line manager prior to applying for this secondment opportunity.

Person Specification

Application and Interview

Essential

  • 4 GCSEs (grade C or above) or equivalent including English and Mathematics or Level 2 Function Skills or equivalent experience
  • Experience of maintaining databases and working to deadlines, collating and maintaining records
  • Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office - Word, Excel and Outlook
  • ble to multitask and selfmanage workload whilst adhering to procedural deadlines

Desirable

  • Experience of NHS or Emergency Services organisation
  • European Computer Driving License
  • Knowledge of sickness management
Person Specification

Application and Interview

Essential

  • 4 GCSEs (grade C or above) or equivalent including English and Mathematics or Level 2 Function Skills or equivalent experience
  • Experience of maintaining databases and working to deadlines, collating and maintaining records
  • Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office - Word, Excel and Outlook
  • ble to multitask and selfmanage workload whilst adhering to procedural deadlines

Desirable

  • Experience of NHS or Emergency Services organisation
  • European Computer Driving License
  • Knowledge of sickness management

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Staverton Ambulance Station

Cheltenham Road Road

Gloucester

GL2 9QJ


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Staverton Ambulance Station

Cheltenham Road Road

Gloucester

GL2 9QJ


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Operations Manager

Tom Wing

tom.wing@swast.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

22 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

Depending on experience £24,937 pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

202-7754145

Job locations

Staverton Ambulance Station

Cheltenham Road Road

Gloucester

GL2 9QJ


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