University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Receptionist / Administration Assistant

The closing date is 10 February 2026

Job summary

Working in the Haematology Department at University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire covering reception, answering the telephone and carrying out various administration duties, including printing and posting letters, dealing with the Phlebotomy clinics and Nurse-led clinics.

*** Please be advised that interviews are proposed for 27th February 2026***

***Please be informed that this role is not eligible for sponsorship***

Main duties of the job

  • Welcome, receive and greet all visitors to the area, providing the first point of direct contact for all service users, resolving routine enquiries and complaints professionally in accordance with local standards and procedures, and referring other queries to relevant colleagues where appropriate.
  • Collate information generated by others in order to maintain computerised information systems, ensuring that data is accurately recorded and updated as required. Provide accurate data as requested by other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
  • Act as the first point of contact for dealing with routine enquiries and take action as necessaryliaising with others as appropriate.
  • Communicate with staff, patients and/or external organisations using appropriate methods.
  • Maintain both manual and electronic filing systems and databases, as required by thedepartment and Trust policies, ensuring all documents are accurately and appropriately archived.
  • Maintain an efficient and comprehensive administrative service, including photocopying, providing support to the departments and other team members as requested.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellencedesignated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award.Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Details

Date posted

27 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

218-AC-B2-7680506

Job locations

University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX


Job description

Job responsibilities

  • Utilise relevant Trust IT systems, as determined by the role, ensure all relevant patient data is collected and input accurately in line with Trust guidelines. These systems may include iPM, CRRS, and other data bases.
  • Collate, input and monitor department documentation and information to assist with the production of monthly reports for the department.
  • Responsible for the dissemination of all relevant information to departments, external and internal users (e.g. dissemination of minutes, memos).
  • Assist with training new team members in Trust operational systems and department procedures.
  • Responsible for the receipt and distribution of incoming/outgoing post and action accordingly.
  • Prioritise daily tasks to achieve timescales set.
  • Provide appropriate cover in the absence of other members of the team.
  • Continually contribute to patient and business improvement Agendas. Share ideas for potential service improvement.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

  • Utilise relevant Trust IT systems, as determined by the role, ensure all relevant patient data is collected and input accurately in line with Trust guidelines. These systems may include iPM, CRRS, and other data bases.
  • Collate, input and monitor department documentation and information to assist with the production of monthly reports for the department.
  • Responsible for the dissemination of all relevant information to departments, external and internal users (e.g. dissemination of minutes, memos).
  • Assist with training new team members in Trust operational systems and department procedures.
  • Responsible for the receipt and distribution of incoming/outgoing post and action accordingly.
  • Prioritise daily tasks to achieve timescales set.
  • Provide appropriate cover in the absence of other members of the team.
  • Continually contribute to patient and business improvement Agendas. Share ideas for potential service improvement.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Desirable

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Experience

Essential

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Knowledge

Essential

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Skills

Essential

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Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • See supporting documents

Desirable

  • See supporting documents

Experience

Essential

  • See supporting documents

Knowledge

Essential

  • See supporting documents

Skills

Essential

  • See supporting documents

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

  • See supporting documents

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

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX


Employer's website

https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX


Employer's website

https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Administration Manager

Sarah Dodd

sarah.dodd2@uhcw.nhs.uk

02476965545

Details

Date posted

27 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

218-AC-B2-7680506

Job locations

University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX


Supporting documents

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