Job summary
We are looking for dynamic, flexible and adaptable individuals to join our team, who have a desire to provide an outstanding service to the children, young people and families that access the services of East Kent Hospital University Foundation Trust.
This is an excellent opportunity to apply for a varied and interesting role providing administrative and clerical support to Padua;contributing to the effective management and flow of the Unit on a day to day basis as well as enhancing patient experience.
Main duties of the job
You will be expected to support the unit and staff with day to day administration tasks including but not limited to staffing, stock administration, audit, patient/family and staff queries or complaints.
You will be required to have oversight of and be able to support the ward clerk in their duties.
You will need to be confident in decision making, organised, have excellent communication skills and be able to multi-task effectively.
You must be motivated, proactive and able to use your own initiative.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Person Specification
Qualifcations
Essential
- Maths and English GCSE grade 5 and above or equivalent
Desirable
Skills and experience
Essential
- IT skills including use of word/excel
- Able to demonstrate project management skills
- Experience of working within a team where influencing skills were important
Desirable
- Experience of NHS/trust systems
- Experience of rostering staff
- Previous experience of supporting/managing staff
Personal and professional attributes
Essential
- Effective communication skills
- Able to demonstrate strong organisational skills.
- Able to negotiate and use problem solving skills.
- Able to use own initiative
Governance and quality
Essential
Desirable
- Involved in quality improvement intiatives
Person Specification
Qualifcations
Essential
- Maths and English GCSE grade 5 and above or equivalent
Desirable
Skills and experience
Essential
- IT skills including use of word/excel
- Able to demonstrate project management skills
- Experience of working within a team where influencing skills were important
Desirable
- Experience of NHS/trust systems
- Experience of rostering staff
- Previous experience of supporting/managing staff
Personal and professional attributes
Essential
- Effective communication skills
- Able to demonstrate strong organisational skills.
- Able to negotiate and use problem solving skills.
- Able to use own initiative
Governance and quality
Essential
Desirable
- Involved in quality improvement intiatives
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).
