Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Admin Assistant/Receptionist - Apprenticeship Opportunity

The closing date is 11 July 2025

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly candidate to join our reception team to provide a comprehensive administration and reception service to a busy Talking Therapies Team in Rotherham

Previous experience of working in the NHS or other large public sector organisation and using an electronic records system i.e. SystmOne would be desirable.

If you don't already have a Level 2 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant subject, RDaSH are offering this post alongside the opportunity for you to complete a Level 2apprenticeship qualification [relevant to your role].

As an apprentice within RDaSH you will be given the opportunity to gain experience, learn work-related skills and obtain all the tools needed to thrive.

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Around 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This leads to a nationally recognised qualification.

Whether you already work for us or are joining the Trust and NHS for the first time, apprenticeships can help you to develop the skills, knowledge and know-how in order to embark on a successful and fulfilling career within the health service.

Main duties of the job

This post would suit a highly motivated, organised and friendly individual with good attention to detail and excellent communication skills. The successful candidate will undertake many roles alongside working on the service main reception.

This includes greeting service users and visitors, dealing with general enquires both face to face and over the telephone, booking clinic rooms, managing email accounts, general administrative duties such as checking deliveries, sorting the post, data input, processing referrals into the service, maintaining clinic diaries, management of medical records and related documents, building duties and working with clinicians and the management team to ensure quality service delivery.

There is a requirement to attend training at other sites in Doncaster and there may be a requirement to cover other areas in the surrounding locality.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://ptracaccpublic.blob.core.windows.net/docs-employer/340/2515/Main_Terms_and_Conditions.pdf

Details

Date posted

04 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,637.57 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

376-NLTTAO-0150

Job locations

NHS Rotherham Talking Therapies

Centenary Clinic,

Rotherham

S65 1AB


Job description

Job responsibilities

Before applying, please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.

****If you are applying for this role via the apprenticeship route, please review the attached eligibility document to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria to undertake an apprenticeship****

Job description

Job responsibilities

Before applying, please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.

****If you are applying for this role via the apprenticeship route, please review the attached eligibility document to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria to undertake an apprenticeship****

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Demonstrable literacy and numeracy skills to functional skills level 1 or equivalent
  • NVQ Level 2 in a related subject or equivalent or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 2 Apprenticeship

Desirable

  • GCSE Grade C or above or Functional skills level 2 or equivalent in English and Maths

Experience

Essential

  • IT skills in Microsoft Office Packages or equivalent experience

Knowledge

Essential

  • Understand importance of maintaining confidentiality
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Demonstrable literacy and numeracy skills to functional skills level 1 or equivalent
  • NVQ Level 2 in a related subject or equivalent or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 2 Apprenticeship

Desirable

  • GCSE Grade C or above or Functional skills level 2 or equivalent in English and Maths

Experience

Essential

  • IT skills in Microsoft Office Packages or equivalent experience

Knowledge

Essential

  • Understand importance of maintaining confidentiality

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

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

NHS Rotherham Talking Therapies

Centenary Clinic,

Rotherham

S65 1AB


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

NHS Rotherham Talking Therapies

Centenary Clinic,

Rotherham

S65 1AB


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Admin Lead

Christie Holland

christie.holland@nhs.net

03000216165

Details

Date posted

04 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,637.57 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

376-NLTTAO-0150

Job locations

NHS Rotherham Talking Therapies

Centenary Clinic,

Rotherham

S65 1AB


Supporting documents

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