Job summary
Are you passionate about
working along side adults with a learning disability as part of a wider team of
people. We have an opportunity for an Administrative Support person (Band 3) to
join our friendly and motivated team in the Kirklees Community Health Team.
The applicant must be
self-motivated, be value lead, friendly and have a flexible and kind approach.
It is essential that you have good written and verbal communication skills, be
able to take notes and formulate reports and dictate letters.
Time management and
organisational skills will be an essential part of your role and so you will be
required to demonstrate the ability to organise your own workload and at time
that of others.
The successful candidate will
be required to have excellent customer service skills with a responsive
attitude and approach, have a good knowledge and understanding of IT skills and
systems and have good telephone skills. You will be required to work on our
clinic area reception, take calls and transfer calls/cascade information to
relevant people.
For further information or to
arrange a visit to the ward please contact: Andrew Birkenshaw 01924316714
Main duties of the job
You
will be a highly motivated, enthusiastic and conscientious individual, who has
the desire to work creatively with people with learning disabilities within a
community team.
You
will need to uphold the trusts Values.
We are looking for a dynamic person to join our established
admin team. Teamwork will be at the forefront of your approach, self-motivated,
can demonstrate good organizational skills and have a friendly and flexible
approach. You will be expected to always maintain confidentiality.
A calm, polite and friendly
demeanour is essential and some experience of problem-solving, creative ways of
working will be useful.
You will provide a range of
functions following processes and systems to ensure the maintenance of
high-quality administrative support to the MDT.
You must be able to work
accurately to deadlines, sometimes under pressure, use your own initiative,
prioritise workloads and have excellent time management.
You should have excellent IT
skills and be competent in word processing, spreadsheet packages and databases
with a good standard of spelling and grammar. Duties will be varied and will
include working with Microsoft Office Packages, teams, Minute taking,
audio/digital typing, with some management of calendars, planning and arranging
meetings, ordering ward supplies and any other duties as allocated in line with
the administration of the team.
About us
We
are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
We
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full job description, please see attached supporting
documents.
JOB SUMMARY
Service
user contact referred to in this Job description will only apply when working
within a clinical area.
The
post-holder will:
Under the supervision/direction of the
Administrative Supervisor, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks and seeking
support as and when necessary, provide a comprehensive, confidential, Secretarial/administrative
service to clinical/support services, in an efficient and confidential manner.
Provide services within well-established
policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, whilst acting within the required
sphere of competences for the role at all times.
Demonstrate sound knowledge of the
service to enable the post holder
to contribute and inform decision making within the service.
May work within clinical environments where
conflict resolution may be required.
Act as principal point of contact
for users of the service eg, individuals from within/outside the Trust, service
users and members of the public etc.
Work flexibly
to meet the needs of the service.
Develop and maintain good working relationships
by being, flexible, adaptable, polite, positive and empathetic, communicating
effectively and informatively.
Work with sensitivity and have a
good understanding of the service provision and issues experienced by its users.
Prioritise own tasks, exercising a degree of independence,
initiative and judgement. Assess situations,
identify and resolve potential problems within own skill set. Refer and seek
guidance on issues outside of postholders level of competency or authority
to the Administrative Supervisor.
Work within
well-established departmental/Trust policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines
and established service delivery plans at all times.
Use effective verbal/written communication
at
all times,
incorporating tact, empathy, consideration, courtesy and confidentiality.
Adapt style of communication to respond to others user communication difficulties.
Ensure the service experienced
is positive
and service user confidentiality is maintained
at all times. Treat users
of the service, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity, courtesy
and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants
are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application
forms.Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is
strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before
selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to
enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application
form.
At
the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements
(salary threshold or occupational requirements) set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor
candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, unfortunately we are unable to
sponsor anyone on a visa for this role at this moment in time.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be
fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full job description, please see attached supporting
documents.
JOB SUMMARY
Service
user contact referred to in this Job description will only apply when working
within a clinical area.
The
post-holder will:
Under the supervision/direction of the
Administrative Supervisor, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks and seeking
support as and when necessary, provide a comprehensive, confidential, Secretarial/administrative
service to clinical/support services, in an efficient and confidential manner.
Provide services within well-established
policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, whilst acting within the required
sphere of competences for the role at all times.
Demonstrate sound knowledge of the
service to enable the post holder
to contribute and inform decision making within the service.
May work within clinical environments where
conflict resolution may be required.
Act as principal point of contact
for users of the service eg, individuals from within/outside the Trust, service
users and members of the public etc.
Work flexibly
to meet the needs of the service.
Develop and maintain good working relationships
by being, flexible, adaptable, polite, positive and empathetic, communicating
effectively and informatively.
Work with sensitivity and have a
good understanding of the service provision and issues experienced by its users.
Prioritise own tasks, exercising a degree of independence,
initiative and judgement. Assess situations,
identify and resolve potential problems within own skill set. Refer and seek
guidance on issues outside of postholders level of competency or authority
to the Administrative Supervisor.
Work within
well-established departmental/Trust policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines
and established service delivery plans at all times.
Use effective verbal/written communication
at
all times,
incorporating tact, empathy, consideration, courtesy and confidentiality.
Adapt style of communication to respond to others user communication difficulties.
Ensure the service experienced
is positive
and service user confidentiality is maintained
at all times. Treat users
of the service, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity, courtesy
and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants
are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application
forms.Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is
strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before
selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to
enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application
form.
At
the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements
(salary threshold or occupational requirements) set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor
candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, unfortunately we are unable to
sponsor anyone on a visa for this role at this moment in time.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be
fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
Person Specification
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Good written communication skills, with the ability to deal with and prepare routine written correspondence.
- Good verbal communication skills, with the ability to obtain information and pass on comprehensive and confidential messages.
- In decision-making and prioritisation.
- Knowledge of Data Protection Act.
- Customer care skills.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Diversity/Cultural understanding.
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing situations.
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner.
- Able to use observation skills to identify potential risks and act appropriately.
- Demonstrates Trust Values.
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the Trusts value based induction.
Desirable
- Knowledge of information governance.
Qualifications
Essential
- As appropriate to the role:
- NVQ level 3 (or equivalent qualification) or, RSA lll.
- Or, be able to demonstrate competency at level 3.
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake further study/development.
Experience
Essential
- Recent Secretarial/administrative experience and copy / audio typing.
- Note/minute taking.
- In using email, maintaining and updating paper and electronic diaries, arranging meetings.
- In using Microsoft Word and other Microsoft applications, e.g. Excel, Outlook , PowerPoint etc.
- In working as an effective team member with minimum supervision.
- In working in a busy environment with competing demands.
- Understanding of the need to maintain strict confidentiality.
- In using a degree of initiative.
- In organising and prioritising own tasks in order to meet deadlines.
Desirable
- In working in a caring environment.
- In dealing with the public.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).
Training
Essential
- Must be willing / able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
- Must be willing / able to undergo job development and training and maintain skills.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to be flexible to meet the demands of the post.
- Responsive attitude and approach.
- Dress appropriately for the environment.
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to role.
Person Specification
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Good written communication skills, with the ability to deal with and prepare routine written correspondence.
- Good verbal communication skills, with the ability to obtain information and pass on comprehensive and confidential messages.
- In decision-making and prioritisation.
- Knowledge of Data Protection Act.
- Customer care skills.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Diversity/Cultural understanding.
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing situations.
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner.
- Able to use observation skills to identify potential risks and act appropriately.
- Demonstrates Trust Values.
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the Trusts value based induction.
Desirable
- Knowledge of information governance.
Qualifications
Essential
- As appropriate to the role:
- NVQ level 3 (or equivalent qualification) or, RSA lll.
- Or, be able to demonstrate competency at level 3.
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake further study/development.
Experience
Essential
- Recent Secretarial/administrative experience and copy / audio typing.
- Note/minute taking.
- In using email, maintaining and updating paper and electronic diaries, arranging meetings.
- In using Microsoft Word and other Microsoft applications, e.g. Excel, Outlook , PowerPoint etc.
- In working as an effective team member with minimum supervision.
- In working in a busy environment with competing demands.
- Understanding of the need to maintain strict confidentiality.
- In using a degree of initiative.
- In organising and prioritising own tasks in order to meet deadlines.
Desirable
- In working in a caring environment.
- In dealing with the public.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).
Training
Essential
- Must be willing / able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
- Must be willing / able to undergo job development and training and maintain skills.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to be flexible to meet the demands of the post.
- Responsive attitude and approach.
- Dress appropriately for the environment.
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to role.
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.
