Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Ward Clerk

The closing date is 30 September 2025

Job summary

To act as a host and receptionist ensuring that patients, relatives and visitors receive a friendly and efficient service whilst maintaining confidentiality at all times.

To support the ward by performing various clerical and non-nursing duties to a high standard. All administration work for the ward will be completed by the post holder,

To communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals across the Trust and actively contribute to a culture of positivity and fairness.

Main duties of the job

o Perform reception desk duties, dealing with patient enquiries, directing patients to waiting areas/beds and ensuring effective communication at all times.

o Answering the telephone and taking messages.

o Report to the ward manager items for repair and liaises with the works department by following agreed procedures

o Arranging Day Case, Ward Attender and booked admissions work as agreed with the Ward Manager.

o Monitor Ward activity.

o Ordering ambulances and making out-patient appointments as and when required.

o Liaise with other departments and disciplines.

o Ensure reports and referral letters are escalated to the appropriate people/department within timescales.

About us

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.

At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!

We offer colleagues:

  • A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
  • Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
  • Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.

Please note:

  • Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications
  • Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application.
  • Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
  • All job offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

Details

Date posted

16 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

421-PSC-3319R

Job locations

Rowan Ward HDFT

Lancaster park road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. If you have any questions, please contact Jemma Waddington on jemma.waddington@nhs.net

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. If you have any questions, please contact Jemma Waddington on jemma.waddington@nhs.net

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • 5 GCSE's or equivalent including English at Grade C or above.
  • Recent significant experience in an admin setting.
  • Evidence of continuing development.

Desirable

  • Experience with NHS computer systems
  • NHS experience including communications with all multidisciplinary colleagues.
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • 5 GCSE's or equivalent including English at Grade C or above.
  • Recent significant experience in an admin setting.
  • Evidence of continuing development.

Desirable

  • Experience with NHS computer systems
  • NHS experience including communications with all multidisciplinary colleagues.

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

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rowan Ward HDFT

Lancaster park road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rowan Ward HDFT

Lancaster park road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Ward Manager

Jemma Waddington

jemma.waddington@nhs.net

01423543646

Details

Date posted

16 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

421-PSC-3319R

Job locations

Rowan Ward HDFT

Lancaster park road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX


Supporting documents

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