Job summary
Permanent | 22.5hrs per week | Hybrid
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Paediatric Critical Care Unit at Sheffield Children's as a Data Inputting Clerk. PCCU provides care for children aged 0-16 (and occasionally up to 18) requiring acute, chronic, or critical care. You'll be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering seamless, holistic care.
You'll play an important role in the PCCU Audit Team. You'll extract and input clinical information from patient case notes into relevant databases, maintain non-clinical datasets, and support data-driven decision-making across the Trust and wider networks. You'll also offer expert guidance on data inputting to clinical and management staff.
We're looking for someone who is:
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Compassionate, accountable, and respectful
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IT literate with accurate keyboard skills
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Experienced in data inputting and familiar with medical terminology
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Professional when handling confidential information
Main duties of the job
Reporting to the PCCU Audit Lead, your responsibilities will include:
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Input clinical and non-clinical data accurately and efficiently
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Maintain PCCU databases
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Support audit, research, and commissioning processes
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Communicate with clinical and management teams
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Uphold confidentiality and data protection standards
If you're passionate about making a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in delivering excellence in paediatric care!
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
#LI-Onsite
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Minimum 3 GCSE's (or equivalent) at Grade C or above to include English Language and Mathematics
Desirable
- European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL).
Experience
Essential
- Computer literacy with accurate keyboard skills
- Experience of data inputting
- Working in a confidential environment
Desirable
- Previous hospital based Medical Records experience and working in the National Health Service.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomical and physiological terms
Desirable
- Knowledge of Patient Administration System
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Methodical working procedures
- Effective organisational skills
- Good communication skills
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability work flexibly to meet audit data inputting
Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential
- C = Compassion A = Accountability R = Respect E = Excellence
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Minimum 3 GCSE's (or equivalent) at Grade C or above to include English Language and Mathematics
Desirable
- European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL).
Experience
Essential
- Computer literacy with accurate keyboard skills
- Experience of data inputting
- Working in a confidential environment
Desirable
- Previous hospital based Medical Records experience and working in the National Health Service.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomical and physiological terms
Desirable
- Knowledge of Patient Administration System
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Methodical working procedures
- Effective organisational skills
- Good communication skills
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability work flexibly to meet audit data inputting
Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential
- C = Compassion A = Accountability R = Respect E = Excellence
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).
