
Job requirements
Essential
13 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Skills
Good interpersonal skills
- Skills
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Skills
Awareness and understanding of the requirement for discretion and confidentiality
- General
Can you please confirm you will demonstrate how you meet the competencies highlighted in this section of your application and provide detailed examples?
- General
Please state your admin role preferences i.e. ward based, corporate services, community services, reception
- Knowledge
Understand importance of maintaining confidentiality and security of information
- Experience
IT skills in Microsoft Office Packages
- Experience
Working in a busy office environment
- Experience
Office procedures i.e. filing, photocopying, message taking
- Qualifications
English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2)
- Qualifications
NVQ level 2 or equivalent in a related subject
- Qualifications
NVQ level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship
- Artificial Intelligence
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Desirable
2 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Supervising colleagues
- Experience
Utilising online patient records systems
Job overview
Are you an organised, motivated and approachable individual looking for an opportunity to develop your career within the NHS?
Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust has a range of administrative opportunities available across our services and sites in North Lincolnshire. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who can provide high-quality administrative support and contribute to the effective delivery of our services.
Our administration roles are varied and may include opportunities within clinical services, corporate teams, community services, mental health services and other areas across the Trust. The exact duties, hours, shift pattern and environment will vary depending on the vacancy.
We welcome applications from experienced administrators as well as individuals looking to begin or develop their career within the NHS. Eligible roles will be offered as an apprenticeship opportunity.
You will have the opportunity to state your vacancy preference on your application and at interview. If you are appointable at interview but are not successful, you will be given the option to be added to our recruitment pipeline for any future vacancies that arise.
Main duties of the job
Depending on the position, your responsibilities may include:
- Providing efficient and professional administrative support to teams and services.
- Managing correspondence, records, databases and other information accurately.
- Arranging meetings, appointments and maintaining diaries where required.
- Communicating effectively with colleagues, patients, service users and external organisations in a professional and helpful manner.
- Processing information and completing administrative tasks within agreed timescales.
- Supporting clinical or operational teams with the smooth running of day-to-day services.
- Maintaining confidentiality and working in accordance with NHS policies and procedures.
- Deal with telephone enquiries in a courteous and efficient manner, recording messages as per agreed systems and escalating as per protocols.
- Provide line management within a nominated area including completing supervision and PDRs.
We are looking for people who are organised, reliable and able to prioritise their workload effectively. Good communication and IT skills, attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are important.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please view the attached job descriptions and person specification to view the full details about some of our roles.
Should you choose to apply, please ensure you are demonstrating how you meet the competencies highlighted in the question section of your application and provided detailed examples.
We reserve the right to close the post early if a high number of applications are received.
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This advert is for ***ADMIN ASSISTANTS BAND 2 AND 3 - RECRUITMENT CAMPAIGN*** with Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust in Doncaster, England. It is listed as a Band 3 Administrative assistant role. The advertised salary is £26,299.62 - £27,476 per annum, pro rata. The contract type is Permanent: VARIOUS. The application deadline is 23 Oct 2026.
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