Job overview
Leri Cancer Unit is looking to recruit an administrative officer to provide high‑quality administrative and clerical support to the Chemotherapy (Systemic Anti‑Cancer Therapy – SACT) Unit, Oncology and Haematology clinics, ensuring the smooth coordination of patient pathways, clinics, and treatment schedules, while maintaining accurate records and supporting the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to deliver safe, efficient, and patient‑centred care.
Main duties of the job
To provide a welcoming and polite reception to patients, relatives and carers from the main reception desk of Leri Cancer Unit. Leri Cancer Unit comprises of a treatment area delivering chemotherapy and Systemic anti cancer therapies and an outpatient clinic area. The successful applicant will be responsible for supporting the chemotherapy unit and outpatient clinics as described in the detailed job description.
This role requires a motivated candidate with excellent communication skills, computer literacy and willingness to learn. Previous experience in an administrative role would be welcomed, however, full training will be provided.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 21/08/2026
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Person specification
Other
Essential
- Flexible approach to needs of the service
Desirable
- Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an administrative / office environment
- Familiar and competent with Microsoft IT packages, especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Familiar and confident using email and searching the internetFamiliar and confident using email and searching the internet
Desirable
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Level 3 qualification (e.g. A Levels, AS Levels, NVQ3) or equivalent demonstrable experience of administrative / office skills and knowledge
Desirable
- Knowledge of Medical/Healthcare Terminology
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This advert is for Administrative Officer Leri Cancer Unit with Hywel Dda University Health Board in Haverfordwest, West Wales, Wales. It is listed as a Band 3 Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £26,813 - £27,890 per annum pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 13 Aug 2026.
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