Children's medical complexity Administration and Secretarial Support


Location
Salary
£25,760 - £27,476 per annum pro rata
Profession
Support role (discipline unspecified)
Grade
Band 3
Deadline
28 Oct 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
14 Oct 2026
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Job requirements

Essential

16 listed

Requirements the employer expects applicants to meet.

  • Attributes

    Willingness to work flexibly in approach and working hours/pattern

  • Attributes

    Display a non-judgmental attitude towards children / families / carers / colleagues

  • Attributes

    Respectful attitude for individuals and co-workers

  • Attributes

    Ability to take part in personal development reviews

  • Attributes

    Pleasant, tactful and understanding manner

  • Attributes

    Ability to accept instructions & supervision and undertake delegated tasks

  • Experience

    Relevant general office experience

  • Experience

    Previous experience of dealing with the General Public

  • Knowledge and Skills

    Word processing skills

  • Knowledge and Skills

    Ability to use spread sheet and data base software – use of Word & Excel

  • Knowledge and Skills

    Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team

  • Knowledge and Skills

    Good communication skills

  • Knowledge and Skills

    Supplies management

  • Qualifications/Training

    RSA Stage II typing/word processing or equivalent, or able to demonstrate equivalent in previous work experience.

  • Qualifications/Training

    GCSE or equivalent in English language and Maths (grade C or above)

  • Demonstrates Trust Values

    Compassion, Accountability, Respect & Excellence

Desirable

11 listed

Additional qualities the employer would prefer.

  • Attributes

    Previously worked in a flexible working pattern environment

  • Attributes

    Compliance of Policies and Procedures in reference to Equality and Diversity

  • Experience

    Worked with children and young people

  • Experience

    Worked within the National Health Service

  • Knowledge and Skills

    Compliance of Policies and Procedures in a regulated Health Care Provider

  • Knowledge and Skills

    Advanced IT skills ie Level 2 IT qualification

  • Knowledge and Skills

    Previously worked in a Health / Social Care multidisciplinary team setting and contributed in team meetings

  • Knowledge and Skills

    Experience in using medical records systems – EDMS,Careflow, SystmOne

  • Qualifications/Training

    RSA Stage III typing/word processing

  • Qualifications/Training

    Level 2 IT qualification

  • Qualifications/Training

    Minute taking

Job overview

Permanent | Part Time

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Complex Care Team at Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust as administrator and secretarial support

The postholder will be a compassionate, accountable individual who treats all colleagues, patients and service users with respect and seeks to deliver excellence in their role. They will share the Trust values and be committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

The postholder will be a key member of the Complex Care Team, who provide support to families of children with medical complexities in the hospital and out patients. Complex Care are a fantastic team, who welcome new members, encourage initiative and support professional development.

Complex Care Administration and secretarial support will have

  • Minute taking
  • Cordination of MDT's
  • Ability to use spread sheet and data base software – use of Word & Excel

Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team

Main duties of the job

Some of your responsibilities will include:

  • Provide administrative and secretarial support to the Complex Care Team
  • Assist nurses and medical staff with administrative tasks to support effective service delivery
  • Maintain accurate records, correspondence, and documentation
  • Prioritise workload effectively, using initiative and discretion
  • Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information in line with Trust policies.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

******We strongly encourage all applicants to review their right to work eligibility before submitting an application to help avoid any disappointment during the recruitment process.

This role has been assigned occupation code 4159 using the CASCOT coding tool. Under current Home Office guidance for further information on occupation codes, sponsorship eligibility and right-to-work requirements, please visit: Skilled Worker visa: Your Job – GOV.UK. Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK

Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 roles.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s 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, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Applicant requirements

The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable people 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.

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