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Job overview
Permanent | Full-time
We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Administrator to join our dynamic Gastroenterology team. You will help support the delivery of outstanding care for children, young people and their families across outpatient and inpatient settings.
What you'll bring:
You will be an experienced and organised administrator with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You'll be comfortable dealing with sensitive situations in a calm and caring manner and have the initiative to manage your workload. Essential qualifications and experience include:
- RSA Stage II typing/word processing or equivalent experience
- GCSE English Language (Grade C or above) or equivalent
- Previous administration and secretarial experience
- IT and data entry skills
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Office Manager, your responsibilities will include:
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Gastroenterology and Nutrition nursing team
- Coordinate daily activities with nurses to ensure smooth service delivery
- Book, update, and amend Medical Day Care appointments
- Liaise sensitively with patients and families, including those who may be distressed
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
- Manage the administration of homecare prescriptions for gastroenterology patients
Join us and be part of a team committed to providing high-quality, family-centred care.
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, it is strongly unlikely that the criteria required to support Skilled Worker visa sponsorship will be met for this vacancy.
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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 [email protected]. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous general office experience
- Previous administration and secretarial experience
- Previous experience of dealing with the General Public
Desirable
- Previous experience in a healthcare setting
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Pleasant, tactful and understanding manner
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Word processing skills
- Good communication skills
- Ability to use spread sheet and data base software
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
Desirable
- Ability to use Microsoft Word, Access and Excel.
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- RSA Stage II typing/word processing or equivalent, or able to demonstrate equivalent in previous work experience.
- GCSE or equivalent in English language (grade C or above)
Desirable
- RSA Stage III typing/word processing
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This advert is for Gastroenterology Administrator with Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust in Sheffield, North East and Yorkshire, England. It is listed as a Band 3 Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £25,760 - £27,476 per annum pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 07 Jul 2026.
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