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Location
Salary
£24,465 per annum pro rata
Profession
Healthcare support worker
Grade
Band 2
Deadline
21 Jul 2025
Contract Type
12 months (fixed term)
Posted Date
07 Jul 2025

Job overview

Fixed Term: 12 months | 30 hours per week (Tues-Fri)

We are looking for someone to provide high-quality clinical typing and administrative support to our specialty teams across the Trust. You will work with the Secretarial Team Leader and clinical staff to ensure the smooth running of operations and help deliver exceptional patient care.

Your main responsibilities will include typing clinical letters, managing correspondence, and carrying out administrative tasks based on notes or dictation.

About You: You will be educated to GCSE standard or equivalent, including English Language, with experience of audio-typing and working in a customer-focused environment.

You don't need NHS experience to apply – we're happy to train you on medical terminology! If you're someone who can juggle a busy workload and support the seamless functioning of our team, we want to hear from you. Apply today!

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Secretarial Team Leader, your responsibilities will include:

  • Type clinical letters, correspondence, and admin tasks from notes or dictation.
  • Ensure clinic letters are sent out on time and to the required standards.
  • Communicate with secretaries and consultants to meet 18-week targets.
  • Manage patient appointments, waiting lists, and tests, escalating issues when needed.
  • Update RTT info and help with database management.
  • Handle office tasks like photocopying, filing, and managing post.
  • Provide phone support to parents and escalate complex issues

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.

Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.

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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