Already thinking ahead to interview?

Save this role, then rehearse likely interview themes with structured write and speak feedback before the panel.

Practice interview answers
Location
Salary
£28,392 - £31,157 p.a. pro rata
Profession
Administrative and IT
Grade
Band 4
Deadline
18 May 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
08 May 2026

Job overview

We are seeking a well-organised and enthusiastic individual to join our busy Plastic Surgery Booking Team. This role primarily focuses on managing the Main Theatre Surgery bookings within the service.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be able to work effectively under pressure, prioritise a varied workload, and communicate clearly and confidently. You should be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, liaising with staff at all levels and demonstrating a proactive, willing-to-learn attitude. This is a fast-paced position that requires adaptability and the ability to manage a wide range of administrative tasks.

You will also be expected to support the wider team during periods of absence providing cross-cover & have knowledge of RTT and Cancer targets. Flexibility and strong teamwork are essential to ensure the smooth and efficient running of our services.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who thrives in a busy, patient-focused environment and is committed to delivering high-quality care through excellent administrative coordination.

This role is contracted for 34.5hrs per week over 5 days.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position.

Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:

-        applied for a Graduate visa

-        or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment

-        or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment

This vacancy will close at midnight on 18th May 2026.

Interviews are due to be held on 15th June 2026.

Benefits to you

At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.

On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only café, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.

CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.

Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.