# Ward Administrator > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/ward-administrator/2dd68c88-865b-4a7b-b130-85ea5202ef12 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/ward-administrator/2dd68c88-865b-4a7b-b130-85ea5202ef12.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** Brighton General Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Administrator - **Grade:** Band 3 - **Salary:** £25,760 - £27,476 Per annum pro rata - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time, Part time, 37.5 hours per week (To include one full day 8am to 4pm) - **Closing date:** 2026-11-01T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-10-22T13:10:36.120Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/East_Sussex/Arundel/Sussex_Community_NHS_Foundation_Trust/B_Administrator/B_Administrator-v8379261 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8379261?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.sussexcommunity.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview We are looking for experienced administrators to join our friendly multi-disciplinary team at Arundel District Hospital, ICU. Please note: Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role may not be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role. Skilled Worker visa: going rates for eligible occupation codes - GOV.UK Health and Care Worker visa: If you’ll need to meet different salary requirements - GOV.UK ### Main duties of the job .Job overview a) To provide a full range of administrative duties that supports the Ward Manager/ Matron in the care delivery within the intermediate care units b) To possess a comprehensive understanding of service objectives and support the team in carrying out their clerical duties effectively c) To use effective administrative and personal skills to a group of intermediate care units ensuring that administrative systems and process are in place ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Main tasks a) To provide administration and clerical support on the units ensuring that an efficient communications systems are adhered to b) Provides solutions for routine queries/concerns about services and deciding what to refer to senior staff c) To provide essential cover for other administrative staff as requested by the ward manager d) Able to demonstrate good interpersonal skills and communication skills working effectively as part of a team within a healthcare environment with patients, visitors, relatives as well as medical, nursing and therapy staff e) Use of initiative and ability to prioritise own work f) Arrange team meetings as requested by colleagues across a designated group of ICUs g) To be the point of contact as SystmOne champion to disseminate new functions within the system and ensure all staff are made aware of any changes h) Support the Ward Manager in the recruitment and retention of new staff and associated processes used by the Trust e.g. NHS Jobs / TRAC i) Assist the Ward Manager is reviewing office / administrative procedures j) To liaise with senior nursing staff regarding forthcoming staffing requirements for Bank and or Agency staff and to assist with booking and recording appropriate cover k) To place orders in line with set protocols, checking deliveries and ensuring they are correct l) Under the direction of the Ward manager provide support to update Healthroster as required m) Places orders for clinical supplies as directed by the Ward Manager or Matron n) Ensures requisitions and invoices are checked and approved by an appropriate manager o) Maintains accurate computer records and information on the relevant systems p) To participate with in-service training as identified through PDR Main responsibilities a) Assists the Ward Manager / Matron with any review of office or administrative procedures by inviting and collating feedback from clinical and administrative colleagues b) Contributes own ideas and suggestions for service improvements c) To assist collate and maintain various staff databases as directed by their line manager d) To assist with new staff induction, ordering uniforms and other administrative functions required for new staff members e) Support senior nursing staff in the production of management information including both personal and activity reports ### Applicant requirements This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. ## Person Specification ### Experience **Essential** - Experience of a health care or customer focused environment **Desirable** - Have experience with using SystmOne electronic patient record system - have experience with HealthRoster or other e-rostering system ### Skills and Knowledge **Essential** - IT skills such as excel, word and power point - Ability to maintain and record data accurately - Ability to write a report and keep accurate notes - Ability to work independently within defined parameters - Organises own workload to achieve deadlines. - Can contribute and work as part of a team. - Able to effectively communicate to a range of people including patients, relatives, medical practitioners - Understands and demonstrates an ability to maintain confidentiality - Able to remain calm in difficult situations - Willingness to undertake job related training ### Qualifications and/or Professional Registration **Essential** - Good standard of general education or ability to demonstrate report writing and numeracy - NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification and or experience ## Documents - 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