(**) Ward Clerk- Gosfield Acute Frailty Unit


Location
Westcliff-on-Sea, England
Salary
£25,272 Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Profession
Ward clerk
Grade
Band 2
Deadline
25 Oct 2026
Contract Type
Permanent: 27th November 2026
Posted Date
19 Oct 2026
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Job requirements

Essential

14 listed

Requirements the employer expects applicants to meet.

  • Experience

    Experience in an administrative or customer-facing role

  • Experience

    Experience managing and maintaining records or data entry

  • Skills and Ability

    Excellent communication skills, both face-to-face and over the phone.

  • Skills and Ability

    Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks in a busy, fast-paced environment

  • Skills and Ability

    Confident in using IT systems, including electronic patient record systems or similar databases.

  • Skills and Ability

    High attention to detail and accuracy when entering or updating information

  • Skills and Ability

    Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

  • Skills and Ability

    Ability to remain calm, professional, and patient-focused under pressure

  • Personal Attributes

    Friendly, approachable, and patient-centred attitude.

  • Personal Attributes

    Reliable, proactive, and willing to take initiative

  • Personal Attributes

    Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities in a clinical environment.

  • Qualifications and Knowledge

    Good general education (e.g., GCSEs or equivalent), including English and Maths.

  • Qualifications and Knowledge

    Knowledge of basic administrative procedures and office practices.

  • Qualifications and Knowledge

    Understanding of confidentiality, data protection, and accurate data handling

Desirable

8 listed

Additional qualities the employer would prefer.

  • Experience

    Previous experience working in a healthcare or hospital environment.

  • Experience

    Experience supporting clinical teams or working in a reception/front-of-house role

  • Experience

    Experience booking appointments or scheduling patient pathways

  • Skills and Ability

    Ability to produce basic reports or collate activity data

  • Skills and Ability

    Ability to support service improvement and contribute ideas to enhance patient experience

  • Qualifications and Knowledge

    NVQ Level 2/3 in Business Administration or equivalent qualification.

  • Qualifications and Knowledge

    Knowledge of medical terminology

  • Qualifications and Knowledge

    Familiarity with Trust systems such as Careflow, Lorenzo, or Teletracking

Job overview

We are seeking an organised, proactive, and customer-focused individual to join our Acute Frailty Unit on Gosfield. This role is essential in supporting the smooth running of the unit, ensuring that patients experience an efficient, safe, and welcoming journey from arrival to discharge.

As a key administrative member of the team, you will maintain accurate patient information, manage clinic and ward activity, and provide essential support to clinical staff. You will be the first point of contact for patients and visitors, handling enquiries, coordinating appointments, updating systems such as Careflow, Lorenzo, and Teletracking, and ensuring all administrative processes are completed to a high standard.

The postholder will work collaboratively with colleagues across the unit, demonstrating strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. You will contribute to the overall efficiency of Gosfield Acute Frailty Unit and Frailty Ambulatory (FAB) Clinic by managing patient documentation, supporting data quality, maintaining stock levels, and ensuring adherence to Trust policies and procedures.

This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys helping others, thrives under pressure, and is committed to delivering excellent service within a dynamic healthcare setting

***Please note we are unable to sponsor the post***

Main duties of the job

In this fast-paced and rewarding role, you’ll be at the heart of Gosfield Acute Frailty Unit and Frailty Ambulatory (FAB) Clinic—supporting patients, assisting clinical teams, and helping to keep the department running smoothly. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a meaningful difference in the patient journey.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Play a key role in creating a smooth, welcoming experience for all patients entering the G-AFU.
  • Keep our clinical teams running efficiently by maintaining accurate patient information across Careflow, Lorenzo, and Teletracking.
  • Support patient care by preparing and organising notes, managing referrals, and ensuring appointments are booked promptly.
  • Be the friendly first point of contact—arrival of clinic patients, handling enquiries, providing information, and helping patients navigate their visit.
  • Work closely with staff across the unit, helping to keep communication flowing and ensuring daily operations run seamlessly.
  • Take ownership of essential administrative tasks, including filing, updating activity data, managing stock, and coordinating transport when needed.
  • Contribute to a safe, well-organised environment by upholding confidentiality, data accuracy, and Trust policies.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more detail about the role and its responsibilities, we encourage you to explore the full Job Description attached to this advert. It provides a clear picture of what you can expect day-to-day and how you’ll contribute to the smooth running of our service.

Applicant requirements

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties 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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This advert is for (**) Ward Clerk- Gosfield Acute Frailty Unit with Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust in Westcliff-on-Sea, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Ward clerk role. The advertised salary is £25,272 Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time). The contract type is Permanent: 27th November 2026. The application deadline is 25 Oct 2026.

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