# Ward Clerk – Same Day Emergency Care (Internal Only) > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for East Cheshire NHS Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/ward-clerk-same-day-emergency-care-internal-only/f733937c-9d4e-4fde-9c92-da28604f22cd - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/ward-clerk-same-day-emergency-care-internal-only/f733937c-9d4e-4fde-9c92-da28604f22cd.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** East Cheshire NHS Trust - **Town:** Macclesfield - **Region:** North West - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Administrative and IT - **Grade:** Band 2 - **Salary:** £25,272 per annum, pro rata (subject to job matching) - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Part time - 31 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-07-12T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-30T13:21:29.839Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Cheshire/Victoria_Road_Macclesfield/East_Cheshire_NHS_Trust/Ward_Clerk/Ward_Clerk-v8061625 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8061625?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview - **This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the ‘ECT Family’ this includes current East Cheshire NHS Trust employees, both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.** *Subject to job matching* SDEC seeks a Band 2 Ward Clerk who is responsive to the needs of modernising health care demands. To join a forward thinking team who are always developing and striving to provide a high quality service. The job is for 30 bedded medical inpatient unit. Duties will include liaising with the general public, dealing with telephone enquiries, general filing and administrative activities relating to the admission, discharge and handling of patient notes. You will be required to liaise with staff at all levels and to demonstrate a dedicated approach in providing a high quality service. There may be a need to work the hours flexibly to meet the needs of the service. The position is for 31 hours per week We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons. In accordance with UK Immigration Policy, this role does not meet the UK Immigration Policy eligibility criteria and therefore we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) ### Main duties of the job The post holder is required to work as a proactive member of the unit team and to undertake a range of duties to assist the team in maintaining the smooth running of the clinical areas. The post holder will liaise with and provide the multidisciplinary team with timely and accurate information required to support and maintain patient flow, under the direction of the ward manager. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust. Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. We look forward to receiving your application. ## Person Specification ### Experience **Essential** - Experience of working within a care setting - Understanding of confidentiality and data protection - Previous experience of clerical duties **Desirable** - Experience of working within the NHS - Experience of working within a MDT setting ### Knowledge and Skills **Essential** - Demonstrates commitment to maintain personal development - Accurate documentation - Demonstrates an awareness for patient confidentiality - Excellent interpersonal skills - Competent IT skills (Microsoft Word and Excel) **Desirable** - Willingness to undertake further study or development commensurate with the grade - Ability to work within a team - Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances - Use of PAS, CRIS, EDNF, SBS ### Other Role Requirements **Essential** - Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements ### Qualifications and Education **Essential** - Good standard of general education and GCSE English Language - Computer skills **Desirable** - NVQ Business and Administration Level 2 - First Aid course - Core assessment skills e.g. patient hygiene needs ## Documents - [staff benefits brochure (pdf, 871.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10351948) - [east cheshire nhs trust applicant pack (pdf, 876.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10351946) - [job description and person specification (pdf, 279.8kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10417272) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.