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Job summary

Main area
Neonatal
Grade
Band 2
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Part time - 25 hours per week (Mon to Fri mornings)
Job ref
279-7034522-MAR25
Employer
279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
St Richard's Hospital
Town
Chichester
Salary
£23,615 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
13/04/2025 23:59

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279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust logo

Ward Clerk

Band 2

 About our Trust

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

 Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First .  In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme  for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. 

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex. 

 

Job overview

We are looking for a dynamic, proactive ward clerk to join our team. Good interpersonal, communication and IT skills are essential. You will need to be conscientious with excellent time management and an ability to work both under direction and on your own initiative.

Main duties of the job

To provide day-to-day clerical support to facilitate the smooth running of the ward under the direction and supervision of senior colleagues.

· You will need to have excellent communication skills as this role involves greeting staff, patients and visitors.

Manage the day-to-day ward administration, ensuring that correct procedures are implemented and monitored.

To use own initiate to maintain stationary stocks, answer queries and forward relevant communication to staff.

To maintain notes and records systems ensuring that all notes are compiled in the correct order and in a timely fashion.

Order supplies and equipment using the Trust procurement system under the guidance of the Ward Sister.

To be responsible for accurate data entry of patient information to comply with Trust Objectives/Guidelines.

To monitor all patient data and ensure that we are compliant with accurate national data collection.

To accurately record and distribute minutes of monthly Neonatal Integrated and ward meetings.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme  for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. 

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To provide day-to-day clerical support to facilitate the smooth running of the ward under the direction and supervision of senior colleagues.

· You will need to have excellent communication skills as this role involves greeting staff, patients and visitors.

Manage the day-to-day ward administration, ensuring that correct procedures are implemented and monitored.

To use own initiate to maintain stationary stocks, answer queries and forward relevant communication to staff.

To maintain notes and records systems ensuring that all notes are compiled in the correct order and in a timely fashion.

Order supplies and equipment using the Trust procurement system under the guidance of the Ward Sister.

To be responsible for accurate data entry of patient information to comply with Trust Objectives/Guidelines.

To monitor all patient data and ensure that we are compliant with accurate national data collection.

To accurately record and distribute minutes of monthly Neonatal Integrated and ward meetings.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • GCSE English

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Good communication
  • Knowledge of computer programmes and databases
  • Good teamworking
  • Effective time management
  • Ability to prioritise
Desirable criteria
  • Knowledge of NHS databases

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential criteria
  • Evidence of having championed diversity in previous
  • Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Veteran AwareApprenticeships logoNo smoking policyArmed Forces Covenant Gold AwardDisability confident employerStep into healthHappy to Talk Flexible Working

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.

Application numbers

This advert has been capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, it will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in this post to prevent you from missing out on applying for this opportunity.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Rachael Rye
Job title
Ward Sister
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01243831442
Additional information

Tours of the unit are available by prior arrangement.

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