Employer
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath)
Job Title
Ward Administrator
Location
Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath
Salary
£24,937 – £26,598 per annum (pro rata)
Working hours
31 hours per week – Monday to Sunday, rota schedule with 4 days of 0730‑1545 or 3 days of 0800‑1600 (22.5 hours).
Job overview
We have a great opportunity to work as a Ward Administrator at Princess Royal Hospital Haywards Heath.
Main duties of the job
We are looking to recruit a flexible, dynamic, and motivated ward administrator for our fast‑paced inpatient team. Your role will ensure the efficient and timely admission, transfer, and discharge of patients, manage patients’ medical notes, and accurately input information into our PAS system to support patient care and data quality.
Qualifications and experience
• Honest, confident, and excellent communication skills
• Excellent organisational and time‑keeping skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and unsupervised
• Initiative and strong reporting skills
• Experience working in a hospital environment is preferred
Person specification
* Verbal and written communication
* IT skills
* Teamwork
* Multitasking
* Working in a hospital environment
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
* Evidence of championing diversity in previous roles
* Evidence of undertaking development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Important information for applicants
A Note on AI Use in Applications
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations—elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI‑generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.
Application details
Applications will close once we have received sufficient candidates to fill the role. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out.
Flexible Working
If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks
As part of our commitment to a safe working environment we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa
Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for roles that meet visa and immigration eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure they meet these criteria.
Contact details
Josie Dunkley – Team Leader
Email: uhsussex.nursingteam@nhs.net
Telephone: 01444 441881
Extension: 68245 or 68255
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