Maternity Management Secretary (Internal only)
**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.**
Are you reliable, motivated, enthusiastic and looking for a new challenge?
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our busy midwifery team within the Maternity Team.
This role requires individuals to work as a proactive member of the team and to undertake a range of duties to assist the Clinical Governance Midwife and Multi‑Disciplinary Team.
Applicants require a good level of education, be reliable, and committed to supporting delivering excellent maternity care. Basic knowledge of antenatal care and maternity services would be advantageous and recent experience with a variety of IT systems is essential.
Hours per week: 32 hours
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.
Non‑UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role's eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non‑UK residents.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide clerical support to the Clinical Governance Midwife and the Senior Management Team. The post holder will work as an effective member of the team, liaising with midwifery and medical staffing on clerical and information matters within the area of responsibility.
The post holder will liaise with and provide the multidisciplinary team with timely and accurate information required to support and maintain the midwifery workload. The post‑holder will use their initiative in organising all workloads to ensure efficient time management.
The post holder will be required to manage a demanding workload, balance multiple competing priorities, demonstrate strong organisational, time‑management, and maintain high standards of work.
About us
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
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 provided they meet the minimum criteria for the post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Good standard of general education to GCSE level, including English and Mathematics.
* IT qualification (e.g. ECDL – European Computer Driving Licence).
* Customer Care Qualification
Knowledge & Skills
* Ability to work independently, using initiative to effectively prioritise workload.
* Proven ability to manage high volumes of work within tight deadlines.
* Ability to work efficiently in a busy, pressurised environment.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* High level of computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
* Demonstrates a commitment to ongoing personal and professional development
* Maintains accurate and timely documentation
* Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively
* Basic knowledge of antenatal care and maternity services.
Experience
* Experience in a clerical or administrative role
* Experience working with the public
* Experience in the use of NHS digital systems
* Experience of working in the NHS
Specific Job Requirements
* Demonstrates flexibility to meet service needs.
* Acts with professionalism, integrity, and accountability at all times.
* Good understanding of confidentiality, data protection, and information governance.
Other Role Requirements
* Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements.
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