Job summary To work as part of the team on Bluefin Children's Ward to provide a comprehensive clerical and reception service. To provide effective day to day clerical support to facilitate the smooth running of the ward under the direction and supervision of senior colleagues. This job role covers clerical duties, meeting and greeting staff, patients and visitors, the movement of case notes around the trust and the provision of, preparation of and maintenance of patient case notes. To also support the administration service in recording patient information, making appointments, dealing with enquiries and liaising with clinicians. Will be required to work within the multi-disciplinary teams in the ward area. Main duties of the job The ideal candidate will have excellent computer skills. Office software and other systems used. They will need to be able to demonstrate an attention to detail and the ability to work in a busy ward environment. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work on their own initiative are essential. About us 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 - 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. Date posted 17 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £24,169 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 279-7107094-MAR25 Job locations Worthing Hospital Lyndhurst Road Worthing BN11 2DH Job description Job responsibilities To provide effective day to day clerical support to facilitate the smooth running of Bluefin Ward. To meet and greet staff, patients and visitors to the ward. To use own initiative to maintain stationary stocks, answer queries, and relay relevant information to other staff members. To facilitate the movement of case notes around the Trust and the provision, preparation and maintenance of patient case notes ensuring that they are compiled according to Trust guidelines. Order supplies and equipment using the Trust procurement system under the guidance of the Ward Manager. To support the administration service in recording patient information, making appointments, dealing with enquiries and liaising with clinicians. Job description Job responsibilities To provide effective day to day clerical support to facilitate the smooth running of Bluefin Ward. To meet and greet staff, patients and visitors to the ward. To use own initiative to maintain stationary stocks, answer queries, and relay relevant information to other staff members. To facilitate the movement of case notes around the Trust and the provision, preparation and maintenance of patient case notes ensuring that they are compiled according to Trust guidelines. Order supplies and equipment using the Trust procurement system under the guidance of the Ward Manager. To support the administration service in recording patient information, making appointments, dealing with enquiries and liaising with clinicians. Person Specification Ward clerk criteria Essential Computer literate Good communication skills Work on own initiative Effective team working Effective time management skills Desirable Knowledge of Trust computer systems Demonstrates ability to maintain stock levels Experience of working in a hospital environment Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Essential Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues Person Specification Ward clerk criteria Essential Computer literate Good communication skills Work on own initiative Effective team working Effective time management skills Desirable Knowledge of Trust computer systems Demonstrates ability to maintain stock levels Experience of working in a hospital environment Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Essential Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Address Worthing Hospital Lyndhurst Road Worthing BN11 2DH Employer's website https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)