Secretary in Safeguarding & Directorate Management Teams Internal Only
**These positions are 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.**
Integrated Safeguarding Team Secretary
The post holder will provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to the safeguarding team, including adult, children's and maternity safeguarding professionals. The role involves handling sensitive and confidential information.
Key duties include maintaining databases, producing meeting minutes, using patient information systems, and communicating on complex safeguarding matters. The successful candidate must work independently, meet deadlines, and demonstrate strong IT and organisational skills.
Hours: 30 hours per week, worked over 4 days between Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.
Directorate Management Secretary
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to support the PA Team within Acute & Integrated Community Care. This developing role will provide administrative support to Operational Managers, Matrons and Ward Managers.
The successful candidate will prioritise workloads effectively, use initiative, and demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills while working within a multidisciplinary team.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week.
Both roles are subject to job matching.
Main duties of the job
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for further details regarding each role.
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.
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.
Please be aware that this post requires a Standard DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Job 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 youre 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
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* Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document for further details
£25,760 to £27,476 a yearpro rata (Subject to job matching)
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