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University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Location:
Worthing, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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Job Reference:
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Posted:
12.08.2025
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Job Description:
Job overview
We are looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Dietetic Admin Assistant to join our dedicated admin team within dietetics at Worthing Hospital. We are based 5 minutes from the sea and town centre and with excellent transport links to London and Brighton
The successful candidate will be an experienced administrator have excellent communication skills, an eye for detail and pro-active
The successful applicant will contribute to the delivery of an efficient and effective clinical administrative service to support the dietetic teams at Worthing Hospital
Knowledge of NHS systems and processes is valuable for the role.
Main duties of the job
To be responsible for provision of dietetic admin and to provide an efficient and reliable service for our Patients.
Ensuring the appropriate booking of dietetic out-patient clinics.
Provide administrative support to the dietitians, including sending letters and patient information, answering telephones and directing appropriately. Ensuring the patient record systems are kept up to date and assisting with collating information. Managing the stock rotation of nutritional supplements. Booking meeting rooms
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 ourWellbeing 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 - University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
* Work in a multi-skilled administrative team
* Help with management of dietetic out-patient clinic
* Excellent team player and good communicator
* Managing stock rotation of nutritional supplements
* Answering telephone and dealing with appointment queries and redirecting to dietitians as require
Person specification
Qualifications / Experience
* 5 GCSE's or equivalent
* Experienced Admininistrator
* Knowledge of NHS policies and procedures
* Booking processes in Acute hospital
Skills
* MS office experience
* Evidence of organisational skills
* Evidence of interpersonal skills
* Experience working in Dietetics or therapies team
People Management
* Training / Inducting new staff
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
* Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles
* Evidence of having undertaken own 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.
Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert 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 the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
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 the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications
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