Job summary
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board offers an exciting development opportunity to join the Trauma and Orthopaedic Secretarial team as a Support Secretary.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join us within the Trauma and Orthopaedic Department, Nevill Hall Hospital. The successful candidate would be expected to demonstrate excellent organisational skills, be flexible to the needs of the service and able to demonstrate a commitment to achieving high standards of work. Knowledge of hospital systems would be beneficial although full training will be given to the successful candidate.
This post is fixed term/secondment for 6 months 1/4/ /10/2026 to cover maternity leave. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
The hours of work will be between 09.00 and 17.00.
Main duties of the job
To provide secretarial support to consultants and teams and the provision of general support throughout the department as and when necessary, during periods of sickness and annual leave.
The typing of correspondence, clinic letters for both elective, fracture and WLI patients accurately and within time limits set by departmental standards.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.
Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.
Details
Date posted
18 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,313 to £26,999 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
040-AC
Job locations
Nevill Hall Hospital
Brecon Road
Abergavenny
NP7 7EG
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
* Knowledge of secretarial procedures and systems, the majority of which are non-routine, acquired through training and experience to Vocational Level 3 or equivalent
* Computer literate with excellent Word processing/keyboard skills.
* Excellent communication skills and good organisation skills.
Desirable
* Studying toward Medical Secretarial Qualification.
* Experience of working in a hospital environment.
Experience
Essential
* Previous experience of working in a clerical/administration role.
* Ability to communicate well with all levels of staff and members of the public
Desirable
* NHS experience and overall experience
Skills and Attributes
Essential
* Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
* Ability to prioritise workload to meet delivery requirements.
* Ability to integrate with existing team and work as a team member.
* Able to maintain confidentiality.
Desirable
* Previous experience of working in a team environment.
* Ability to work under pressure.
* Time management skills.
* Attention to detail.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
* Knowledge of secretarial procedures and systems, the majority of which are non-routine, acquired through training and experience to Vocational Level 3 or equivalent
* Computer literate with excellent Word processing/keyboard skills.
* Excellent communication skills and good organisation skills.
Desirable
* Studying toward Medical Secretarial Qualification.
* Experience of working in a hospital environment.
Experience
Essential
* Previous experience of working in a clerical/administration role.
* Ability to communicate well with all levels of staff and members of the public
Desirable
* NHS experience and overall experience
Skills and Attributes
Essential
* Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
* Ability to prioritise workload to meet delivery requirements.
* Ability to integrate with existing team and work as a team member.
* Able to maintain confidentiality.
Desirable
* Previous experience of working in a team environment.
* Ability to work under pressure.
* Time management skills.
* Attention to detail.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Address
Nevill Hall Hospital
Brecon Road
Abergavenny
NP7 7EG
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Employer details
Employer name
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Address
Nevill Hall Hospital
Brecon Road
Abergavenny
NP7 7EG
Employer's website
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