Clerk Typist, Specialist Surgical Care internal
The closing date is 19 June 2026
INTERNAL ONLY TO NORTH CUMBRIA INTEGRATED CARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST (NCIC) EMPLOYEES ONLY
Clerk Typist, Band 2 – 2x Part Time vacancies
15hrs per week – Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle
22.5 hrs per week – Hilltop Heights, Carlisle
This is an opportunity to join the Specialist Surgical Collaborative, which provides services throughout Cumbria in a number of varied clinical settings. The service aims to provide a high quality, locally delivered, patient focussed service.
This role will be crucial to the efficient day to day delivery of the service.
We are looking for a competent and professional Clerk Typist who can achieve between 50 – 60 words per minute average typing speed with recent or relevant experience in a similar role and regularly producing professional letters/documents. The posts will be based at Cumberland Infirmary or Hilltop Heights, typing for Consultants, Specialist Doctors and Nurse Practitioners.
Main duties of the job
* Act as the first point of contact for patients, maintaining a professional, patient-focused approach at all times.
* Provide a high standard of administrative support to the clinical team, liaising with other departments, patients, NHS Trusts and external agencies.
* Ensure efficient day‑to‑day delivery of service-related documentation.
Qualifications
* GCSE in English language or equivalent (minimum C grade).
* RSA 2 word processing or equivalent.
* NVQ Level 2 in Administration (preferred) or relevant typing experience.
Knowledge and Experience
* Use of a computer.
* Confidentiality.
* Equality issues.
* Medical terminology.
* Microsoft Office.
* Clerical or office-based work.
Skills and Aptitudes
* Able to work as part of a team.
* Able to use initiative appropriately.
* Able to prioritise work to meet deadlines.
* Ability to maintain high standards of work.
* Use of IT systems.
Other Requirements
* Flexible approach to working patterns.
* Willingness to undertake training and development.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure and Barring Service check is required. DBS charges will be met by the successful candidate through salary deduction.
Benefits
* 27‑day holiday scheme rising to 33 days after 10 years.
* NHS discounts.
* Salary sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work.
* Vivup: free, confidential counselling and information service.
Employer
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
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