Job summary Do you want to support patients and clinicians at your local NHS Trust?Are you positive, reliable, IT literate, and motivated to make a difference? We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Oncology Department supporting the clinical secretarial team. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the smooth running of our services and play a vital role in supporting patient care. In this role, you'll be proof-reading and editing clinical letters and reports, ensuring accuracy and clarity in patient communications. You'll also carry out basic administrative tasks as needed, helping to keep things organised and efficient. you'll be part of a team that works behind the scenes to support clinicians and improve patient experience. We're looking for someone who: Has excellent attention to detail and strong written English, including spelling and grammar Is committed to delivering high-quality work Is flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities Is confident using IT systems and thrives in a busy environment Holds GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent and communicates professionally Experience with NHS systems or in a healthcare setting is an advantage, but not essential we're happy to train the right person who's eager to learn. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will undertake letter processing, scanning and general admin duties. It is essential that you are able to demonstrate good interpersonal, verbal and written skills and have a "can do" attitude. You will have a good level of IT literacy as you will be using multiple software packages. Potential applicants should ensure they evidence the skills listed above in their application. In return we offer our employees: Training & development including paid apprenticeships leading to valuable qualifications Career progression opportunities 27 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 33 days with continued service Contributory pension scheme Flexible working patterns The Trust is an equal opportunities employer and believes in treating everyone with dignity and respect. We encourage applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to the health and wellbeing of our staff and we have a number of initiatives which promote our supportive and inclusive approach to staff health and wellbeing, career development and benefits. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, bring positive energy, and want to be part of a team that's making a real difference, we'd love to hear from you. This is more than just an admin roleit's a chance to develop your skills, support your community, and be part of something meaningful. About us A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation. In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year. There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today. Statement on the Use of AI We value the individuality that each candidate brings to the application process. While we understand that AI tools are widely available, we strongly discourage applicants from using AI-generated content when applying for jobs with us. We believe that your application should reflect your true skills, experiences, and motivations, which are best conveyed through your own words and unique perspective. Using AI for your application may not accurately represent your knowledge, skills, and experience and may result in a disconnect between your qualifications and our assessment of your application. We encourage applicants to take the time to thoughtfully complete their applications; by doing so, you allow us to better understand your true potential and ensure a fair and transparent evaluation of your application. Over reliance on AI-generated content may diminish your chance of success. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE level A-C including English and Maths NVQ2 administration / data processing or equivalent level of knowledge and skills Typing / text processing/ data entry skills to RSAII or equivalent Desirable ECDL or alternative recognised IT Qualification Experience Essential Evidence of previous admin or secretarial experience in a busy environment. Record keeping and filing systems Prioritisation of workload Desirable Previous NHS administration experience Use of patient record systems Experience Essential Good written and verbal communication skills Good word / text processing skills Able to work on own initiative within guidelines Desirable Familiarity with medical terminology Customer service skills Audio Typing skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE level A-C including English and Maths NVQ2 administration / data processing or equivalent level of knowledge and skills Typing / text processing/ data entry skills to RSAII or equivalent Desirable ECDL or alternative recognised IT Qualification Experience Essential Evidence of previous admin or secretarial experience in a busy environment. Record keeping and filing systems Prioritisation of workload Desirable Previous NHS administration experience Use of patient record systems Experience Essential Good written and verbal communication skills Good word / text processing skills Able to work on own initiative within guidelines Desirable Familiarity with medical terminology Customer service skills Audio Typing skills 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. 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.. 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. 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.. Employer details Employer name East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust Address Eastbourne District General Hospital Kings Drive Eastbourne BN21 2UD United Kingdom Employer's website