Detailed job description
and main responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Prince’s Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact
Person specification
Educational / Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. Working towards NVQ Level 3
Skills/ Experience / Knowledge
Essential criteria
2. Clerical skills
3. Excellent communication skills
4. Demonstrable experience of using word processing, spreadsheet, database and or presentation software to RSA II/lll or equivalent standard
5. Desire to work in the primary care setting
Desirable criteria
6. Good IT skills
7. Community/Acute experience
8. Basic patient care experience
Personal qualities/attributes
Essential criteria
9. Good time management
10. Ability to prioritise
Additional skills
Essential criteria
11. Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively