About this role
Job summary
An opportunity has become available for a full-time Band 2 Support Typist/Administrator to join the busy Stroke and Neurology Departments at Yeovil District Hospital. This is initially a fixed-term role for six months, with the possibility of extension.
The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Strong audio typing ability and a working knowledge of Microsoft Word are essential. While an understanding of medical terminology would be advantageous, comprehensive training will be provided.
Main duties of the job
The Support Typist/Administrator will provide efficient and effective administrative support to the Medical Secretaries. This includes offering cross-cover for other Support Typists/Administrators and Medical Secretaries within the Business Unit, ensuring continuity of support to clinical teams during periods of absence, as directed by the Senior Operational Manager / Operational Support Manager to meet service needs.
Key responsibilities include typing clinic correspondence using the digital dictation system (EPRO), sorting and distributing post, filing, and undertaking general administrative duties as required.
The post holder will also be expected to work flexibly across the Directorate and support a range of specialties when needed.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
Flexible working options to help you balance work and lifeNHS pension scheme for long-term financial securityGenerous annual leave allowance to recharge and relaxA strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potentialAdditionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
RSA Stage II or equivalent qualification in typingAudio typing RSA stage II or equivalentGood all-round general education to GCSE standard, including English Language and mathematics
Desirable
Previous NHS experience.
Experience Essential
Proven competencies in current office practiceCompetent IT skillsDealing with confidential issues.Able to work as member of a team.Flexible approach to workGood administration 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.
Employer details Employer name Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)