About this role
Job summary
This job is currently only open to people who already work for the NHS in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly.
We are committed to supporting our dedicated staff, so only current employees of the following organisations can apply:
Cornwall Foundation Trust
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board
If you do not currently work for one of these NHS organisations, your application will not be considered at this time.
We have an opportunity for someone to join our committed Central Administrative Team within Camborne Redruth Community Hospital. We have a full time position of 37.5 hours per week. This role will provide administrative support to areas across the hospital.
Main duties of the job
To provide full clerical support to various key functions within the hospital setting and/or clinical team.
To provide administrative functions within the hospital including reception duties, being first point of contact for all patients, visitors and members of the public attending the hospital. This role will support a range of services which could include but is not limited to:
In-patientDay HospitalOut-patientMinor Injuries UnitA range of clinical teams
About us
We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.
We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.
Over 5,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.
We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 10 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.
Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.
Job description Job responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.
Person Specification
Skills and Aptitude Essential
Ability to communicate clearly on telephone and face to face
Education/Qualifications and Relevant Experience Essential
Basic numeracy and literacy skills Experience of working in an administrative setting Knowledge and experience of using Microsoft office or similar applications NVQ or RSA 2 or equivalent experience
Desirable
Healthcare/NHS administrative experience
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 Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address Camborne Redruth Community Hospital
Barncoose Terrace
Redruth
TR15 3ER
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)