About this role
Job summary
To provide a full confidential secretarial service to Consultant Neonatalogists and the team.
Carry out duties as defined by the Service Administration Manager to meet the needs of the service.
To manage and prioritise own workload and work independently to defined policies and procedures.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced part time Medical Secretary to join the Neonatal Secretarial Department based at Royal Gwent Hospital in Newport. Working days are fixed on Thursday and Friday.
It is essential that the post holder is an organised and motivated individual with excellent audio-typing and interpersonal skills, plus a sound knowledge of medical terminology. The successful candidate will be expected to provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support across the departmentas required.
The successful post holder must be reliable and flexible to meet service needs and used to working in abusy and demanding environment, with excellent organisational and prioritisation skills.They will be able towork on their own initiative,exercising judgement to solve any problems arising.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Values Essential
Able to deal with patients in a sympathetic manner Able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy
Qualifications Essential
English language GCSE, 'O' level or equivalent Knowledge of secretarial procedures to level 3 or equivalent Computer literate Knowledge of medical terminology
Desirable
AMSPAR Diploma CWS, Welsh PAS and MedSecs knowledge RSA III or equivalent
Experience Essential
Working in a secretarial post
Desirable
NHS experience MedSec experience
Aptitude and Abilities Essential
Excellent communication / telephone skills Prioritise workload Exercising judgement to solve problems Ability to work with staff at all levels
Desirable
Ability to speak Welsh
Other Essential
Methodical, able to demonstrate attention to detail Reliable and flexible to meet the needs of the service Team player, but able to work on own initiative
Desirable
Able to travel between hospital sites
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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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Employer details Employer name Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Address Royal Gwent Hospital
Cardiff Road
Newport
NP20 2UB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://abuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)