About this role
Job summary
Leri Cancer Unit is looking to recruit an administrative officer to provide high-quality administrative and clerical support to the Chemotherapy (Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy - SACT) Unit, Oncology and Haematology clinics, ensuring the smooth coordination of patient pathways, clinics, and treatment schedules while maintaining accurate records and supporting the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to deliver safe, efficient, and patient-centred care.
Main duties of the job
To provide a welcoming and polite reception to patients, relatives and carers from the main reception desk of Leri Cancer Unit. Leri Cancer Unit comprises of a treatment area delivering chemotherapy and Systemic anti cancer therapies and an outpatient clinic area. The successful applicant will be responsible for supporting the chemotherapy unit and outpatient clinics as described in the detailed job description.
This role requires a motivated candidate with excellent communication skills, computer literacy and willingness to learn. Previous experience in an administrative role would be welcomed, however, full training will be provided.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 99 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service userexperiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 19/06/2026.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge Essential
Level 3 qualification (e.g. A Levels, AS Levels, NVQ3) or equivalent demonstrable experience of administrative / office skills and knowledge
Desirable
Knowledge of Medical/Healthcare Terminology
Experience Essential
Experience of working in an administrative / office environment Familiar and competent with Microsoft IT packages, especially Work, Excel and Powerpoint Familiar and confident using email and searching the internetFamiliar and confident using email and searching the internet
Desirable
Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team.
Other Essential
Flexible approach to needs of the service
Desirable
Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
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).
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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Hywel Dda University Health Board
Address Leri Cancer Unit, Bronglais General Hospital
Caradoc Road
Aberystwyth
SY23 1ER
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)