Job summary Radiology is a milestone in the patient pathway and, as technologies continue to improve and demand increases, the Trust's Radiology department is becoming one of the busiest areas of the hospital to work. Join us as a Clerical Officer and you could soon be part of a dedicated Reception Team working at Conquest Hospital and Bexhill Community Diagnostic Centre where the reception role underpins the patient journey and supports clinical teams in delivering high quality patient care making a positive difference to the patient experience. Main duties of the job 37.5 hours per week - covering shifts of 8am to 4pm, 9am to 5pm and 12pm to 8pm Monday to Friday, and 9am to 5pm Saturday and Sunday - All shifts on a rota basis covering the Conquest Hospital and Bexhill Community Diagnostic Centre. The successful Clerical Officer will provide a professional, comprehensive and efficient reception service, which is effectively delivered to all patients and members of the department; as well as working as part of an experienced team of Consultant Radiologists, Radiographers, Sonographers, Nurses and RDAs. We require someone who has excellent organisational and Interpersonal skills and who can continuously improve themselves and help others to do so within our department. The successful candidate will be a key part of the reception team and will welcome patients and visitors alike to the department. You will have excellent communication skills, be caring and empathetic to patient needs, and embody the Trust Values. You will have significant previous receptionist or admin and clerical experience in a Radiology or busy office environment. You should be multi-skilled to manage a range of procedures using high levels of initiative and problem-solving skills, with the ability to acquire knowledge and undertake department training as required About us We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes. In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'. In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come. Date posted 07 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £22,383 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 374-LB5131 Job locations Conquest Hospital The Ridge Hastings TN37 7RD Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE English Maths at Grade C or above, or equivalent Desirable NVQ 2 or 3 in Business Administration or Customer Service Experience Essential Significant previous receptionist or admin and clerical experience in a busy office environment Desirable Previous experience working in a Radiology administration role Previous experience working within the NHS Previous experience of data entry on in-house data systems Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE English Maths at Grade C or above, or equivalent Desirable NVQ 2 or 3 in Business Administration or Customer Service Experience Essential Significant previous receptionist or admin and clerical experience in a busy office environment Desirable Previous experience working in a Radiology administration role Previous experience working within the NHS Previous experience of data entry on in-house data systems 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). Additional information 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 East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust Address Conquest Hospital The Ridge Hastings TN37 7RD Employer's website http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)