Job summary We are looking for a Slough Community Nursing Team Senior Administrator. As a Senior Administrator, you will support the Community Nursing service to deliver care to people in their own homes by providing effective administrative and secretarial support to the team. We offer a supportive environment with opportunities for further career development. Main duties of the job Support the effective operation of the Community Nursing Service by providing organisational, administrative, and secretarial support to the team. Be the first port of call for any IT issues within departments Liaise effectively and professionally with all levels of staff, external organisations, and the public, dealing with confidential information in an appropriate manner. Supervise the work of junior administrative staff Maintain an inventory of medical equipment held by the team, liaise with estates over the maintenance of medical devices and record training on medical devices as required Plan and organise meetings and events which may be internal or external to the service, ensuring all necessary arrangements are made. Attend designated meetings, taking and transcribing minutes About us Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish. Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are: Caring for and about you is our top priority Committed to providing good quality, safe services Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include: Flexible working options to support work-life balance 27 days' annual leave rising with service opportunity to buy and sell Generous NHS pension scheme Excellent learning and career development opportunities 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave Free parking across Trust sites Date posted 07 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £27,857 to £30,570 a year per annum (incl of HCAS) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 371-CHS974 Job locations District Nursing - Slough Slough SL1 1TT Job description Job responsibilities The must haves for this role: Previous knowledge and experience of working in a busy office and/or customer care environment, undertaking a full range of administrative duties and supervising the work of others Good IT skills, with an ability to navigate around various systems and software packages, such as Outlook, MS Office, the internet, and databases Ability to work effectively in a team, demonstrating accountability for own work and an ability to work on own initiative. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible. Job description Job responsibilities The must haves for this role: Previous knowledge and experience of working in a busy office and/or customer care environment, undertaking a full range of administrative duties and supervising the work of others Good IT skills, with an ability to navigate around various systems and software packages, such as Outlook, MS Office, the internet, and databases Ability to work effectively in a team, demonstrating accountability for own work and an ability to work on own initiative. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible. Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential Educated to GCSE or equivalent including English NVQ4 or equivalent qualification/ experience Continued Professional Development Essential Knowledge of administration and/or office procedures and evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Previous Experience Essential ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) or equivalent knowledge and experience of using a variety of software programmes/packages Previous knowledge and experience of working in a busy office and/or customer care environment, undertaking a full range of administrative duties and supervising the work of others Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Essential Good interpersonal, communication and reporting skills Ability to empathise, be supportive and sensitive to the needs of others Ability to use a practical problem solving approach in everyday situations Ability to prioritise and manage own workload Good IT skills, with an ability to navigate around various systems and software packages, such as Outlook, MS Office, the internet and databases Ability to work effectively in a team, demonstrating accountability for own work and an ability to work on own initiative. Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to reprioritise own work and that of others to ensure tasks are delivered on time Additional Requirements Essential Ability to work flexibly as required, with the ability to travel independently between locations to fulfil the requirements of the post Desirable Be a car driver Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential Educated to GCSE or equivalent including English NVQ4 or equivalent qualification/ experience Continued Professional Development Essential Knowledge of administration and/or office procedures and evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Previous Experience Essential ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) or equivalent knowledge and experience of using a variety of software programmes/packages Previous knowledge and experience of working in a busy office and/or customer care environment, undertaking a full range of administrative duties and supervising the work of others Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Essential Good interpersonal, communication and reporting skills Ability to empathise, be supportive and sensitive to the needs of others Ability to use a practical problem solving approach in everyday situations Ability to prioritise and manage own workload Good IT skills, with an ability to navigate around various systems and software packages, such as Outlook, MS Office, the internet and databases Ability to work effectively in a team, demonstrating accountability for own work and an ability to work on own initiative. Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to reprioritise own work and that of others to ensure tasks are delivered on time Additional Requirements Essential Ability to work flexibly as required, with the ability to travel independently between locations to fulfil the requirements of the post Desirable Be a car driver 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 Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Address District Nursing - Slough Slough SL1 1TT Employer's website https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)