Job summary We are looking for a proactive, friendly and enthusiastic new colleague to join our friendly team of Medical Secretaries in the ENT Department at the Royal United Hospital in Bath. We currently have a fixed term maternity leave cover role available with opportunities to work flexibly. You will be a key part of our administrative team and will provide comprehensive secretarial support to the ENT Services as well as general administrative support to the specialty. Main duties of the job To provide full comprehensive medical support to the ENT Directorate. To provide a central point of communication for patients and staff. About us At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on. We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country. We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger. A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research. Date posted 20 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year pa pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 9 months Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working Reference number 427- 7003490 Job locations Royal United Hospital Combe Park Bath BA2 6NG Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role. Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role. Person Specification Experience Essential Knowledge & previous experience of working in the NHS or similar patient focused environment Able to demonstrate good computer, literacy and admin skills Educated to GCSE level Minimum of 1 year in a secretarial role Desirable Medical Secretarial qualifications or experience Knowledge of NHS systems, Millennium etc Experience Essential Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing to patients and staff at a range of levels, including on the telephone Desirable Medical Secretarial qualifications or experience Person Specification Experience Essential Knowledge & previous experience of working in the NHS or similar patient focused environment Able to demonstrate good computer, literacy and admin skills Educated to GCSE level Minimum of 1 year in a secretarial role Desirable Medical Secretarial qualifications or experience Knowledge of NHS systems, Millennium etc Experience Essential Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing to patients and staff at a range of levels, including on the telephone Desirable Medical Secretarial qualifications or 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 Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal United Hospital Combe Park Bath BA2 6NG Employer's website https://www.ruh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)