NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society. Who we are: NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way. To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net) Position: An opportunity has arisen for a permanent Administrative Assistant based at University Hospital Crosshouse. What you will do: You will provide comprehensive, flexible and effective administrative support within our integrated out-of-hours team. You will work collaboratively and in partnership with other team members, partnership services and key stakeholders. For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description. Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job: You should have experience in a previous secretarial or administrative role with a sound knowledge of Microsoft Office packages. You should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work on your own initiative. You should be able to prioritise your own workload to meet set timescales and deliver results. Previous healthcare or equivalent environment experience would be an advantage, but not essential as full training will be provided. Applicants should be educated to SCQF Level 7 (e.g., SVQ3 or HNC) in a business administration or relevant subject or have an equivalent level of experience For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification. Hours: This post is 18 hours per week, mainly Monday to Wednesday, however it should be recognised that the service operates 24 hours and Out of Hours and therefore may require hours to be flexed to suit requirements. If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Nicola Montgomery on 01563 545545 or nicola.montgomeryaapct.scot.nhs.uk ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES You should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain. DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes. Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted. For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/ To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/ Please note that our correspondence method is by email, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately. Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and also your JobTrain account for updates. Please contact JobTrain Candidate Support Hub : https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home - for advice and support with any system issues. We recommend using the Internet Browser Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge when using JobTrain. Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments. Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a staff member, please ensure you update your JobTrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Ayrshire and Arran. Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence. NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.