Job summary We are looking for enthusiastic Band 2 Ward Clerks to work in our Outpatient department at Breconshire War Memorial Hospital. The Ward Clerk role is to act as a receptionist and first line contact for patients, relatives and visitors to the department. They will perform clerical and general office duties and will be responsible for the management of case notes for the department. Excellent communication skills are required and where we receive a high volume of applications for a post, we may bring the closing date forward. You are therefore advised to submit your completed application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply Main duties of the job To provide comprehensive administrative support to the Outpatient department. To adhere to Powys Teaching Health Board Policies andProcedures. Provide a 'front of house' service acting as a Receptionist to the department. About us Powys is cited as being a wonderful place to live and work; a rural health setting where you can personally and professionally grow, where patients are at the heart of care provision. If you are an ambitious professional in search of job satisfaction, Powys is the place to be. Whatever your career aspirations, we are committed to supporting and developing you. Powys Teaching Health Board is responsible for meeting the health and wellbeing needs of the population of Powys. Powys is the largest county in Wales with Snowdonia to the North and the Brecon Beacons to the South, the spectacular scenery is something to behold. Working in partnership, we commission and provide award-winning hospital, community, mental health and learning disability services, so our portfolio is varied and diverse. We are proud to offer patients an unrivalled level of care and range of careers for professionals who want to make a real difference. Did you know - Powys Teaching Health Board accepts applications to retire and return from within the NHS in Wales. If you would like to know more, please contact the Powys Teaching Health Board Workforce team on 01874 712580 or powys.workforcegeneralenquirieswales.nhs.uk Step into Health connects employers in the NHS to people from the Armed Forces community. Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English. Date posted 11 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,970 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 070-AC022-0325 Job locations Breconshire War Memorial Hospital Cerrigcochion Road Brecon LD3 7NS Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents. Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents. Person Specification Qualifications and/or Knowledge Essential Demonstrate good standard of education to GCSE level Desirable Familiarity with the Health Board WPAS System Experience Desirable Experience of working within a hospital environment Aptitude & Abilities Essential Organised Adaptable & flexible Ability to work with computer systems Good interpersonal and communication skills Confidentiality & diplomacy Working to tight deadlines Being able to determine priorities Desirable Ability to speak Welsh Able to work on own initiative or part of a team Values Essential Be able to show compassion Other Essential Able to work hours flexibly Person Specification Qualifications and/or Knowledge Essential Demonstrate good standard of education to GCSE level Desirable Familiarity with the Health Board WPAS System Experience Desirable Experience of working within a hospital environment Aptitude & Abilities Essential Organised Adaptable & flexible Ability to work with computer systems Good interpersonal and communication skills Confidentiality & diplomacy Working to tight deadlines Being able to determine priorities Desirable Ability to speak Welsh Able to work on own initiative or part of a team Values Essential Be able to show compassion Other Essential Able to work hours flexibly 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 Powys Teaching Health Board Address Breconshire War Memorial Hospital Cerrigcochion Road Brecon LD3 7NS Employer's website https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)