Job summary Are you passionate, enthusiastic, well organised and wanting to make a difference? We are looking for motivated and passionate individual who wants to work as part of the team to help provide exceptional care to a range of children and their families. We have a full time post available for a Band 2 ward clerk Woodlands ward is a Paediatric 16 bedded ward with an additional clinical assessment unit for general medical and surgical paediatric patients as well as day admissions. The unit can be a busy unit and therefore we are looking for someone who can multi task well and is organised. Please feel free to contact for further detail. Main duties of the job The post holder will: Liaise with patients on the ward and their family. Have an excellent telephone manner Will assist all members of the MDT to perform their roles to the best of their ability. Assist in arranging discharge plans / follow up appointments for patients. Have an understanding of the hospital systems including PCS To act as a host and receptionist to children, their families and visitors To demonstrates due diligence whilst maintaining and promoting effective working practices commensurate with the post. Maintains confidentiality relating to the welfare and treatment of patients and staff at all times. To be flexible to work in different areas within the unit as required About us At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide 'outstanding' care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development. An inclusive and supportive culture - our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement. Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees. Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion. Date posted 04 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 421-PSC-1639R Job locations Woodlands Ward HDFT Harrogate HG2 7SX Job description Job responsibilities If you are interested in striving to deliver excellence in paediatric care and working in a friendly and welcoming team please do contact us. Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information or contact Ward Manage Nina Kapur nina.kapur1nhs.net Job description Job responsibilities If you are interested in striving to deliver excellence in paediatric care and working in a friendly and welcoming team please do contact us. Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information or contact Ward Manage Nina Kapur nina.kapur1nhs.net Person Specification Education Essential 3 GCSE's or equivalent including English at Grade C or above Evidence of continuing development Desirable Experience with NHS computer systems Experience with IT Experience Essential Working with others in a team or alone Desirable Previous administration experience Knowledge Essential Organisational Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Desirable Experience of liaising with different teams Person Specification Education Essential 3 GCSE's or equivalent including English at Grade C or above Evidence of continuing development Desirable Experience with NHS computer systems Experience with IT Experience Essential Working with others in a team or alone Desirable Previous administration experience Knowledge Essential Organisational Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Desirable Experience of liaising with different teams 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 Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust Address Woodlands Ward HDFT Harrogate HG2 7SX Employer's website https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)