Job summary We are looking for enthusiastic Matrons Assistant to join our busy Bexhill Irvine Unit. You will be required to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, supporting the matron. You will be required to work alongside nursing staff, consultants and doctors Bexhill hospital is a small community hospital set in a town which has a lot to offer with beautiful sea views, picturesque countryside and is steeped in history. It is easily accessible from both acute sites and offers free parking to both staff and patients. There is good public transport and easy access to local cities and the continent. The Trust can offer: Professional development and Child care facilities. Main duties of the job The post holder will provide efficient administrative and secretarial support to the Matron. This will include; typing letters and reports as required in a timely fashion, maintaining electronic diaries. taking and relaying messages, by phone or in person, and deal with routine queries. The post holder will deal promptly with incoming and outgoing mail. Enter data accurately on department systems, assist with meetings; including room booking, preparation of supporting documents, arranging catering and taking notes. You will assist with monitoring sick levels, ordering stationery, assist in the management of complaint responses. The post holder will undertake general office duties e.g. photocopying/filing/sending /receiving / managing emails. You will record mandatory training / absence / study leave for team. You will process travel and other expenses forms and assist with other Trust related administration duties relevant to the post, as assigned by the Matron or relevant colleague. About us We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes. In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'. In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come. Date posted 16 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 374-CFSMc001-A Job locations Bexhill Irvine Unit Holliers Hill Bexhill on Sea TN40 2DZ Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good general education Typing / text processing/ data entry skills to RSAII or equivalent or Administration NVQ2 or equivalent skills Evidence of good numeracy and literacy Desirable GCSE level A-C including English and Maths ECDL or other recognised IT qualification Experience Essential Evidence of previous admin or secretarial experience in a busy environment Record keeping and filing systems Prioritisation of workload Desirable Previous NHS administration experience Use of computerised record systems Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good general education Typing / text processing/ data entry skills to RSAII or equivalent or Administration NVQ2 or equivalent skills Evidence of good numeracy and literacy Desirable GCSE level A-C including English and Maths ECDL or other recognised IT qualification Experience Essential Evidence of previous admin or secretarial experience in a busy environment Record keeping and filing systems Prioritisation of workload Desirable Previous NHS administration experience Use of computerised record systems 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 East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust Address Bexhill Irvine Unit Holliers Hill Bexhill on Sea TN40 2DZ Employer's website http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)