Job summary We have an exciting opportunity to join our existing innovative Rheumatology Administration & Clerical Team with Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual to provide administrative and secretarial support to the clinical team. The role is a great opportunity to start or continue your career within the NHS. Main duties of the job You will need to be a team player with experience of working in an office environment. Experience of dealing with the public will be an advantage. You will have the ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team with excellent written and verbal communication skills and organisational abilities. The Trust is an ever-changing environment and you would need to be able to retain your focus on providing an excellent service. About us We are a friendly, hardworking and supportive team. The Rheumatology multi-disciplinary team is based in Kitson Hall at Torbay Hospital and consists of Consultants, Registrar, Specialist Nurses, Research Nurses, Medications Unit and the admin team. The clinical team is supported by the Operational Support Manager, Admin Team Leader, and a team of medical secretaries and admin support staff, who provide comprehensive administrative and co-ordination support. The Rheumatology service is very busy and the admin team are paramount in ensuring the efficiency of the department. It is vital that each member of the team can work well under pressure, prioritise their workload effectively and work both independently and collaboratively as a team. Why work with us - 1 (pagetiger.com) Why work with us Date posted 21 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Job share Reference number 388-6760521-A&C Job locations Torbay Hospital Lowes Bridge Torquay TQ2 7AA Job description Job responsibilities Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification. Job description Job responsibilities Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification. Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential GCSE English & Maths grade C or above Typing at a level of speed & accuracy Desirable Experience of audio typing Typing ability to a minimum of RSA II (or equivalent) Knowledge and Experience Essential Customer care experience of providing a customer focused service Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Ability to work on own initiative, prioritise own workload and achieve deadlines Desirable Medical Secretary/NHS experience Knowledge and experience of the Trust patient administrative and information systems Proficient in the use of email and internet Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential GCSE English & Maths grade C or above Typing at a level of speed & accuracy Desirable Experience of audio typing Typing ability to a minimum of RSA II (or equivalent) Knowledge and Experience Essential Customer care experience of providing a customer focused service Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Ability to work on own initiative, prioritise own workload and achieve deadlines Desirable Medical Secretary/NHS experience Knowledge and experience of the Trust patient administrative and information systems Proficient in the use of email and internet 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 Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Address Torbay Hospital Lowes Bridge Torquay TQ2 7AA Employer's website https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)