0-19 Administration Assistant
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Wareham Dorset, BH20 4QQView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£15,163
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
28 October 2026
9 days leftJob description
Are you a motivated and organised team player who enjoys working in a friendly and supportive environment? If so, we would love to hear from you. We a...
To provide efficient and effective administration support to the 0-19 Public Health team.
To undertake a range of administrative duties including maintenance of office systems and tools.
To provide a professional and courteous response to the general public/clients/carers who have contact with the Children's and Young People Services either by phone or face to face.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.
Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Please ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.
Knowledge, Skills and Training
Essential: - Administration qualification - RSA level 2/NVQ level 2 or equivalent; - Computer literate; - GCSE Maths & English or equivalent
Job Specific Experience
Essential
- Experience of using/or a willingness to learn to use of Integrated Patient Information Systems including SystmOne
- Understanding of and experience of working at all times in a confidential manner. Indirect patient contact by telephone and recording of this contact
- Demonstrable experience of accurate data entry
- Demonstrable organisational skills, including self-organising and prioritising and the ability to multi-task
Desirable: - Relevant office administration experience
Information Technology/Resources
Desirable
- Experience of note taking and/or minute taking
- Demonstrable experience of using the Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel and PowerPoint and other software applications
Personal Qualities/Attributes
Essential
- Evidence of demonstrating the Trust's values and behaviours
- The ability to use own initiative and to work well in a team
- Experience of dealing with confidential and sensitive situations
- Excellent interpersonal skills including dealing diplomatically in sensitive situations
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
14 October 2026
Last checked
15 October 2026
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