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Administration Coordinator

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

London, NW1 2BUView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£34,186 to £37,389

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

25 October 2026

5 days left

Job description

We are looking for a compassionate experienced administrator who can work unsupervised, using their own initiative and judgement to prioritise their w...

You'll use your sharp problem-solving skills to manage complex inquiries, proactively identify potential issues in patient care, and ensure seamless communication across all teams escalating any complex issues to the line manager. Are you ready to make a difference? Apply now to join a team dedicated to delivering top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research. This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly organised and empathetic individual to join our team. We are looking for an experienced administrator with excellent communication and problem-solving skills who is proactive and can work autonomously while also being a collaborative team player. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in coordinating care pathways, managing data effectively, and supporting clinical teams in a fast-paced environment. Your ability to supervise and mentor hew starters will be essential to maintaining our high standards. You will be instrumental in ensuring a smooth and efficient service, ultimately contributing to the best possible patient experience.

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

1.Administrative Knowledge & Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) Grade C or above in English and Maths, with knowledge of a full range of administrative procedures acquired through training and experience in an administrative environment

2.Customer-Facing & Problem-Solving Experience

Essential

  • Experience working in a customer-facing or non-routine environment, demonstrating initiative, problem-solving, and resolving queries to ensure first-class service delivery.

3.Communication & Sensitivity

Essential

  • Ability to communicate clearly, tactfully, and empathetically with a wide range of patients, carers, and staff, including situations involving anxious patients or potential barriers to understanding

4.Workload Management & Independence

Essential

  • Ability to work independently, manage and prioritise own workload, and use judgment to make decisions or escalate complex issues appropriately in a fast-paced environment.

5.IT Competency & Data Management

Essential: - Advanced keyboard skills and competent use of IT systems to accurately input, maintain, and process patient pathways and clinic data.

6.Alignment with Trust Values & Flexibility

Essential

  • Demonstrable commitment to UCLH Trust values (Safety, Kindness, Teamwork, Improving) alongside a flexible approach to shift patterns, start times (e.g., 6:30 AM starts), and rotating across different departmental sites.

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

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First seen

9 October 2026

Last checked

10 October 2026

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About the employer

UCL
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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