NHS

Ward Clerk

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Shotover Hill, HeadingtonView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476

Contract

Not specified

Hours

Full time

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

The Ward Clerk provides admin support on a busy hospital ward, handling patient paperwork, phone calls and appointments. It suits people who are organised, friendly and enjoy working in a healthcare setting.

What you'll need

  • Good written and spoken English
  • Basic computer skills such as Microsoft Office
  • Ability to keep patient information confidential
  • Previous office or clerical experience, ideally in health care
  • Reliability and ability to work full‑time hours
  • Teamwork and clear communication skills

How to boost your chances

  • Highlight any admin or NHS experience on your CV
  • Give examples of handling confidential data in your application
  • Be ready for a DBS (background) check
  • Practice interview answers about teamwork and patient focus
  • Show your typing speed and accuracy if asked
  • Read the Trust’s values and mention them in your cover letter

Written by AI to help you understand this advert in plain English. It can get things wrong — always check the original advert before you apply.

Job description

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital , Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury. Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer an…

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

Adzuna

First seen

26 September 2026

Last checked

28 September 2026

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About the employer

OUH
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

NHS organisation

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