Data Entry Assistant (KMc) in Musselburgh inMusselburgh PUBLISHED TUE 18 MAR 2025 Jump to job information section
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Job description
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.
Who We Are
We are Child Health Information Systems, also known as ‘CHIS’.
We maintain administration systems that provide a record for individual children and support a variety of related programmes; screening, immunisations and outcomes of the 0-5 child health reviews.
Although we are mainly office based, a large part of our role also includes attending schools across Lothian to support school immunisation programmes, which run from September to June every year.
Position
An opportunity has arisen for a Part Time Data Entry Assistant based in Musselburgh Primary Care Centre. The hours are:
Mon 8am-12:40, Tue-Fri 8am-1pm (24 hours & 40 mins total).
What you will do
You will undertake a range of clerical and administrative duties to maintain the smooth running of the department, such as; data entry, running and processing of reports, checking of paperwork, filing and booking of appointments.
You will assist in manning the CHIS phone lines to the general public and health professionals in a professional and courteous manner.
You will attend Schools to provide support to the immunisation teams in the East and Midlothian area.
Expenses will be paid for any excess travel occurred.
Full details of the role and responsibilities can be found in the job description.
This role is not suitable for hybrid or home working.
Please contact Georgina Shanks at if you have any further questions.
We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.
Who We Are
We are Child Health Information Systems, also known as ‘CHIS’.
We maintain administration systems that provide a record for individual children and support a variety of related programmes; screening, immunisations and outcomes of the 0-5 child health reviews.
Although we are mainly office based, a large part of our role also includes attending schools across Lothian to support school immunisation programmes, which run from September to June every year.
Position
An opportunity has arisen for a Part Time Data Entry Assistant based in Musselburgh Primary Care Centre. The hours are:
Mon 8am-12:40, Tue-Fri 8am-1pm (24 hours & 40 mins total).
What you will do
You will undertake a range of clerical and administrative duties to maintain the smooth running of the department, such as; data entry, running and processing of reports, checking of paperwork, filing and booking of appointments.
You will assist in manning the CHIS phone lines to the general public and health professionals in a professional and courteous manner.
You will attend Schools to provide support to the immunisation teams in the East and Midlothian area.
Expenses will be paid for any excess travel occurred.
Full details of the role and responsibilities can be found in the job description.
This role is not suitable for hybrid or home working.
Please contact Georgina Shanks at if you have any further questions.
Not sure?
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
Requirements
See the job description for full role requirements.
Benefits
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To work as a Data Entry Assistant in the UK (or generally anywhere), certain skills and qualifications are typically desirable. Here are some key skills you would need:
1. Attention to Detail: Accuracy is crucial in data entry. You need to carefully input data without making mistakes.
2. Typing Skills: A fast and accurate typing speed is essential. Familiarity with keyboard shortcuts can also be beneficial.
3. Computer Proficiency: Proficiency in using computers, especially in software like Microsoft Excel, Word, and database management systems is important.
4. Organizational Skills: You should be able to manage and organize data effectively, ensuring that files and records are kept orderly.
5. Basic Understanding of Databases: Knowledge of how databases work and familiarity with data entry software can be advantageous.
6. Communication Skills: Clear communication skills may be necessary, especially when collaborating with team members or providing updates.
7. Time Management: The ability to manage time effectively to meet deadlines is critical in this role.
8. Adaptability: Being able to adapt to new software and procedures as necessary can help you succeed in the role.
9. Problem-Solving Skills: Being able to resolve issues that arise with data entry or understanding vague records is beneficial.
10. Confidentiality: Understanding the importance of data privacy and security is vital, especially if you are handling sensitive information.
11. Basic Math Skills: For some data entry roles, a fundamental understanding of mathematics may be important for data verification.
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