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Stable Work Hours, The role offers a predominantly 9-5 Monday to Friday work schedule, allowing for a healthy work-life balance.
Reduced Work Hours, NHS Scotland is transitioning to a 37-hour full-time work week without a decrease in pay, benefiting employees with more free time.
Diverse Work Environment, Being part of NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde means working in a diverse and inclusive environment that values all sections of the community.
Professional Development, The position provides opportunities to enhance administrative skills and advance knowledge in a healthcare setting.
Confidential and Impactful Role, Personal Assistants support crucial management teams and deal with sensitive matters, making their work impactful within the organization.
Collaboration with Senior Staff, The role allows for close interaction with senior staff, offering insights into operational management within the healthcare field.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking a Personal Assistant (B4) to join the Forensic Directorate of Mental Health and Learning Disabilities in Glasgow. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative support to the Operational Management Team, acting as the primary contact for departmental inquiries, often involving sensitive information. Key responsibilities include managing diaries, coordinating meetings, and preparing related documentation. Strong communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and prior experience in a similar healthcare role are essential for this position.
The role operates primarily during standard office hours (Monday to Friday, 9-5) and is part of NHS Scotland's transition to a 37-hour full-time workweek beginning April 2024, with adjustments made for any services unable to meet this immediately. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde values diversity and encourages applications from all community sectors, including candidates from the Armed Forces Community.
The role operates primarily during standard office hours (Monday to Friday, 9-5) and is part of NHS Scotland's transition to a 37-hour full-time workweek beginning April 2024, with adjustments made for any services unable to meet this immediately. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde values diversity and encourages applications from all community sectors, including candidates from the Armed Forces Community.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
The shift pattern is Predominately 9-5 Monday-Friday
NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Forensic Directorate of Mental Health and Learning Disabilities. We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to undertake the role of Personal Assistant. The successful candidate will support the Operational Management Team by providing comprehensive, efficient and confidential administrative support.
The post holder will work closely with the Operational Management Team and senior staff across the organisation and act as the first point of contact for all enquiries to the department, often dealing with matters of a confidential and sensitive nature. Primary duties will include; diary management, coordinating internal and external meetings, preparation of agendas and associated documentation. The post holder will demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. They will be able to deal effectively with a number of simultaneous tasks and have the ability, commitment and judgement to ensure deadlines and actions are delivered whilst being frequently interrupted.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office is essential, as is experience of complex diary management and attending meetings for the purpose of minute taking. Previous experience within a similar/healthcare setting would be advantageous.
Informal Contact: Kirsteen Slavin, ,
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact in the first instance.
The shift pattern is Predominately 9-5 Monday-Friday
NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Forensic Directorate of Mental Health and Learning Disabilities. We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to undertake the role of Personal Assistant. The successful candidate will support the Operational Management Team by providing comprehensive, efficient and confidential administrative support.
The post holder will work closely with the Operational Management Team and senior staff across the organisation and act as the first point of contact for all enquiries to the department, often dealing with matters of a confidential and sensitive nature. Primary duties will include; diary management, coordinating internal and external meetings, preparation of agendas and associated documentation. The post holder will demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. They will be able to deal effectively with a number of simultaneous tasks and have the ability, commitment and judgement to ensure deadlines and actions are delivered whilst being frequently interrupted.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office is essential, as is experience of complex diary management and attending meetings for the purpose of minute taking. Previous experience within a similar/healthcare setting would be advantageous.
Informal Contact: Kirsteen Slavin, ,
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact in the first instance.
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