The role requires a reliable team player with a desire to contribute positively to patient care within a hospital environment. Applicants should ideally have prior experience in a relevant setting and will be encouraged to pursue further training related to the role. Working hours are Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 17:00, and the position may offer development opportunities to support career progression. The Trust values inclusivity and diversity, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Benefits include competitive annual leave, a robust pension scheme, and various employee discounts and development programs.
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For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
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More detail about the role
We have a post available at 37.5 hours per week. The department is staffed Monday to Friday between . (hours to be discussed in interview). The post-holder will have on-going support from the Clinical Nurse Specialist Fast Track Nurses and the Admin Line Manager and they would be expected to provide cross-cover within the team and to provide cover absence. This is a fun dynamic team to work in.
You must be highly motivated with excellent communication skills, an ability to use your own initiative and work well under pressure. You will be adaptable, proactive, reliable and an excellent team member with good secretarial qualifications and/or experience. Knowledge of working in a hospital environment and being proactive and organised is desirable. You will be working with a wide range of people and communicating with people across the Trust.
Applicants will be encouraged to undergo any courses relating to the role to advance them.
Here at the Royal Devon University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, our aim is to enrich patient care by promoting clinically excellent outcomes.
Our vision is to provide safe, high quality seamless services delivered with courtesy and respect. To achieve our vision we expect all our staff to uphold our Trust values. Our Trust values are:
Compassion
Inclusion
Integrity
Empowerment
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday between the hours of 08.00-17.00. This is full-time post and part-time will not be considered.
Interview Date: Monday 24th February 2025
For further information please contact: Sally-Anne Long, Admin Line Manager on or
Please note, this is a fixed term contract until 03/04/2026. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
Car lease schemes.
The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
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