Flexibility in working hours allows for a better work-life balance with zero hour contracts.
Opportunity to gain diverse administrative experience across various roles and departments within a respected NHS Foundation Trust.
No long-term commitment required, with placements typically lasting up to 3 months, providing an opportunity for short-term work.
Competitive pay rate based on a whole-time equivalent of £22,369, which can be pro-rated to accommodate flexible hours worked.
The role encourages personal and professional growth through exposure to different administrative tasks such as data input, secretarial support, and meeting arrangements.
Availability to work predominantly during weekdays from 08:00 to 18:00, making it suitable for individuals with daytime commitments.
A chance to contribute to the healthcare sector, supporting the delivery of vital services within the community.
The University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust is seeking motivated individuals for the role of Flexible Clerical Worker. This position operates on a zero-hours contract, with work primarily scheduled from 08:00 to 18:00, Monday to Friday, for a maximum of three months. Candidates should have good availability during these hours, as weekend and evening shifts are rare. Key responsibilities include various administrative tasks such as telephone work, managing shared mailboxes, data entry, reception duties, secretarial support, and meeting arrangements. Pay is based on a full-time equivalent of £22,369, pro-rated for hours worked. Applicants can apply via the TRAC Recruitment Site.
Flexibility in working hours allows for a better work-life balance with zero hour contracts.
Opportunity to gain diverse administrative experience across various roles and departments within a respected NHS Foundation Trust.
No long-term commitment required, with placements typically lasting up to 3 months, providing an opportunity for short-term work.
Competitive pay rate based on a whole-time equivalent of £22,369, which can be pro-rated to accommodate flexible hours worked.
The role encourages personal and professional growth through exposure to different administrative tasks such as data input, secretarial support, and meeting arrangements.
Availability to work predominantly during weekdays from 08:00 to 18:00, making it suitable for individuals with daytime commitments.
A chance to contribute to the healthcare sector, supporting the delivery of vital services within the community.
Flexible Clerical Worker
Zero hours per week - As and When Required Working Arrangements Standard Working Arrangements are £22369 Whole Time Equivalent pro-rated
We are looking for highly motivated, hardworking individuals to join our administration and clerical bank to provide a high quality administration service to users across all UHDB sites.
Our placements are generally for a maximum of 3 months in duration, with most requiring a commitment to work between the hours of 08:00 - 18:00 Monday to Friday - work patterns vary from full to part time hours. We are keen to encourage applicants with good levels of availability during these hours, as weekend and evening placements are rarely available.
Examples of duties include a wide variety of administration duties according to the role being covered and may include telephone work, monitoring and management of shared mailboxes, data input, reception work, secretarial support, arranging meetings and preparation of documentation.
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1. Can you describe your current availability, and how do you plan to accommodate the flexible working hours required for this role?
2. This position entails working on an as-needed basis. How do you prioritise your commitments to ensure you can be available when required?
3. Could you provide examples of your previous administrative experience and how it has prepared you for this role?
4. What administrative software or systems are you proficient in, and how have you used them in your past roles?
5. This role involves a significant amount of telephone work and email correspondence. How do you ensure effective communication with colleagues and users?
1. Can you describe your current availability, and how do you plan to accommodate the flexible working hours required for this role?
2. This position entails working on an as-needed basis. How do you prioritise your commitments to ensure you can be available when required?
3. Could you provide examples of your previous administrative experience and how it has prepared you for this role?
4. What administrative software or systems are you proficient in, and how have you used them in your past roles?
5. This role involves a significant amount of telephone work and email correspondence. How do you ensure effective communication with colleagues and users?
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Useful skills for a Flexible Clerical Worker:
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To work as a Flexible Clerical Worker in the UK, you should possess a variety of skills that will enable you to perform various administrative tasks effectively in a dynamic work environment. Here are some key skills and qualifications often required for this role:
1. Organizational Skills: Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
2. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills for liaising with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.
3. Attention to Detail: Precision in handling data entry, documentation, and ensuring accuracy in all tasks.
4. IT Skills: Proficiency in using office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite), email, and other relevant software, along with basic knowledge of database management and spreadsheets.
5. Customer Service Skills: Ability to interact positively and professionally with customers and clients.
6. Problem-Solving Abilities: Aptitude for identifying issues and finding efficient solutions.
7. Flexibility and Adaptability: Willingness to take on various roles and tasks as needed, and ability to adapt to changing work environments.
8. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and support team objectives.
9. Numeracy Skills: Basic mathematical skills for handling invoices, budgets, and financial records.
10. Confidentiality: Understanding the importance of data protection and maintaining confidentiality.
11. Filing and Record-Keeping: Experience in organizing and maintaining physical and electronic filing systems.
12. Basic Project Management Skills: Ability to assist with project coordination and tracking progress.
13. Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal abilities to build effective working relationships.
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