Secretary / PA in St Albans inSt Albans PUBLISHED WED 11 DEC 2024 Jump to job information section
Job description
We are looking to recruit for a PA/Secretary.
You will lead in the provision of a comprehensive, professional, effective secretarial and administrative service
You will be the first point of reference for our senior management team and as such must display must possess mature judgement and maintain a calm, friendly and efficient manner when dealing colleagues and visitors.
You will be required to work independently using initiative, and applying a high degree of confidentiality to all of their work. To undertake duties without direct supervision, working within broad procedural guidelines.
We provide mental health and social care services - including Adults of Working Age, Older Adults, Children and Adolescents and Specialist Learning Disabilities services.
The Trust works in close partnership with Hertfordshire County Council and also with other NHS organisations to promote and support mental health in the community. We also provide specialist learning disability services in Norfolk and North Essex.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Please be aware that this role is NOT eligible for Sponsorship
If you already work for HPFT on a health and care visa, you will NOT be able to transfer your visa to this role as this role is NOT eligible for Sponsorship
Responsibility for ensuring all correspondence is accurately and appropriately presented.
To be highly skilled and experienced in the full range of secretarial work practices, software program's.
To use proficient internet skills to access, search and retrieve data.
To use appropriate software and equipment on a daily basis to create a variety of documents to meet the diverse needs of the managers.
Advanced keyboard skills to be used to provide accurate and timely reports
About us
To transcribe formal minutes of meetings and distribute and store/file as necessary.
To support the managers in the interview process, dealing with associated paperwork.
To be responsible for the accurate storage and retrieval of information according to the Data Protection Act 1984 and Freedom of Information Act 2000
To use knowledge, and experience to meet the needs of the service by completing tasks on a daily basis
To update skills as necessary and attend mandatory training
For a more detailed description, please see attached Job and Person Specification before applying
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
Benefits are provided by the employer and will be confirmed during your application.
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