Job Overview
This is a part‑time Ward Clerk position (27.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 9am–3pm) at Rhodes Wood Hospital, a specialist inpatient eating disorder service. The role supports the multidisciplinary team by providing day‑to‑day administrative support for the wards
Job Responsibilities
- Update service users’ information, manage the ward diary and timetables, and take minutes.
- Arrange meetings, type up correspondence and documentation, and support the admin team with clerical and typing duties.
- Use information technology to produce documents and electronic records, including managing data in database and rostering applications.
- Maintain and update filing and record‑keeping systems, primary nurse lists, ward posters, and other administrative materials.
- Answer and direct calls as required; assist wards with stationery, recording medical appointments, and liaising to keep the Shared Calendar up to date.
- Communicate with service users and staff, gather information as needed, and exercise judgment to maintain accurate administrative records.
- Respond to occasional challenging situations with professionalism and discretion.
Qualifications
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programmes.
- Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Adaptable and open to changes in service provision.
- Ability to prioritise work within established procedures and to refer more complex issues to the relevant manager.
- Experience with database applications and electronic rostering systems is beneficial.
Location
Shepherds Way, Brookmans Park, Hatfield, AL9 6NN – Rhodes Wood Hospital, which delivers specialist inpatient eating disorder care to children and young people aged 12 to 18.
Salary & Benefits
- Annual base salary of £25,058 (Pro Rata Salary is £18,375.50).
- 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus birthday off, with the option to buy additional days.
- Career development and training to support professional growth.
- Access to the Rewards & Benefits platform Ely‑Vate, Blue Light Card offers, Life Assurance, and instant wage access through Stream.
- 24/7 GP service, enhanced maternity package, pension contribution, subsidised meals, and onsite free parking.
- Wellbeing support and activities for a healthy work‑life balance.
About the Employer
Elysium Healthcare (part of Ramsay Health Care) employs over 8,000 staff across a network of 80+ services in England and Wales, covering mental health, neurological, learning disabilities, autism, children and education services.
Equality, Diversity, and Safety
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment practices, is a Disability Confident employer and is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.
Background Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DRS) check.
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