Clerical Officer / Typist

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Who we are

NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website: NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net).

Position

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clerical Officer / Typist within Business Administration, Mental Health Services, North Ayrshire Health & Social Care Partnership based at Ayrshire Central Hospital, Irvine.

Hours and Shift Pattern

Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday & Thursday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm and Thursday 9.00 am to 4.30 pm.

This post is offered on a Fixed Term Contract / Secondment basis for a period of 9 months.

What you will do

You will provide a comprehensive, confidential clerical and administrative support service to Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) Unscheduled Care Team.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job

You will be educated to 'O' Grade / Standard Grade Credit or National 5 in English and Maths, possess an SVQ Level II qualification in Administration or equivalent experience and have a recognised IT qualification in Microsoft Office packages. You will also have advanced keyboard skills, experience of electronic filing systems management and have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and PowerPoint. Experience of working within an NHS environment and understanding of NHS inter disciplinary networks are desirable. You will have excellent communication skills both verbal and written, have the ability to adhere to strict maintenance of confidentiality with a knowledge/understanding and compliance of General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the flexibility to adapt to changes and last minute demands.

UK Driving Licence

Full UK Driving Licence/Car Ownership is desirable as you may be required to travel across various sites/bases within Ayrshire & Arran.

Right to Work / Certificates of Sponsorship

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service. It is essential that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application form. NHS Ayrshire & Arran may be able to offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. When considering if a post meets the salary threshold for sponsorship, please note the salary advertised is based on a full time contract and must be pro rated for part time positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case by case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre employment checks. We are unable to provide sponsorship for Band 2 posts or bank contracts.

Contact

If you want to find out more about the role, please contact: Linda Grant, Business Administration Manager, Tel: 323376 or email: .