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Job summary

Main area
Administration
Grade
3
Contract
Fixed term: 12 months (N/A)
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week (N/A)
Job ref
188-THQ1141024
Employer
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
University Hospital Southampton
Town
Southampton
Salary
£24,071 - £25,674 £24071 to £25674 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
24/11/2024 23:59

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University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust logo

Medical Education Administrator (Maternity Cover)

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Job overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Open only to applicants from Hampshire & Isle of Wight NHS system, which is limited to Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB, Southern Health FT, Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trust, University Hospital Southampton FT, Solent NHS Trust, South Central Ambulance Service or Hampshire Hospitals FT.

Main duties of the job

We have an exciting opportunity for a Medical Education Administration (Maternity Cover) within the Medical Education Team University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.

This maternity cover position will be full time (37.5h) to allow for crossover between the current team and flexibility in the job role.

The Medical Education is made up of programme coordinators and the Medical Education Team Leader.  The team co-ordinates initiatives related to supporting all doctors in training and resident doctors within UHS with their educational and developmental needs and work closely with both internal and external stakeholders of all grades.

We are looking for someone with good communication, organisation skills and the ability to prioritise your workload is essential for this role. You will need to have an accurate and systematic approach to your work and attention to detail. Effective communication skills are crucial as you will liaise with a variety of people including Junior doctors and consultants. 

Working for our organisation

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. 

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.  

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting. 

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached. 

Person specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential criteria
  • Good standard of secondary education with literacy and numeracy skills demonstrable to GSCE pass level or equivalent standard.
  • NVQ Level 3 in Business Admin or equivalent level of experience.
  • RSA 2 word processing/typing or equivalent experience
  • Proficient in all aspects of Microsoft Office.
  • Experience as a Receptionist or Admin Assistant linked to a clinical service or customer focused environment
  • Administrative and organisational experience.
Desirable criteria
  • Courses / further study attended to demonstrate evidence of personal development.
  • Diploma level qualification or equivalent experience.
  • RSA 3
  • Proficient in the use of all hospital computerised patient systems.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Apprenticeships logoNo smoking policyArmed Forces Covenant (Silver Award)Care quality commission - GoodDisability confident employerInclusion UK

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Dale Simmonds
Job title
Medical Education Team Leader
Email address
[email protected]
Additional information

Dale Simmonds
Medical Education Team Leader023 8120 4334 option 3
[email protected]

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