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Job summary

Main area
Theatre
Grade
Band 3
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
050-AC862-1124
Employer
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Employer type
NHS
Site
Wrexham Maelor Hospital
Town
Wrexham
Salary
£24,433 - £26,060 per annum pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
28/11/2024 23:59

Employer heading

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board logo

Theatre Secretary

Band 3

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)  North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

The salary scale above has been agreed as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2024/2025 and will be implemented in November 2024 backdated to 1st April 2024 where applicable. 

 

Job overview

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, pro-active, and efficient individual to join the Theatre administration team.  This candidate will provide day-to-day administrative support to the Theatre Manager, Theatre Matron and Theatre Team across all theatres in the Wrexham Maelor Hospital. The post is advertised as 37.5hrs per week but we will consider a reduction in hours or a job share for the right candidate.

 

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will be expected to undertake a range of different administrative duties to support the wider Theatre team.  The duties will include the handling of sensitive, confidential information, updating operating lists, supporting staff meetings, and organising training sessions.

The post holder must be a team player, well organised and enjoy a challenge, you would be expected to communicate internally and externally in a professional way, both in person, Teams and by telephone, to ensure all relevant communications are carried out in a timely and accurate manner. We are a fast-paced environment that requires an adaptable individual who can work independently, and respond to the demands of the department.

You must have a good standard of education and excellent organisational skills. Previous experience of working within the NHS would be an advantage.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. 

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac. 

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Up to GCSE standard for Maths and English or equivalent experience
  • Required to hold NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience
Desirable criteria
  • ECDL

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Experience of office and administration procedures
Desirable criteria
  • Experience in managing diaries/appointment schedules

Aptitude & Abilities

Essential criteria
  • Ability to communicate clearly and precisely both verbally and in writing
  • Able to assess a situation and act decisively
  • Demonstrate a breadth of experience and ability to apply this to practice
  • Demonstrate recent effective contribution to multidisciplinary working
  • Able to identify links and potential problems when assessing a situation
  • Basic computer skills
  • Demonstrate a good understanding of audit and its application to use in practice
Desirable criteria
  • Ability to speak welsh
  • Experience in stock management

Values/knowledge

Essential criteria
  • IT skills to be competent using Microsoft Office (outlook, excel, word)
  • Awareness of Health & Safety Regulations
  • Good written and verbal communication

Personal Qualities/Other

Essential criteria
  • Enthusiastic, motivated and approachable
  • Ability to motivate and lead others
  • Awareness and willingness to be involved in implementing change
  • Strength of character and confidence to manage obstacles in a positive and non-threatening way
  • Committed to continuous professional development
Desirable criteria
  • Be prepared to work flexible hours
  • Travel throughout N.Wales

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Working ForwardApprenticeships logoDisability confident leaderStonewall Top 100Stop Smoking Wales is the NHS Smoking Cessation Service in WalesMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.hyderus o ran anableddTime to changeStonewall Top 100 EmployersCore principles

Applicant requirements

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Welsh language skills are desirable

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Linda Mead
Job title
Theatre Secretary
Email address
[email protected]
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