Job overview

**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the ‘ECT Family’ this includes current East Cheshire NHS Trust employees, both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**

Are you reliable, motivated, enthusiastic and looking for a new challenge?

 An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our busy midwifery team as a Ward Clerk.

This role requires individuals to work as a proactive member of the ward team and to undertake a range of duties to assist the ward team in maintaining the smooth running of the clinical area. 

Applicants require a good level of education, be reliable, and committed to supporting delivering excellent maternity care. Basic knowledge of antenatal care and maternity services would be advantageous and recent experience with a variety of IT systems is essential. 

 Hours per week:  30

Overseas candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a CoS for the post by assessing their circumstances against criteria specified on the Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Main duties of the job

The post holder will liaise with and provide the multidisciplinary team with timely and accurate information required to support and maintain patient flow, under the direction of the ward manager.

 To provide clerical support to the maternity unit, managing all relevant returns, filing and answering the telephone. To work as an effective member of the team, liaising with all midwifery and medical staffing on clerical and information matters within the area of responsibility.

To use initiative in organising all workloads to ensure efficient time management and to provide the initial point of contact for visitors to the ward.

To operate and monitor security systems and assist with security monitoring in the department.

Working for our organisation

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.

Please be aware that this post requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.