Job summary
- Main area
- Reception/ Admin Support
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 2
- Contract
- Secondment: 6 months
- Hours
- Part time - 20 hours per week (Mon- Fri 09:00-17:00 (Inc bank holidays))
- Job ref
- 383-FAC-5898-25
- Employer
- Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Carsington Unit, Kingsway Hospital
- Town
- Derby
- Salary
- £24,465 pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 03/08/2025 23:59
Employer heading

Receptionist/Admin Support
NHS AfC: Band 2
Want to make a real difference and have a truly rewarding career? Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of ‘making a positive difference in people's lives’.
We’ve been rated ‘good’ overall by the CQC, with some outstanding services. The CQC commented at our most recent inspection on how our colleagues “treated patients with compassion and kindness” and “felt positive and proud about working for the trust.
We are passionate about making equality, diversity and inclusion part of our DNA. We take pride in our “People First Culture” which creates a workplace where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging, difference is celebrated, and people are comfortable to bring their whole selves to work. We value the richness that comes from having colleagues that are fully representative of the local community. We welcome people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, protected characteristics, and with all backgrounds and experiences.
Job overview
An excellent opportunity has arisen to work as a Receptionist and admin support worker at our Kingsway hospital site.
We are looking for a proactive and organized individual to serve as the first point of contact for our hospital wards ensuring visitors and patients are warmly welcomed and supported. The role encompasses a diverse range of responsibilities, offering an engaging and rewarding work environment.
Main duties of the job
Please see the attached job description for further information regarding the main duties of this job.
Working for our organisation
Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of ‘making a positive difference in people's lives’.
CQC rated us as 'GOOD’ overall, commenting on how our colleagues “treated patients with compassion and kindness” and “felt positive and
proud about working for the trust.”
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Front Desk Management
- Greet visitors and patients professionally and courteously, creating a welcoming atmosphere.
-Telephone and Inquiry Handling. Responding to telephone calls promptly, ensuring inquiries are handled with efficiency and professionalism.
-Relay messages accurately in accordance with Trust Policies and Procedures.
-Assist with administrative tasks, including room bookings, data input, and word processing, to ensure smooth ward operations.
-Provide general office support, such as filing, document preparation, and managing correspondence.
-Coordinate transportation services as needed.
-Act as a communication link between the ward and services such as Estates, Porters, and IT, reporting and following up on any issues.
-Provide support during staff absences by adapting to changing priorities and ensuring continuity of service.
Skills and Attributes Required
To excel in this role, you should:
-Possess strong organizational and communication skills.
-Demonstrate professionalism in dealing with patients, staff, and external agencies.
-Be proficient in administrative tools, such as word processing and data input.
This position offers a fulfilling experience where no two days are the same. You will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our facility and in delivering exceptional service to all visitors and staff.
Person specification
Skills
Essential criteria
- Communication Skills
Desirable criteria
- Telephony experience
Experience
Essential criteria
- Front of house experience
Desirable criteria
- Previous admin experience
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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Sanya Asghar
- Job title
- Switchboard & Reception Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07867287468
If you have problems applying, contact
- Address
-
Recruitment Team
- Telephone
- 01332 564856 option 1, option 1 (please note, my normal working days are Mon-Thu)
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