Job overview

The Obstetric & Gynaecology Team are looking for an Apprentice Secretary to join their team. The team currently consists of 1 Team Leader, 1 Secretary and 1 Clinic Typist. The Obstetric & Gynaecology Clinical Team are made up of 10 Consultants, Registrars and Junior Doctors

Once trained you will be expected to provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the Gynaecology & Obstetrics team in order to facilitate the smooth, efficient and effective running of all elements of the service. All secretaries appointed to the Directorate have a shared responsibility to service the needs of the Directorate as appropriate.

To act as a point of contact for patients/carers and other health professionals. Dealing with queries, providing information and escalating to the clinical team where appropriate. This will require a caring and empathetic approach and it will necessitate establishing communication networks with the team and with other appropriate health care professionals, both internal and external to the organisation. 

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will undertake a level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship alongside their role, they will have one day per week protected study time to complete assignments and attend classes with their tutor.  

To act as a point of contact for patients/carers and other health professionals. Dealing with queries, providing information and escalating to the clinical team where appropriate. This will require a caring and empathetic approach and it will necessitate establishing communication networks with the team and with other appropriate health care professionals, both internal and external to the organisation.

To work with the clinical and managerial teams to maintain and support departmental / divisional practice and procedures to ensure that both operational targets and quality standards are achieved.

To provide cover for members of the secretarial team during periods of leave or absence.

Working for our organisation

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.

Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.

Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.