Job overview

The NHS is changing. More emphasis on community-based care means there’s never been a better time to join us.

We believe in treating the whole person, not just the condition.

We are looking for enthusiastic and adaptable Administrator to join our caring and progressive team in Herne Bay, Kent.

You will work as part of a close-knit team who are dedicated to the health and wellbeing of people in Kent.

Please note, this vacancy does not meet the criteria for skilled worker sponsorship and therefore, we are unable to accept applications from candidates that cannot provide documentary evidence of right to work in the United Kingdom.  If you feel you qualify for sponsorship via a discounted salary threshold, please contact us via [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number and how you feel you qualify for a discounted salary threshold.

Main duties of the job

Duties include:

Welcoming and recording visitors to our buildings

Answering and responding to telephone queries

Scheduling appointments and meetings

Completing administrative duties such as:

• distributing incoming/outgoing post, photocopying
• maintaining general appearance and up keep of the reception area
• ordering of office supplies and equipment and completion of standard forms, surveys and audits.
• producing and issuing already prepared letters.
• arranging interpreters

You will have exposure to sensitive information relating to client and or colleague records therefore compliance with Information governance polices and standard operating procedures is essential.

Working for our organisation

Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’ve got a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values compassionate Aspirational Responsive Excellent

We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences

We ask for information about your protected characteristics on our application forms. This isn’t visible to anyone involved with shortlisting or interviewing you, except when you choose to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability. Short listers will see two ticks alongside your application to ensure they apply the principles of the scheme to your submission

The data we collect helps us to ensure we are attracting diversity in our applicants, that all our colleagues have equitable access to career opportunities and supports us on our journey to being a Great Place to Work

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won’t involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We’ll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suits us both

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