Matron Assistant

Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a proactive, enthusiastic matron assistant to join our busy maxillofacial and orthodontic OPD team.We are looking for a well organised and motivated person, with a can do attitude and excellent interpersonal skills, to provide high quality administrative support.
.You will be required to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, supporting the matron.
You will also be required to work alongside registered general and dental nurses, Consultants and junior doctors in an outpatient setting.This may suit someone who wishes to work flexible hours to fit in with work life balance and enjoys a varied workload.Potential for further training and development for the right applicant.
Thisadministration role also provides apprenticeship opportunities with development.
For all applicants (working 18 hours per week or more) we can offer an apprenticeship programme to support them to undertake an NVQ in business Administration at NVQ Level 2 or Level 3.
This programme will take 13 months to complete and must be commenced within 3 months of the start date for the post.
Main duties of the job To undertake a range of routine administrative and secretarial tasks to provide support to the matron to ensure a smooth running of the department.The successful applicant will be responsible for arranging meetings, taking notes, support in the use of Health-roster and the recruitment electronic system, in addition to booking mandatory training and providing full administrative service to the Matron.
About us We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to workWe provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex.
We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex.
Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective.
The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'.
Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme.
This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good general education Evidence of good numeracy and literacy Typing / text processing / data entry skills to RSAII or equivalent OR Administration NVQ2 or equivalent skills Desirable GCSE level A-C including English and Maths ECDL or other recognised IT qualification Experience Essential Evidence of previous admin or secretarial experience in a busy environment Record keeping and filing systems Prioritisation of workload Desirable Previous NHS administration experience Use of computerised record systems