Ward Clerk
At a glance
- Band
- Band 3
- Contract
- Fixed-term
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Hours / week
- 37.5
- Posted
- 11/09/2026
- Closes
- 25/09/2026
Sponsorship verdict
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Role summary
This Ward Administration Officer role, Band 3, is full-time (37.5 hours) based at Langdale ward, Dorothy Pattison Hospital. The post holder will provide integral administrative support to an inpatient ward, ensuring its smooth and accurate running. The role involves managing electronic recording systems, supporting admissions and discharges, and handling general office duties. A flexible and enthusiastic attitude is essential for this varied position.
Essential criteria
- Experience of working in similar role (12 months)
- Good understanding of data protection and patient confidentiality
- Ability to prioritise workload and be flexible to service need
- Have good time management
- Accurate record keeping
- Have good communication skills both verbal and written
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of RiO or Carenotes
- Knowledge of Trust electronic systems
- Experience of working in cashiers
- Experience of working in similar role (12 months)
- Good understanding of data protection and patient confidentiality
- Ability to prioritise workload and be flexible to service need
- Have good time management
- Accurate record keeping
- Have good communication skills both verbal and written
- Knowledge of RiO or Carenotes
- Knowledge of Trust electronic systems
- Experience of working in cashiers
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 3 at £24,625 – £25,674 a year, across England.
This advert: £25,760 – £27,476 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Ward Clerk
The closing date is 25 September 2026
Job summary
Ward Administration Officer - Band 3
Full Time (37.5 hours) based at Langdale ward, Dorothy Pattison Hospital, Alumwell Close, Walsall, WS2 9XH.
The Ward Clerk role is integral to the smooth and accurate running of an inpatient ward. The post holder will be part of a Team that aim to provide care and treatment to adults requiring support. The role is varied and a flexible enthusiastic attitude is essential to this post.
The successful candidate will enjoy working in busy environments, and have the ability to manage their own workload,
Applicant must be able to demonstrate at a least 12 months experience of working within a similar role within NHS or Private sector.
Unable to support sponsorship at this moment and time within BCHFT.
Main duties of the job
Providing full administrative support to acute mental health inpatient ward, including, keeping electronic recording systems up to date and accurate. Following processes to support admissions and discharges to the ward. Functional admin duties to ensure a smooth running of the ward including maintaining stationery, printing, photocopying, filing, handling post, taking calls and messages. Providing cover for annual leave and occasions of unplanned leave.
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