Business Support Officer
At a glance
- Band
- Band 5
- Contract
- Bank
- Pattern
- Flexible working
- Posted
- 21/09/2026
- Closes
- 28/09/2026
Sponsorship verdict
Candidates needing sponsorship are encouraged to apply.
HiveMind found a sponsorship-friendly statement in the source advert welcoming applicants who require a visa. Always confirm on the source before applying.
“Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.”Quoted verbatim from the source advert
Role summary
This role is for a Business Support Officer within the Nursing Directorate, supporting senior staff like the Chief Nurse and Director for Quality. The post holder will provide high-quality, confidential, and efficient business and administrative support, including managing diaries, producing documents, and assisting with action plans and routine reporting. The role also involves supporting Mental Health Act Team priorities and contributing to clinical quality and workforce projects. It requires working flexibly as part of the Flexi-Bank service for Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.
Key responsibilities
- Organise and manage documentation for meetings and events, including preparing agendas and minutes.
- Provide effective diary management, prioritising demands and coordinating appointments.
- Produce a wide variety of professional, accurate documents and reports using various IT packages.
- Act as a contact point, dealing with and responding effectively to complex queries from stakeholders.
- Assist with setting up and managing effective business processes to facilitate the smooth running of the Nursing directorate.
Essential criteria
- Degree or equivalent experience
- RSA 2 or 3 in Typewriting, or equivalent demonstrable competence
- Experience working as a PA at Senior level and or experience working in a similar role
- Proficient in using Microsoft packages e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel etc.
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 5 at £29,970 – £36,483 a year, across England.
Posted 1d ago · Closes in 7d
Plenty of time to prepare a strong application.
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Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust
Business Support Officer
The closing date is 28 September 2026
Job summary
Important Information for Applicants : This vacancy is for Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (SaBP).
This role is offered through Flexi-Bank, a collaborative temporary staffing service delivered in partnership between Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust. Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust acts as the host provider and manages the recruitment, onboarding and administrative processes on behalf of Surrey and Borders.
Please note that although Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust branding may appear on this advert and within the recruitment system, successful applicants for this vacancy will undertake bank shifts for Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.
Work Location: 18 Mole Business Park, Randalls Rd, Leatherhead KT22 7AD
Why join Flexi -Bank?
Work flexibly - choose shifts that suit your lifestyle and availability
Access more opportunities - pick up shifts across mental health and community
Get paid fairly and on time - competitive rates and fast access to earnings through Stream
Stay supported - benefit from training, development and guidance from our dedicated Temporary Staffing Team
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