222272 - Business Support Assistant (Cha)

NHS Lothian; Bonnyrigg; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated public health organization in Bonnyrigg is seeking a part-time Business Support Assistant to provide crucial administrative support to tobacco control teams. The ideal candidate will have strong administrative skills, experience with IT and calendar management, and excellent interpersonal abilities. This role involves regular travel to various health sites and aims to enhance public health initiatives in Lothian.

Qualifications

• Administrative experience in a health or public sector environment is desirable.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Familiarity with the National Smoking Cessation database is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Quit Your Way Tobacco Control Team.
• Update the National Smoking Cessation database.
• Support delivery of high-quality services to patients.
• Work closely with senior managers.

Skills

Good administrative and clerical skills

Experience with IT

Calendar management

Good interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Standard software

Job description

Post: Business Support Assistant

Location:

Bonnyrigg Health Centre. There will also be regular travel to the Acute Site Royal Infirmary and Royal Edinburgh Hospital (office base).

Additional Responsibilities:

Expectation to cross cover other acute/office sites across NHS Lothian.

Equality and Diversity:

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We aim for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Application Process:

Please note: we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications are received. Please complete and submit your application early.

Support for Candidates:

We fully support disabled candidates, candidates with long-term conditions, or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.

Legal Requirements:

To work in the UK, individuals must demonstrate relevant permission to work, granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service. Further information is available in the vacancy details.

Criminal Records Check:

Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check. If the role is 'regulated', appointment will be subject to joining the PVG Scheme. Changes will be confirmed by the Hiring Manager or Recruitment Team.

Salary:

This is a part-time role; salary will be pro-rata.

Role Overview:

An exciting opportunity within the Department of Public Health for admin support to the Healthy Respect and Quit Your Way Tobacco Control Teams. The department aims to improve public health in Lothian.

Candidate Requirements:

The candidate should have good administrative and clerical skills, experience with IT, calendar management, and knowledge of standard software. Good interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills are essential. The role offers support and development in administrative skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the Quit Your Way Tobacco Control Team.
• Update the National Smoking Cessation database with performance data.
• Support the delivery of high-quality services to patients.
• Work closely with senior managers and practitioners.

Location and Travel:

Based in Bonnyrigg Health Centre, with travel to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh required.

Additional Information:

Further details are available in the job description and person specification. For questions, please contact the provided contact details.