Admin Assistant | University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

University College London Hospital; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS hospital in London seeks a full-time Administration Assistant for the Diabetes and Endocrine administration team. Ideal candidates should have excellent communication and IT skills, as well as the ability to manage a busy workload. This is an excellent opportunity for those starting or continuing a career in NHS administration. The position offers flexible working and support from a friendly team.

Benefits

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Proactive approach to tasks.
• Previous office experience required.
• NHS experience desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for patients and staff.
• Manage a busy and varied workload.
• Work closely with clinical and administrative teams.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

IT skills

Ability to prioritize workload

Interpersonal skills

Job description

The Medical Specialties Division is seeking a full-time Administration Assistant to join the Diabetes and Endocrine administration team at University College London Hospital.

The ideal candidate should be proactive, possess excellent communication skills, have good IT skills, and be able to prioritize workload effectively for themselves and others to adapt to changing demands within the team and service.

The role involves working closely with administrative and clinical teams, including nursing and medical staff, allied health professionals, and support workers. You will be the first point of contact (both verbally and in writing) for patients, relatives, GPs, and other external hospital staff or tertiary referrers.

Previous NHS experience is desirable but not essential; experience in an office environment is required.

Due to high application volume, the closing date for this advert has been moved earlier to 26-JUL-2025 at 17:00.

The post requires the ability to manage a busy and varied workload. Excellent written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills are essential for success in this role.

This position offers a great opportunity for those starting a career in NHS administration or seeking a new challenge within the NHS. You will be supported by an experienced and friendly team.

UCLH is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a diverse population with a range of acute and specialist services across eight sites, including University College Hospital and others. We are committed to delivering high-quality patient care, education, and research.

For the full Person Specification and detailed responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Join the best NHS trust in England to work for, as rated in the latest NHS staff survey, with high staff recommendations for the third consecutive year.

UCLH supports flexible working. For more information, visit: Flexible working. To learn more about working at UCLH, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

This advert closes on Saturday, 26 July 2025.