Clerical Officer

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused health organization is seeking an enthusiastic Clerical Officer to provide vital administrative support to clinical teams and enhance patient care. Responsibilities include managing patient records, data entry, and effective communication with team members. Applicants should possess a QCF Level 2 qualification and a full driving license. The role emphasizes adaptability and responsiveness in a fast-paced environment, offering a chance to contribute to the exceptional standards of care.

Qualifications

• Recent administrative experience and versatility to take on a variety of tasks.
• Clear communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and teams across the Trust.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical teams by performing a variety of administrative duties.
• Assist with patient records, data entry, and database management.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and other teams across the Trust.

Skills

Driving license

Effective communication

IT proficiency

Ability to work under pressure

Education

QCF Level 2 qualification or equivalent

Job description

Clerical Officer

The closing date is 06 January 2026

The NHS is changing. More emphasis on community-based care means there's never been a better time to join us.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable Clerical Officer to join our professional team. We value a professional approach and fresh ideas.

Main duties of the job

Could you use your skills and experience to support the NHS to deliver great patient care? Great patient care needs great people to support clinical teams. That’s where you come in.

We are always looking for enthusiastic, responsive, and adaptable people to join our outstanding trust. As a clerical officer you will provide essential support to our frontline NHS teams, helping to deliver excellent patient care.

Patients come first and we expect all colleagues to share our passion for excellence in patient care. Although NHS experience isn’t required, you must keep that passion at the forefront of your professional activity at all times.

In this role you will have a direct impact on the patient experience and help us maintain the high standards for which we are rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC.

Please note, this vacancy does not meet the criteria for skilled worker sponsorship and therefore, we are unable to accept applications from candidates that cannot provide documentary evidence of right to work in the United Kingdom.

About us

Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we are committed to delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. Our values include compassion, aspiration, responsiveness and excellence.

We believe that commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences.

We ask for information about your protected characteristics on our application forms. This information is confidential and used only to ensure equitable access to career opportunities and support our journey to becoming a Great Place to Work.

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we encourage you to discuss a flexible working arrangement that suits you, your patients and our organisation.

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Job responsibilities

At this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts and the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB). Nursing vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses.

• Support clinical teams by performing a variety of administrative duties.
• Assist with patient records, data entry and database management.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and other teams across the Trust.
• Use IT systems and software to record and retrieve information.
• Ensure all tasks are completed accurately and in a timely manner.

Many of our roles require driving; you must hold a full UK driving licence or a EU driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) if driving is required.

We support candidates with disabilities and can make reasonable adjustments where required.

Qualifications /training

A Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Level 2 – this could be an NVQ Level 2 apprenticeship, BTEC or equivalent international qualification in healthcare, or equivalent level of experience.

Recent administrative experience and versatility to take on a variety of tasks.

Clear communication skills, both verbally and in writing.

Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and teams across the Trust.

Proficiency in using IT systems and databases.

Skills

• A full, valid driving licence and the ability to travel independently – essential for this role.
• The ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service is required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust