Clinical Coding Support Officer

Wales; Newport; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, Royal Gwent Hospital, Newport, is seeking a part-time Clinical Coding Support Officer (18 hours/week) on a fixed-term 12-month basis. Salary £26,300 per annum pro rata, with Welsh language considerations and flexible working discussions.

The role supports casenote handling and coding department operations. Applicants should have a good standard of secondary education, basic keyboard skills, and the ability to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Good organisational skills.
• Basic keyboard skills.
• Ability to work to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• To assist in locating casenotes required by The Clinical Coding Department.
• To work closely with Clinical Coding Co-ordinator and all Clinical Coding staff.
• To develop good working relationships with secretarial and other staff who handle health records.
• To assist in the tracking of casenotes into and out of The Coding Department.
• To return casenotes to other departments where applicable.
• To provide annual leave/sickness cover for the Clinical Coding Support Officer.
• Maintain Confidentiality, adhering to the guidelines laid down by The Information Governance Department.

Skills

Organisation

Keyboard skills

Deadlines

Education

Secondary education

Tools

WPAS

Job description

Main area Clinical Coding Grade NHS AfC: Band 2 Contract 12 months (Fixed term) Hours Part time - 18 hours per week (The working pattern is flexible and can be agreed across any weekdays, from Monday to Friday) Job ref 040-AC423-0926

Site Royal Gwent Hospital Town Newport Salary £26,300 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 30/09/2026 23:59

We encourage applications from all with protected characteristics, including disabled and neurodiverse candidates and from those in the Armed Forces Community. Applicantsare invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted through the medium of Welsh will not be treated less favourably than applications made in English.

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Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should it be filled via the internal redeployment process

Job overview

We are seeking to recruit a Clinical Coding Support Officer to join the Clinical Coding Department at the Royal Gwent Hospital. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking part-time employment that can be worked around other commitments, while also providing valuable exposure to and experience within the field of Clinical Coding.

This post is a fixed term/secondment for 12 months until 30th Sept 2027 to meet the needs of the service. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

• To assist in the location of casenotes required by The Clinical Coding Department.
• To work closely with Clinical Coding Co-ordinator and all Clinical Coding staff.
• To develop good working relationships with secretarial and other staff who handle health records.
• To assist in the tracking of casenotes into and out of The Coding Department.
• To return casenotes to other departments where applicable.
• To provide annual leave/sickness cover for the Clinical Coding Support Officer.
• Maintain Confidentiality, adhering to the guidelines laid down by The Information Governance Department.

Working for our organisation

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long‑term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Person specification

Skills & Attributes

• Good organisational skills
• Basic keyboard skills
• Ability to work to deadlines

Qualification & Experience

• Good standard of secondary education.
• Use of WPAS
• Experienced in a hospital environment

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self‑assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Name Nathan Stevens Job title Clinical Coding Operational Support Manager Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01633 656218 Additional information Block 10 Clinical Coding Royal Gwent Hospital