Estates Administrative Assistant

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the Estates Directorate. This role involves administering the Salto access control system, providing administrative assistance, and ensuring efficient reception services. Candidates should possess strong keyboard skills and experience with filing systems.

Qualifications

• Experience with filing systems required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is essential.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Salto access control system cards.
• Provide administrative support to the Estates team and act as the first point of contact for enquiries.

Skills

Keyboard skills

Flexibility

Initiative

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Overview

The Trust's aim is always to put patients at the heart of everything we do and is guided by the principles and Trust values developed by our staff. In line with this vision, the Estates Directorate are seeking to recruit an Administrative Assistant who exemplifies the values to join our team.

You will help to support and administer the Salto access control system cards, a new system being implemented in the Trust.

You will work independently to provide administrative support to the Estates team, acting as the first point of contact for enquiries from ‘end-users’ of the Estates services via the Helpdesk.

You will also help cover to ensure an efficient Reception/’Front of House’ service is provided for the Estates Department, including implementing ‘Contractor Control’ procedures, and issuing Staff ID badges and access control cards.

The successful applicant will have a positive can-do attitude, demonstrate flexibility and initiative when handling various administrative duties, and have experience with filing systems.

Applicants should possess developed keyboard skills and a good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Main duties of the job

You will support and administer the Salto access control system cards, providing administrative support to the Estates team, including typing, word processing, distributing, and filing documents. You will also act as the first point of contact for enquiries from ‘end-users’ of the Estates services via the Helpdesk and associated software.

Working for our organisation

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.

We're on a mission to provide high-quality, safe care to our patients in an environment our staff are proud to work in.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is a commitment we uphold daily. Guided by our core Values—Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted—we aim to make a real difference in the lives of patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team dedicated to continuous improvement, join us and help us make a difference!