Peri Ward Clerk

Royal Devon; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension

Cycle to work

Staff discounts

Nursery onsite

Job summary

Royal Devon is seeking an organised and approachable administrator to support Orthopaedic ward operations. You will handle clerical, administrative and receptionist duties for patients and visitors, liaising with nursing and therapy staff to ensure timely and sensitive service.

The role is 22.5 hours per week (Wed–Fri), fixed term for 12 months, with NHS inclusivity values and staff benefits. Prior NHS context is advantageous, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Proven administration experience and ability to work with the public.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills at all levels.
• Able to work independently, under pressure and in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative, clerical and receptionist support to patients and visitors.
• Liaise with clinical, nursing and therapy teams to ensure an efficient service.
• Handle general admin duties on the Orthopaedic Ward and respond to changing priorities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organised and efficient

Education

General education

Tools

Computers

Job description

We are looking for an organised and efficient person who is approachable and has excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with patients and the clinical teams.

This challenging post will offer you the opportunity to provide the Administrative Service across our busy Orthopaedic wards.

This role encompasses working within the Hospital setting whilst providing effective administration support within a multi-disciplinary team. You should be enthusiastic, hardworking and motivated and able to work independently and in pressurised situations.

About the Role

More detail about the role

You will work as part of the Orthopaedic Ward administration team covering the wards to ensure that all administration duties are performed to help support the clinical staff. You will provide administrative, clerical and receptionist services to patients and visitors calmly, sensitively and efficiently both on the telephone and in person you will be working as part of a team and in collaboration with others. You will liaise closely with nursing, therapy, medical and supporting services to provide an efficient and effective service for patients. You should be able to respond to changing priorities and have the ability to work under pressure and be an excellent team player. You will be computer literate and have experience of dealing with the general public.

You will need a good general education, proven experience in administration; a flexible ‘can do’ attitude and the ability to use your own initiative. The successful candidate will have good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels.

Working Pattern:22.5 hours per week Wednesday- Friday

Interview Date:To Be Confirmed

Please note, this is a fixed term contract for 12 months For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation TrustandNorthern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.

• Salary Band 2: £25,272 per annum pro rata
• Frequency Annual
• Vacancy Reference 185-75041-14040
• Contract Type Fixed Term
• Closing Date 2 September, 2026
• Job Category Administration