Relief Ward Clerk | York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in York is seeking a Relief Ward Clerk to provide essential administrative support across various wards. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be a team player, and possess computer skills. This role involves working in a fast-paced environment engaging with patients while accommodating shifts as required.

Benefits

Access to NHS Pension Scheme

27 days holiday rising to 33 days

Generous relocation package up to 30% of salary

Confidential support from Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts on shopping and services

Qualifications

• Previous NHS experience is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Full training will be provided on hospital computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Cover various wards across the hospital as needed.
• Engage with patients and the public in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Computer skills

Job description

Are you looking for a new challenge or career step?

Do you want to play a key role in improving the experience of our patients?

Do you want to be part of an innovative and highly motivated administrative team, making positive changes happen daily?

If so, this could be the role for you!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent Relief Ward Clerk to join our team, and work on various wards within Scarborough Hospital.

The working days are Monday to Friday, 7.5 hours per day, 08:00 - 16:00, however you may be required to work 07:00 - 15:00 or 12.00 - 20.00 occasionally depending on which ward you are covering on.

Previous applicants need not apply.

This fast paced environment provides care for patients admitted from GP consultations and clinic appointments within the hospital, and via the Emergency Department. The successful applicant will be expected to cover all wards across the hospital.

Interested applicants must have excellent communication skills, be a good team player and enjoy meeting and working with the public. Computer skills are also a requirement for the position and NHS experience would be an advantage; however, full training will be given to the successful applicant on use of the hospital computer systems.

To find out more about what it is like to work for our Trust please visit the following link:

https://yorkhospitals.pagetiger.com/hdjgxd

Our benefits


We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension fordependants

• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)

• Agenerous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k)to support with relocation expensesfor hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/managerat interview stage.

• A variety ofdifferent typesof paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave

• Confidential advice and support on personal, work,familyand relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme

• NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Workscheme

• An extensive range of learning and development opportunities

• Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring,cinemaand financefrom a rangeof providers


For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Trust Information Pack: https://yorkhospitals.pagetiger.com/hdjgxd









A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.


Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You areadvised to submityou application at the earliest opportunity


Working for the Trust


Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.


Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive fromdifferent backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:[e-mail].


As part ofseekingto become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.


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We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promoteSaBRE- Supporting Britain’s Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.



This advert closes on Tuesday 12 Aug 2025