Ward Admin & ICU Support Specialist

Sussex Community; Arundel; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Sussex Community is recruiting experienced administrators to join the ICU admin team at Arundel District Hospital. The role supports the Ward Manager and Matron with a full range of clerical duties and requires strong administrative and interpersonal skills within a NHS setting.

Applicants should be ready to handle prioritised tasks, manage system updates, and assist with recruitment and staffing processes. The role is based in Sussex, with opportunities across community hospital sites.

Qualifications

• Provide administration and clerical support on the units to back up Ward Manager/Matron.
• Knowledge of NHS admin systems and clerical duties preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide administration and clerical support on the units to ensure efficient communications and processes.
• Handle routine queries and refer to senior staff as needed.
• Provide cover for other administrative staff as required by the Ward Manager.
• Demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills within a healthcare team.
• Prioritise own work and use initiative to keep admin processes flowing.
• Organise team meetings as requested and liaise across ICU groups.
• Act as SystmOne champion to disseminate system changes to staff.
• Assist with recruitment and retention processes and NHS Jobs procedures.
• Liaise with senior nursing staff about staffing requirements and booking cover.
• Place orders according to protocols and check deliveries.
• Update Healthroster as required and manage clerical data.
• Place orders for clinical supplies as directed.
• Ensure requisitions and invoices are checked and approved by managers.
• Maintain accurate computer records and information systems.
• Participate in in-service training as identified.

Job description

Sussex Community is recruiting experienced administrators to join the ICU admin team at Arundel District Hospital. The role supports the Ward Manager and Matron with a full range of clerical duties and requires strong administrative and interpersonal skills within a NHS setting.

Applicants should be ready to handle prioritised tasks, manage system updates, and assist with recruitment and staffing processes. The role is based in Sussex, with opportunities across community hospital sites.