Ward Clerk

NHS; Bangor; Híbrido; GBP 29.000 - 35.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales in Bangor is seeking a Ward Clerk to provide efficient clerical support to the unit, enabling smooth admission, discharge and transfer of patients.

The role requires strict confidentiality, strong communication, and Welsh language ability; you will maintain ward documentation, prepare nursing reports, and handle statutory documents under the Mental Health Act. Part-time 30 hours a week; salary £26,300 per annum pro rata.

Formación

• Ability to communicate effectively in English and Maths to GCSE level.
• Welsh language skills Level 3-5 required for the post.
• RSA 1 or equivalent experience is desirable.
• NVQ II or equivalent qualification is expected.

Responsabilidades

• Complete routine ward documentation including statistics such as training and sickness.
• Type comprehensive nursing reports for Managers’ Hearings/Review Tribunals.
• Process statutory documentation under the Mental Health Act.
• Handle ward documentation including Admissions and Discharges.

Conocimientos

Verbal communication

Telephone manner

Interpersonal skills

Organisation skills

Hospital computer systems

Educación

GCSE English & Maths

Welsh language (Level 3-5)

RSA 1 or equivalent

NVQ II

Descripción del empleo

Main area Women's Services Grade Band 2 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 30 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Job ref 050-AC283-0726W-B

Employer Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Employer type NHS Site Ysbyty Gwynedd Town Bangor Salary £26,300 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 10/11/2026 23:59

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job overview

The Ward Clerk will give efficient clerical assistance to the Unit. The provision of an efficient clerical service is essential to ensure the speedy admission, discharge, and transfer of patients.

By the nature of the duties, the Ward Clerk will be required to maintain strict confidentiality and will be expected to deal with patients and relatives with courtesy and discretion at all times.

The ability to speak Welsh is essential for this post.

Main duties of the job

Complete routine ward documentation which will include: training statistics, bank usage statistics, sickness statistics etc.

Type comprehensive nursing reports in preparation for Managers’ Hearings/ Review Tribunals.

Processing of statutory documentation in relation to the Mental Health Act.

Processing of ward documentation e.g. Admissions and Discharges.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

• Able to demonstrate English and Mathematics to GCSE level or equivalent level
• Welsh language skills Level 3-5
• RSA 1 or equivalent experience
• NVQ II

Experience

• Significant and relevant work/social experience which has utilised skills and knowledge that could be of benefit to the post
• General Clerical Experience
• Previous experience in a care environment

Aptitude and Abilities

• Good verbal communication skills with good telephone manner
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise work
• Knowledge of hospital computer systems

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

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.