Ward Clerk

Priory Group; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday holiday

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Hospital Kemple View has an opportunity for a Ward Clerk to join our team. The role is offered on a Part Time basis, working 32 hours per week, located in Blackburn, Lancashire.

Priory Hospital Kemple View is a 90-bed facility offering level 2 rehabilitation and secure services for adult males with mental health conditions. You’ll support the hospital’s smooth operation by handling admissions, records, and communications while maintaining confidentiality and patient-centred care.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Excellent telephone, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Strong customer-focused approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Flexible and adaptable approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare admission packs.
• Record patient admissions and discharges on the relevant IT systems.
• Arrange sick certificates for patients on admission and throughout their stay as required.
• Obtain patient records from other hospitals as required.
• Ensure that all communication is within the boundaries of patient confidentiality, and seek guidance when unsure.
• Support day-to-day operations to ensure smooth running of the hospital.

Skills

English language proficiency

Microsoft Office

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Customer focus

Independence & teamwork

Confidentiality & boundaries

Flexibility

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ward Clerk

Department: Site Support Roles

Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Kemple View

Compensation: £22,443 / year

Description

Priory Hospital Kemple View
£22,442.67 per annum

Part Time – 32 hours per week

Priory Hospital Kemple View has an opportunity for a Ward Clerk to join our team. This role is offered on a Part Time basis working 32 hours per week.

Located in Blackburn, Lancashire, Priory Hospital Kemple View is a 90-bedded hospital, offering level 2 rehabilitation, and secure services, for adult males. We can support people with a mental health condition and/or a personality disorder.

What you'll be doing

You’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the hospital and to support the wellbeing of our patients. While your role doesn’t involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.

• Prepare admission packs
• Record patient admissions and discharges on the relevant IT systems
• Arrange sick certificates for patients on admission and throughout their stay as required
• Obtain patient records from other hospitals as required
• Ensure that all communication is within the boundaries of patient confidentiality, and seek guidance when unsure

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Essential for the role

• Excellent written and spoken English
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• Excellent telephone, verbal and interpersonal skills
• Strong customer-focused approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries
• Flexible and adaptable approach

The following experience would be beneficial

• Previous experience in an administrative role
• Experience within a healthcare or similar setting
• Experience dealing with external organisations
• Experience handling confidential records and information

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Birthday Holiday - your birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.