Ward Clerk

Priory Group; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday Holiday

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension

Flexible benefits

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal, part of the Priory Group, is looking for a Ward Clerk to join its inpatient mental health service for adults and young people. The position is based at Cheadle Royal and offers a clear path into a structured healthcare environment.

The role is full-time (37.5 hours per week) with a salary of £26,300 per year. You will support admissions, records, and day-to-day operations while maintaining confidentiality and providing a welcoming environment for patients and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative function in a similar setting.
• Experience of dealing with other organisations.

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
• Obtain patient records from other hospitals as required
• Ensure that all communication is within the boundaries of patient confidentiality
• Document information in accordance with Record keeping and Information Governance standards

Skills

Administrative function

Job description

Ward Clerk

Department: Site Support Roles

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Cheadle Royal

Compensation: £26,300 / year

Description

Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal

Salary £26,300

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal has an opportunity for a Ward Clerk to join our team. Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal, Stockport is an inpatient mental health service for young people and adults. It is accessible by public transport, with local bus routes along Wilmslow Road and Cheadle Hulme and East Didsbury railway stations approximately 1–2 miles from the service.

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
• Document information in accordance with Record keeping and Information Governance standards

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Essential for the role

• Experience in an administrative function previously ideally in a similar setting but not essential Experience of dealing with the other organisations

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.