Ward Clerk - Ceiriog Ward

NHS; Chirk; On-site; GBP 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Wales is seeking a Ward Clerk for Ceiriog Ward in Chirk Community Hospital. The role involves providing clerical support to nursing staff, being the first point of contact for patients and visitors, and maintaining confidentiality while supporting the delivery of high-quality service. The ideal candidate will have previous clerical experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. This part-time, permanent position offers a salary of £24,833 per annum, pro rata.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Training provided

Engagement in local health care

Qualifications

• Previous clerical/office experience is essential.
• Ability to communicate information clearly and sensitively.
• Knowledge of patient confidentiality is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical support to nursing staff on the Ward.
• Act as the first point of contact for patients and visitors.
• Maintain accurate records and perform administrative duties.

Skills

Clerical support

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

GCSE C in English & Maths or equivalent

RSA 1 or Equivalent

Tools

WPAS User

Oracle

Job description

Job summary

Welsh language Skills need to be learnt when appointed to the post.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Ward Clerk to join the team on Ceiriog Ward in Chirk Community Hospital.

To work as a member of a team providing an efficient and comprehensive clerical support service for the Ward thereby supporting the delivery of high quality service to patients and staff within the department.

This is a very rewarding but also very busy role and would suit someone who can stay calm under pressure in challenging situations, whilst carrying out a variety of tasks as no two days are the same.

This is a great opportunity to work in and be part of the NHS and support your communities with their Health Care.

The ability to speak Welsh is essential for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for patients, relatives and visitors to the Ward and must demonstrate a professional and sensitive manner and maintain confidentiality at all times.

Working as part of the Ward Team, the post holder will be required to give efficient clerical support to the nursing staff on the Ward.

Administration duties specific to the role are:

• Providing clerical support as required e.g., admitting and discharging patients on the WPAS system, typing, data input, scanning, telephone duties, generic inbox management, liaison with patients and colleagues, appointment and diary management, minute taking, maintaining accurate records and problem solving.
• Applicants must also have a good standard of education, be adaptable and have good organisational skills. A professional telephone manner is essential to receive and respond courteously to all telephone enquiries regarding patient care.
• Previous Ward Clerk experience and knowledge of the Patient Administration System (WPAS) is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.

About us

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.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

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

Details

Date posted: 05 November 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 2

Salary: £24,833 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: 050-AC655-0925W-B

Job locations: Chirk Community Hospital - Ceiriog Ward, Off John's Street, Chirk, LL14 5LN

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

• Qualifications Essential
  • Able to demonstrate English & Maths to GCSE C or equivalent level of experience
  • RSA 1 or Equivalent
• Desirable
  • NVQ 2 Admin / customer care
  • ECDL
• Experience Essential
  • Previous clerical/office experience
• Desirable
  • Previous NHS experience
  • WPAS User
  • Oracle
• Aptitude & Abilities Essential
  • Able to use electronic information systems
  • Able to contribute constructively to a working environment
  • Ability to use own initiative
  • Able to communicate information clearly and sensitively in person and over the phone
• Desirable
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
  • Welsh Speaker - Level 3
• Values Essential
  • Knowledge of patient confidentiality
• Other Essential
  • Works effectively under pressure in a clinical environment
  • Flexible approach to working
  • Good team player

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name: Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address: Chirk Community Hospital - Ceiriog Ward, Off John's Street, Chirk, LL14 5LN

Employer's website: https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/