Ward Clerk - Children's Ward

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Barrow-in-Furness is seeking a part-time Ward Clerk for the Children’s Ward. This role requires excellent clerical and communication skills, with a focus on providing support to children, families, and staff in a clinical setting. Applicants should be comfortable with hospital information systems and able to manage sensitive information effectively. Flexible working opportunities are available to promote a work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Career development opportunities

Commitment to an inclusive workforce

Qualifications

• Comfortable with hospital information systems.
• Attention to detail is crucial.
• Able to handle sensitive information sensitively.
• Willingness to obtain a DBS clearance if not current.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical support to the ward team.
• Maintain confidential record keeping.
• Assist with appointments and referrals.
• Promote seamless patient care.

Skills

Computer literate

Strong clerical skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Ward Clerk to join our friendly team on the Children’s Ward at Furness General Hospital. This is a fixed‑term contract for 12 months, part‑time hours. As the first port of call you will provide a welcoming and professional approach to all children, young people, families and staff attending the unit, dealing with sensitive, confidential information in a sympathetic and reassuring manner.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and administrative support to the ward team, using the hospital system efficiently and with minimal supervision.
• Maintain accurate, confidential record keeping and data entry for ward activities.
• Support ward staff and families through effective communication and information management.
• Assist with arranging appointments, referrals and day‑case procedures as required.
• Work collaboratively with the wider hospital and community services to promote seamless patient care.

Qualifications

• Computer literate, comfortable with hospital information systems.
• Strong clerical and administrative skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to handle sensitive and confidential information sensitively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team in a busy clinical environment.
• Current DBS clearance or willingness to obtain one as required.

Benefits

• Flexible working opportunities, wherever possible, to enable staff to balance work and home life.
• Equal Opportunities and commitment to an Effortlessly Inclusive workforce.
• No smoking policy and commitment to a safe, healthy working environment.
• Opportunities for career development, including a new system called Pre‑Onboarding to support you through your first months.

Additional Information

Applicants will be assessed against the Person Specification and may be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service checking. Successful applicants will receive a standard Induction and a 6‑month probationary period to become familiar with the role.