Ward Clerk, Band 2

Job summary

If you are ready for a challenge and want to be part of a team providing an excellent service then this might be just what you are looking for. We are looking to recruit a dynamic, organised and motivated person, who is a team player, to join our busy Ward Clerk department. You will need to be flexible with excellent organisational, communication and IT skills. Previous administration experience is preferred.

This is an important role which requires someone who is able to work independently and is self-motivated and resilient. You will be able to deliver a high standard of customer service and communicate effectively with patients and their carers/relatives in addition to all levels of staff across all departments, the multi-disciplinary teams, GPs and transport services. Previous NHS experience would be an advantage.

The role will be based working on wards at either Gloucestershire Royal Hospital or Cheltenham General Hospital, and the successful candidate must be willing to travel and work across both sites.

Additional working pattern details: Monday to Friday

The proposed interview date is: 26th September

Main duties of the job

To provide clerical and reception cover for the ward, administration and clerical support to the Ward Manger/Nurse in Charge and to enter and maintain patient demographic data and ward/consultant status.

About us

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.

As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Details

Date posted

02 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year (pa pro rata if part-time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

318-25-T0621

Job locations

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Great Western Road

Gloucestershire

GL1 3NN

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