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Aneurin Bevan University Health Board support flexible working.
Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should it be filled via the internal redeployment process
The Agenda for Change Pay Award for 2026/27 is effective from 1st April 2026.
Please note successful applicants with a start date from 1st April onwards the salary will be as per the 2026/27 pay award. For further detail the pay circular is available via this link https://www.nhs.wales/files/pc-resources/afc-w-02-2026-pdf-pdf?ts=1773244958086
Job Overview
This role requires a motivated individual who can use initiative, manage their time and work well in the team. This opportunity is for someone who can provide clerical and administration support to the team and customer care to patients and visitors. An individual with excellent communication skills is essential. A person who can work on own initiative and as part of a team to provide an environment that focuses on the patient and their experience maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Whilst experience in a range of I.T. systems such as Symphony, Clinical Workstation (CWS) and MYRDDIN is beneficial, full training will be given.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide an efficient, caring and quality reception and clerical service on Level 3 at Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr. The post holder will work along side various healthcare professionals during office working hours.
The post holder will be responsible for accurate maintenance of various records alongside other general administrative and clerical duties. This role involves a great deal of liaison with nursing and medical staff, other staff members across all areas within the Health Board and a high degree of patient contact.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.
Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.
Education/Skills/Experience
Essential criteria
- Good standard of education
- Business Administration level 2 NVQ or equivalent demonstrable knowledge/experience
- Good Communication Skills
- Able to communicate with all levels of multi-disciplinary teams
- Ability to use initiative and meet deadlines
- Polite and professional telephone manner
- Ability to perform well under pressure
- Ability to have a flexible approach to either as part of a team or using own initiative
- Previous clerical experience or similar
- Knowledge of I.T. systems
- Willingness to work under direction but also a self starter
Desirable criteria
- Experience working with data systems – Symphony, CWS or WPAS
- Ability to speak Welsh
Skills
Essential criteria
- Previous administrative experience
