Administration and Clerical Officer in Kilmarnock

Kilmarnock Full-Time 28000 - 42000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible

At a Glance

Tasks: Join our pharmacy team as an Administration and Clerical Officer, supporting over 100 staff.
Company: NHS Ayrshire and Arran is dedicated to providing the healthiest life possible for everyone.
Benefits: Enjoy a supportive work culture with opportunities for personal growth and development.
Other info: Full-time position with 37 hours per week; ideal for entry-level candidates.
Why this job: Be part of a caring and respectful environment that values diversity and teamwork.
Qualifications: SVQ Level II in Business Administration or equivalent; computer literacy required.

The predicted salary is between 28000 - 42000 £ per year.

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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Who We Are
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
Position
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Administration and Clerical Officer based at University Hospital Crosshouse.
What You Will Do
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Administration and Clerical Officer to join our pharmacy team based at University Hospital Crosshouse in Kilmarnock.
The successful candidate will support our Departmental Secretary in providing a first class administration service for the 100+ staff employed in University Hospital Crosshouse Pharmacy Department and Woodland View Pharmacy Department and will work alongside a team of administration staff at other pharmacy sites to provide a robust service across our directorate.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required To Do The Job
Applicants will have the following qualifications:

SVQ Level II Business Administration or equivalent
Computer literate and competent in the use of Microsoft Office Software packages

Skills (Desirable But Training Will Be Given)

Excellent keyboard skills.
Minute taking skills.
Excellent communications skills verbal and written.
Excellent interpersonal skills including diplomacy and discretion.
Good organisational skills.
Arithmetic skills

Experience (Desirable)

Previous experience of a secretarial type role.

For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours
37 hours per week
Informal enquiries to Jacqueline Gillie, Departmental Secretary, on 01563 826069
Additional Information For Overseas Candidates
To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.
It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form. The Recruitment Team are unable to answer individual queries at application stage about this, please visit here for further information.
Additional Information For Candidates
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