Medical Secretary Team Leader (Internal Only) in Exeter

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Service Administrator/Medical Secretary Team Leader in the Paediatrics department based at Wonford on a fixed term contract until 31.07.2027. You will be leading a team of Service Administrators/Medical Secretaries, supporting a group of Consultants and Nurses. We are looking for an organised, enthusiastic, motivated and adaptable person with an eye for attention to detail and accuracy to join our team in this busy department.

Candidates should be able to demonstrate ability in using their initiative, have excellent organisational, communication/interpersonal skills and IT skills, be professional and reliable with excellent customer service skills.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible to lead a team of established Service Administrators/Medical Secretaries, providing administrative and secretarial support for a team of Consultants and Nurses across Paediatrics. This is a varied and busy role that is vital to the smooth running of the department. We are looking for a friendly, organised person who will need to be able to demonstrate commitment and excellent communication skills.

Applicants will need to demonstrate that they can support a team to provide a professional, efficient and accurate service whilst maintaining their own workload. The successful candidate will need to be flexible and will need to be able to work independently on their own initiative as well as being a good team player. Leadership skills are vital to this role to ensure there is a cohesive working environment for the whole team; you will be expected to lead in 1 to 1’s, appraisals and team meetings, in a friendly and professional manner.

This could be a great secondment opportunity for those looking for career progression within the trust.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours Monday-Friday. This is an internal vacancy for Royal Devon employees, therefore Bank workers are currently not eligible to apply for this vacancy. This is a fixed term contract until 31/07/2027. For current NHS employees, this post could be a secondment opportunity.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities. Our values are at the heart of everything we do.

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit: You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter.
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme.

These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.