St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Ward Clerk - Gunning
The closing date is 06 November 2026
Do you have experience in a healthcare environment? Are you computer literate with a knowledge of hospital IT systems? Then our ward clerk opportunity may be what you are looking for.
We are looking for someone to join on Gunning ward, a 28 bedded Trauma and orthopaedic surgical ward. We care for patients who are acutely unwell in a fast turnover environment.
We are looking for a team worker who is friendly, organised and pays attention to detail. You will have excellent spoken and written communication skills and be computer literate.
Please note that the role involves working Monday to Friday 08:00 to 16:00.
Main duties of the job
You will act as the initial point of contact for patients, visitors and callers to the ward ensuring their needs are met promptly and politely.
You will assist the ward staff in the smooth running of the ward by taking responsibility for the routine, administrative aspects of the ward organisation.
About us
St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.
Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description for more details on the main responsibilities for this role.
Person Specification
Experience
- previous experience on iClip and EPR
- Experience of working in a hospital environment.
Skills
- Computer literate / use of MS office
- Word and Excel
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Familiar with hospital database
General
- Able to prioritise and organize own workload and work unsupervised.
- Able to work under pressure in a busy environment.
- Good health and attendance record. Punctual and reliable.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer name
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
£31,554 to £33,270 a yearper annum inc inner london HCAS (pro-rata)
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