Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
(**) Screening Data Assistant - Breast
The closing date is 21 October 2026
We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and organised individual to join South Essex Breast Screening Service a Breast Screening Data Assistant.
The successful candidate will support the screening service by assisting with the completion of mandatory breast screening reports, including KC62 and BASO, alongside a range of daily administrative duties within the Screening Office.
The post holder will be responsible for accurately collecting screening data from multiple sources, liaising with clinicians, screening services and other healthcare professionals, and entering information onto the National Breast Screening System (NBSS). The role requires excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a busy team.
Please note that this vacancy may close early depending on the number of applications received.
Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role. Whilst we are able to employ candidates on a graduate Visa, we are unable to offer sponsorship once the graduate visa expires
Main duties of the job
- Data Entry
- To ensure that all National Breast Screening System (NBSS) data is kept up to date to support with the submission of mandatory reports e.g., KC62, BASO within the timescales set down.
- To assist the data coordinator with ensuring the quality of all data entered into NBSS and the accuracy and validity of all reports/analysis/interpretation produced from it.
- To maintain a record of treatment decisions made at MDT meetings and ensure that these are recorded on the NBSS in a timely manner.
- To partake in the auditing process of other data assistant's work.
- To undertake any work as detailed by the Director of Screening, Programme Manager, and Office Manager to support the ongoing development of data management within the Screening Service.
- To assist with the production of lists, reports and maintenance of records utilising the NBSS computer system.
- To assist with the data entry required for all interval cancer cases.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust
Qualifications
- Good Standard of Education
- IT skills equivalent to NVQ2 or relevant experience of Microsoft Word Packages, predominantly Excel.
Knowledge and Experience
- Experience of working in an administrative role
- Experience of using advanced IT applications i.e. Excel, PowerPoint, Word.
- Knowledge of complex booking and medical systems.
- Medical / Audio Typing
- Experience of working in the NHS.
Communication
- Previous experience of dealing with the general public
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
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
£25,760 a yearPer Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
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(*) Screening Data Assistant - Breast in Southend-on-Sea employer: VerseOne Group
VerseOne Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the healthcare technology sector. With hybrid working arrangements and a focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact while developing your career in a leading AI-powered Digital Experience Solutions provider for the NHS.
