Provide CIC

Administrative Assistant Dorset CHIS

The closing date is 17 October 2025

Job summary

This position is based in Poundbury, Dorchester, Dorset.

Administrative Assistants within the Child Health Information Service work as part of a team to provide an efficient, effective, high quality and customer focused administrative and datainput service which supports the delivery of health services to children and young peopleaged 0-19.

To ensure services objectives are met and that data quality is continuously improved.

Main duties of the job

o Request sharing of electronic records in a timely manner, process in accordance with procedure and share with appropriate health care professional.

o Input all data information onto the Child Health Information System in accordance with procedures, always ensuring accuracy.

o Process demographic updates in a timely manner and in accordance with procedure.

o Liaise with the Safeguarding Department as appropriate and ensure documentation is forwarded to the relevant health care professional in a timely and efficient manner.

o Ensure all work is undertaken in line with Caldicott principles and the Data Protection Act.

In times of colleague's absence or heavy workload, ensure work is prioritized and undertaken appropriately.

o Ensure all work is undertaken in line with Caldicott principles and the Data Protection Act.

In times of colleague's absence or heavy workload, ensure work is prioritized and undertaken appropriately

About us

Provide is a Community Interest Company (social enterprise). We deliver a broad range of health and social care services in the community, and are committed to making sure that they are safe, responsive and of high quality. Provide is owned by its employees and has primarily social objectives. Any profits we make are reinvested into the local community or back into delivering services.

We work from a variety of community settings, such as community hospitals, community clinics, schools, nursing homes and primary care settings, as well as within people's homes to provide more than 40 services to children, families and adults across Essex, Dorset, East Anglia and the North of England.

A highly respected, award winning health and social care provider. We expect our staff to demonstrate and uphold our values at all times:

Vision:Transforming Lives

Values:Care, Innovation and Compassion

Mission:An ambitious, employee owned social enterprise, growing in size and influence. We transform lives by treating, caring and educating people.

Provide is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills, proud to have LGBT+, Ethnic Minority and Men's Networks.

We welcome applicants from underrepresented groups. If you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply regardless of your background.

Details

Date posted

03 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

Depending on experience Dependent on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

828-PROVIDE3682

Job locations

Child Health Information Service

5A Widcombe Street, Poundbury

Dorchester

DT1 3BS


Job description

Job responsibilities

Request sharing of electronic records in a timely manner, process in accordance with procedure and share with appropriate health care professional.

Run system reports as required to ensure information is gained so that data is accurate and complete.

Input all information onto the Child Health Information System in accordance with procedures, always ensuring accuracy.

Process demographic updates in a timely manner and in accordance with procedure.

Liaise with the Safeguarding Department as appropriate and ensure documentation is forwarded to the relevant health care professional in a timely and efficient manner.

Deal with telephone enquiries in a prompt and professional manner and escalate those which require input from the Child Health Team Leader.

Undertake scanning, photocopying, sorting and distribution of mail as required and in accordance with Provides Policy.

Work independently and as part of a team to ensure timescales are met.

Work independently and as part of a team to identify work/tasks/procedures which may need reviewing and bring to the attention of the CHIS Team Leader.

Ensure all work is undertaken in line with Caldicott principles and the Data Protection Act.

In times of colleagues absence or heavy workload, ensure work is prioritized and undertaken appropriately.

Any other duties required as delegated by the CHIS Team Leader or Deputy Team Leader

Receive migration reports from Schools and Immunisation Team and input child data in accordance with procedures. Liaise with School Nurses as appropriate.

Scan and maintain electronic records/documentation in accordance with Provides Policy and Child Health procedures.

Input vaccination and health data in accordance with procedure.

Participate in the weekly immunisation run. Process returned Clinic Lists and input immunisation details onto the Child Health Information System in accordance with procedure. Follow up all immunisation queries with the appropriate GP Surgery. File Clinic Lists.

Participate in undertaking the registering and processing of new births.

On a daily basis, receive electronic Blood Spot results from the laboratory and upload or input in accordance with procedure. Run system reports to an agreed timescale, liaising with health care professionals as appropriate.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Request sharing of electronic records in a timely manner, process in accordance with procedure and share with appropriate health care professional.

Run system reports as required to ensure information is gained so that data is accurate and complete.

Input all information onto the Child Health Information System in accordance with procedures, always ensuring accuracy.

Process demographic updates in a timely manner and in accordance with procedure.

Liaise with the Safeguarding Department as appropriate and ensure documentation is forwarded to the relevant health care professional in a timely and efficient manner.

Deal with telephone enquiries in a prompt and professional manner and escalate those which require input from the Child Health Team Leader.

Undertake scanning, photocopying, sorting and distribution of mail as required and in accordance with Provides Policy.

Work independently and as part of a team to ensure timescales are met.

Work independently and as part of a team to identify work/tasks/procedures which may need reviewing and bring to the attention of the CHIS Team Leader.

Ensure all work is undertaken in line with Caldicott principles and the Data Protection Act.

In times of colleagues absence or heavy workload, ensure work is prioritized and undertaken appropriately.

Any other duties required as delegated by the CHIS Team Leader or Deputy Team Leader

Receive migration reports from Schools and Immunisation Team and input child data in accordance with procedures. Liaise with School Nurses as appropriate.

Scan and maintain electronic records/documentation in accordance with Provides Policy and Child Health procedures.

Input vaccination and health data in accordance with procedure.

Participate in the weekly immunisation run. Process returned Clinic Lists and input immunisation details onto the Child Health Information System in accordance with procedure. Follow up all immunisation queries with the appropriate GP Surgery. File Clinic Lists.

Participate in undertaking the registering and processing of new births.

On a daily basis, receive electronic Blood Spot results from the laboratory and upload or input in accordance with procedure. Run system reports to an agreed timescale, liaising with health care professionals as appropriate.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Exam Grades 5 GCSE or Equivalent

Desirable

  • Grades 1 to 3 or A to C

Experience

Essential

  • Previous Admin Experience

Desirable

  • Previous NHS Admin Experience

Qualifications

Essential

  • Qualification in Word and Excel

Desirable

  • Experience of SystmOne Computer system
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Exam Grades 5 GCSE or Equivalent

Desirable

  • Grades 1 to 3 or A to C

Experience

Essential

  • Previous Admin Experience

Desirable

  • Previous NHS Admin Experience

Qualifications

Essential

  • Qualification in Word and Excel

Desirable

  • Experience of SystmOne Computer system

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Provide CIC

Address

Child Health Information Service

5A Widcombe Street, Poundbury

Dorchester

DT1 3BS


Employer's website

https://www.provide.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Provide CIC

Address

Child Health Information Service

5A Widcombe Street, Poundbury

Dorchester

DT1 3BS


Employer's website

https://www.provide.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Area Lead

Tracey Coulson

Tracey.Coulson1@nhs.net

07580913161

Details

Date posted

03 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

Depending on experience Dependent on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

828-PROVIDE3682

Job locations

Child Health Information Service

5A Widcombe Street, Poundbury

Dorchester

DT1 3BS


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