Job summary
The Wessex Integrated Stroke Delivery Network (ISDN) is one of 20 in England, established since April 2021, to improve the quality of stroke care for the population of Hampshire, Isle of Wight, and Dorset. The ISDN does this by bringing key stakeholders together to facilitate a collaborative approach to improving the entire stroke pathway from prevention, through urgent and emergency care, rehabilitation, and life after stroke.
The ISDN is managed by a small team and we are now looking to recruit an exceptional Project Administrator to support us in our work across the network. This is an exciting time to join the ISDN as we have a structure established to now drive forward the priorities for improving stroke care for our populations.
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
The Wessex ISDN is a network made up all the organisations involved in the delivery of stroke care across Hampshire, the Isle of Wight and Dorset, and is hosted by University Hospital Southampton.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO:
The leadership team of the ISDN is dispersed across the network area and we are seeking an administrator able to work from home to provide a full, remote support service to the team.
All appropriate technology will be provided to the post holder to enable them to work effectively from any location within the network area and regular support and contact facilitated to ensure that the team remains cohesive and high functioning.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR:
- We are looking for a highly motivated individual with exceptional organisational and administrative skills.
- You will need to be comfortable working alone but also as a member of a team.
- You will have the ability to quickly form relationships with a range of professionals and to work effectively with people directly affected by stroke.
- Experience working in health or social care may be an advantage, but applications will be considered from those with administration skills drawn from experiences in other sectors.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO:
The leadership team of the ISDN is dispersed across the network area and we are seeking an administrator able to work from home to provide a full, remote support service to the team.
All appropriate technology will be provided to the post holder to enable them to work effectively from any location within the network area and regular support and contact facilitated to ensure that the team remains cohesive and high functioning.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR:
- We are looking for a highly motivated individual with exceptional organisational and administrative skills.
- You will need to be comfortable working alone but also as a member of a team.
- You will have the ability to quickly form relationships with a range of professionals and to work effectively with people directly affected by stroke.
- Experience working in health or social care may be an advantage, but applications will be considered from those with administration skills drawn from experiences in other sectors.
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Knowledge of business and admin policies to NVQ level 3 standard
- Literacy and numeracy skills demonstrable to GCSE pass level or equivalent standard
- Experience working with Microsoft Office applications, in particular Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Previous experience and knowledge of administrative procedures and setting up new processes
- Knowledge and experience of secretarial or administrative procedures
Desirable
- Experience within the NHS
- Previous experience of working in an extremely busy environment
- Knowledge of project management or information analysis
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Knowledge of business and admin policies to NVQ level 3 standard
- Literacy and numeracy skills demonstrable to GCSE pass level or equivalent standard
- Experience working with Microsoft Office applications, in particular Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Previous experience and knowledge of administrative procedures and setting up new processes
- Knowledge and experience of secretarial or administrative procedures
Desirable
- Experience within the NHS
- Previous experience of working in an extremely busy environment
- Knowledge of project management or information analysis
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.
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.
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).
