East Cheshire NHS Trust

Administrative Assistant, Radiology

The closing date is 02 October 2025

Job summary

**Previous applicants need not apply**

We have a great opportunity for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and flexible administrative assistant to join our friendly multidisciplinary team at the Radiology booking team Macclesfield District General Hospital

Hours per week: 37.5

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Main duties of the job

Working as part of a flexible & hard working team, the post holder will work within the Radiology booking team . This post will involve accurate computer data entry as, together with dealing with patients both face-to-face in a courteous and efficient manner. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the post holder will provide administrative support to the Radiology booking clerks .

Duties will include answering telephones, assisting with enquiries along with adding referrals to the PAS system . This is a busy and varied role.

You will need to be able to work using your own initiative and as part of the team.

About us

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Details

Date posted

18 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

209-A-25-7490646

Job locations

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE level

Desirable

  • Educated to NVQ (National Vocational Qualifications) level 2
  • ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence)

Knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding of confidentiality and the Data Protection Act 1998
  • Awareness of current NHS priorities and targets

Desirable

  • Awareness of NHS policies
  • Knowledge of NHS computer systems

Specific Job Requirements

Essential

  • Team player
  • Reliable
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills

Other Role Requirements

Essential

  • Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE level

Desirable

  • Educated to NVQ (National Vocational Qualifications) level 2
  • ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence)

Knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding of confidentiality and the Data Protection Act 1998
  • Awareness of current NHS priorities and targets

Desirable

  • Awareness of NHS policies
  • Knowledge of NHS computer systems

Specific Job Requirements

Essential

  • Team player
  • Reliable
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills

Other Role Requirements

Essential

  • Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details

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 details

Employer name

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Employer's website

https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Employer's website

https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Operational Manager Patient Access

Katie Hankinson

katie.hankinson@nhs.net

01625663761

Details

Date posted

18 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

209-A-25-7490646

Job locations

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Supporting documents

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