Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Clerk/Typist (XN02)

The closing date is 19 February 2026

Job summary

Full time Band 2 Clerk Typist. Working across 5 days 0830 1630

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Haematology outpatients team. We are looking to recruit a highly motivated and organised clerk typist; this role would be an ideal step to becoming a medical secretary and an opportunity to work closely within a team whilst undertaking a varied administrative role. We will offer

a full induction programme and training given along with opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Expected Shortlisting Date

20/02/2026

Planned Interview Date

TBC

Main duties of the job

As a clerk typist you will be responsible for the typing of correspondence and dealing with telephone calls both internal and external. Liaising with external medical team such as other hospital sites and GP surgeries. Scanning of documents and incoming post. Covering team members during absence and supporting the wider team were applicable. The ability to manage a busy workload is key for this role

About us

We are a nice friendly team based in the Bexley wing. Our clinicians and admin teams work in close partnership within an environment that is both approachable and supportive. We pride ourselves on a collaborative culture where every team member is valued and supportive of each other. If you would like to come for an informal chat and look around regarding the role please feel free to give us a call to arrange a convenient time

Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions.

Date posted

02 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9298-ONC-0614

Job locations

St. James's University Hospital

Beckett Street

Leeds

LS9 7TF

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY

The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team in order to provide an effective and efficient clerical and typing service to the Haematology team.

The post holder has a responsibility to ensure that clerical and typing duties are completed in a timely manner, ensuring Trust targets are met

. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Typing of medical reports/patient details onto a computerised system.

Booking out and despatch of reports and films.

Dealing with correspondence, incoming and outgoing, that any senior member of the department may require.

Dealing with telephone enquiries from hospital staff, outside agencies and patients.

General clerical duties which include filing, photocopying and faxing.

Arranging ambulance transport, portering services or nurse escorts for patients.

Provide cover in reception e.g. act as reception clerk, dealing with queries from patients, medical staff and outside agencies, including telephone enquiries.

Other duties

To liaise with colleagues and other disciplines as necessary.

To maintain knowledge of office equipment based in the Department.

To participate in the appraisal process as outlined by Trust policies and procedures.

To take on additional and changing duties commensurate with the grade as defined by the Office/Administration Manager in response to demands made upon the Department.

. THE LEEDS WAY VALUES

Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:

Patient-centered

Collaborative

Fair

Accountable

Empowered

All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values

Additionally, the following are core values which relate specifically to this post:

Be of a mature, pleasant and friendly nature. A sense of humour is advantageous.

Have a flexible approach to their work.

Be committed and focused to provide a quality service that meets the needs of patients, staff and other health professionals.

Be able to communicate at all levels with a professional manner, showing politeness and empathy towards patients and their families.

Have an ability to learn by ones mistakes.

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY

The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team in order to provide an effective and efficient clerical and typing service to the Haematology team.

The post holder has a responsibility to ensure that clerical and typing duties are completed in a timely manner, ensuring Trust targets are met

. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Typing of medical reports/patient details onto a computerised system.

Booking out and despatch of reports and films.

Dealing with correspondence, incoming and outgoing, that any senior member of the department may require.

Dealing with telephone enquiries from hospital staff, outside agencies and patients.

General clerical duties which include filing, photocopying and faxing.

Arranging ambulance transport, portering services or nurse escorts for patients.

Provide cover in reception e.g. act as reception clerk, dealing with queries from patients, medical staff and outside agencies, including telephone enquiries.

Other duties

To liaise with colleagues and other disciplines as necessary.

To maintain knowledge of office equipment based in the Department.

To participate in the appraisal process as outlined by Trust policies and procedures.

To take on additional and changing duties commensurate with the grade as defined by the Office/Administration Manager in response to demands made upon the Department.

. THE LEEDS WAY VALUES

Patient-centered

Collaborative

Fair

Accountable

Empowered

All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values

Additionally, the following are core values which relate specifically to this post:

Be of a mature, pleasant and friendly nature. A sense of humour is advantageous.

Have a flexible approach to their work.

Be committed and focused to provide a quality service that meets the needs of patients, staff and other health professionals.

Be able to communicate at all levels with a professional manner, showing politeness and empathy towards patients and their families.

Have an ability to learn by ones mistakes.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience in a secretarial role
Knowledge of Medical Terminology
Hospital and/or general public experience
The post holder would be expected to develop their understanding and use of information technology.

Skills & Behaviours

Essential

Professional in appearance and conduct
Reliable and punctual
Be able to work as part of a team, supporting and covering colleagues where appropriate as and when required
Be self-motivated
Be able to work with limited supervision

Desirable

Have the ability to stay calm whilst working under pressure

Additional Requirements

Essential

Good interpersonal and communication skills
Accurate typing and spelling ability
Good telephone skills
Able to use own initiative
Be honest, trustworthy polite and helpful
Be professional in appearance and conduct.
To familiarise him/herself with the basic work and procedures of the department in order to answer patient enquiries and provide an effective and efficient clerical service.

Qualifications

Essential

Good general standard of education.
RSA II typing/word processing or equivalent
Audio typing
Microsoft Word for Windows
Keyboard/data entry skills are essential.

Desirable

ECDL certificate or working towards
Other Microsoft applications e.g. Excel
Good communication skills are required, both written and oral.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience in a secretarial role
Knowledge of Medical Terminology
Hospital and/or general public experience
The post holder would be expected to develop their understanding and use of information technology.

Skills & Behaviours

Essential

Professional in appearance and conduct
Reliable and punctual
Be able to work as part of a team, supporting and covering colleagues where appropriate as and when required
Be self-motivated
Be able to work with limited supervision

Desirable

Have the ability to stay calm whilst working under pressure

Additional Requirements

Essential

Good interpersonal and communication skills
Accurate typing and spelling ability
Good telephone skills
Able to use own initiative
Be honest, trustworthy polite and helpful
Be professional in appearance and conduct.
To familiarise him/herself with the basic work and procedures of the department in order to answer patient enquiries and provide an effective and efficient clerical service.

Qualifications

Essential

Good general standard of education.
RSA II typing/word processing or equivalent
Audio typing
Microsoft Word for Windows
Keyboard/data entry skills are essential.

Desirable

ECDL certificate or working towards
Other Microsoft applications e.g. Excel
Good communication skills are required, both written and oral.

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

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St. James's University Hospital

Beckett Street

Leeds

LS9 7TF

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St. James's University Hospital

Beckett Street

Leeds

LS9 7TF

Employer's website

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