Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Administrator

The closing date is 19 August 2025

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Administrator to join the Acute Mental Health Service within Rotherham Care Group. The role involves providing admin support to Acute services based at The Woodlands, working alongside the Crisis Team, Home Treatment Team and Mental Health Hospital Liaison Team as well as providing cover for the main reception and ward when required.

The successful applicant will work under the supervision of the Admin Lead providing administration support for services; receiving calls to the service and providing quality support with high level accuracy in the day to day administrative function within the teams.

Main duties of the job

  • The Post Holder will be expected to work using their initiative whilst working in partnership with key agencies. Communication and team working are essential skills to succeed in this role.
  • Communicate effectively, accurately and professionally.
  • Provide a confidential, quality administrative service to identified teams within Rotherham Care Group.
  • Cover, Support other teams as required.
  • Deal with telephone enquiries in a courteous and efficient manner.
  • Remain calm in difficult situations.
  • Prioritise tasks requiring immediate attention.
  • Manage Systmone, dealing with referrals, manage and end current referrals to Rotherham Care Group.
  • Maintain computerised patient records.
  • Provide timely and accurate scanning service to the teams in line with records management principles.
  • Monitor emails and inboxes.
  • Open and distribute post.
  • Book appointments, Room bookings and maintain appointment ledgers.
  • Ensure patient letters and other relevant documentation are sent out in a timely manner.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Details

Date posted

12 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,637.57 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

376-RCG-0635-A

Job locations

The Woodlands

Oakwood Hall Drive

Rotherham

S60 2UD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Demonstrable literacy and numeracy skills to functional skills level 1 or equivalent
  • NVQ Level 2 in a related subject or equivalent

Desirable

  • GCSE Grade C or above or Functional skills level 2 or equivalent in English and Maths

Experience

Essential

  • IT skills in Microsoft Office Packages or equivalent experience

Desirable

  • Experience in an administrative role would be preferred
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Demonstrable literacy and numeracy skills to functional skills level 1 or equivalent
  • NVQ Level 2 in a related subject or equivalent

Desirable

  • GCSE Grade C or above or Functional skills level 2 or equivalent in English and Maths

Experience

Essential

  • IT skills in Microsoft Office Packages or equivalent experience

Desirable

  • Experience in an administrative role would be preferred

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

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

The Woodlands

Oakwood Hall Drive

Rotherham

S60 2UD


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

The Woodlands

Oakwood Hall Drive

Rotherham

S60 2UD


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Administration Manageer

Paula Rodgers

paula.rodgers@nhs.net

07817058108

Details

Date posted

12 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,637.57 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

376-RCG-0635-A

Job locations

The Woodlands

Oakwood Hall Drive

Rotherham

S60 2UD


Supporting documents

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