Administrative Assistant

Avon Local Medical Committee

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Job summary

The post-holder will be an initial point of contact for LMC membership and will provide administrative support to the LMC team and membership within the scope of the role.

The ideal candidate will have experience of managing a varied workload, excellent team building skills and will be able to take a flexible approach when managing your priorities, ensuring deadlines are met.

To be successful you will need strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and experience using MS programmes.

You will have a professional outlook, and the desire to contribute to the success of a busy team. Knowledge of the NHS is desirable, but not essential. Ideally you will be keen to support general practice, eager to learn and work efficiently under the pressures of a thriving office. We offer a supportive team environment and the opportunity to develop your knowledge.

Main duties of the job

Liaise with the LMC management team to maximise administrative output and meet business need.

Maintain close communication with the team to always ensure efficient running of the LMC.

Undertake general administration tasks within the team and office to ensure the smooth running of the business.

Provide support to membership enquiries by actioning requests and escalating, where appropriate.

Maintain up to date records including contact lists and office processes.

Maintenance of our website and production of our weekly newsletter. Managing our social media presence.

Carry out timely and accurate administration of databases.

This job description is not exhaustive, and the jobholder may be required to undertake additional duties from time to time to ensure the smooth running of the team and office.

About us

An LMC (Local Medical Committee) is a GP membership body recognised by statute which has been around since 1913. It represents both individual GPs and GP practices in matters relating to GP contracts, performance, and wellbeing.

Avon LMC is a small, friendly organisation, with twelve members of staff working for it. We have a culture of transparency and open communication, and we support staff wellbeing, which includes a family friendly ethos.

We are also passionate about developing the skills of employees to achieve their full potential and we welcome any ideas about how to make this happen.

We are based in the Staple Hill area of Bristol, but we offer hybrid working from home, if that suits the needs of our employees.

If you are unsure if you fit the role description, feel free to have a chat with our friendly manager by emailing her on rebecca@almc.co.uk.

Date posted

12 April 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Starting at £26,000 WTE

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

E0442-24-0000

Job locations

12A-14A High Street

Staple Hill

Bristol

Avon

BS16 5HP


Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description

Title: Office Administrator

Conditions of Employment: As per Contract of Employment and Staff Handbook

Accountable to: General Manager and Board

Reporting to: Executive Assistant

Contract: Six months with a view

Hours: up to 37.5 hours per week (to be agreed with successful applicant)

About us

An LMC (Local Medical Committee) is a GP membership body recognised by statute which has been around since 1913. It represents both individual GPs and GP practices in matters relating to GP contracts, performance, and wellbeing.

Avon LMC is a small, friendly organisation, with twelve members of staff working for it. We have a culture of transparency and open communication, and we support staff wellbeing, which includes a family friendly ethos.

We are also passionate about developing the skills of employees to achieve their full potential and we welcome any ideas about how to make this happen.

We are based in the Staple Hill area of Bristol, but we offer hybrid working from home, if that suits the needs of our employees.

If you are unsure if you fit the role description, feel free to have a chat with our friendly manager by emailing her on rebecca@almc.co.uk.

Job Summary

The post-holder will be an initial point of contact for LMC membership and will provide administrative support to the LMC team and membership within the scope of the role.

Main Tasks

Liaise with the LMC management team to maximise administrative output and meet business need.

Maintain close communication with the team to always ensure efficient running of the LMC.

Undertake general administration tasks within the team and office to ensure the smooth running of the business.

Provide support to membership enquiries by actioning requests and escalating, where appropriate.

Maintain up to date records including contact lists and office processes.

Maintenance of our website and production of our weekly newsletter. Managing our social media presence.

Carry out timely and accurate administration of databases.

This job description is not exhaustive, and the jobholder may be required to undertake additional duties from time to time to ensure the smooth running of the team and office.

What will it take to be successful?

The ideal candidate will have experience of managing a varied workload, excellent team building skills and will be able to take a flexible approach when managing your priorities, ensuring deadlines are met.

To be successful you will need strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and experience using MS programmes.

You will have a professional outlook, and the desire to contribute to the success of a busy team. Knowledge of the NHS is desirable, but not essential. Ideally you will be keen to support general practice, eager to learn and work efficiently under the pressures of a thriving office. We offer a supportive team environment and the opportunity to develop your knowledge.

Confidentiality

In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to Practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to a Practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.

This is not a complete and final statement of duties and responsibilities of the post. You should understand that your job title and job description may be amended by the employer and that you may be called upon to carry out additional or other duties as may reasonably be required by the employer.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description

Title: Office Administrator

Conditions of Employment: As per Contract of Employment and Staff Handbook

Accountable to: General Manager and Board

Reporting to: Executive Assistant

Contract: Six months with a view

Hours: up to 37.5 hours per week (to be agreed with successful applicant)

About us

An LMC (Local Medical Committee) is a GP membership body recognised by statute which has been around since 1913. It represents both individual GPs and GP practices in matters relating to GP contracts, performance, and wellbeing.

Avon LMC is a small, friendly organisation, with twelve members of staff working for it. We have a culture of transparency and open communication, and we support staff wellbeing, which includes a family friendly ethos.

We are also passionate about developing the skills of employees to achieve their full potential and we welcome any ideas about how to make this happen.

We are based in the Staple Hill area of Bristol, but we offer hybrid working from home, if that suits the needs of our employees.

If you are unsure if you fit the role description, feel free to have a chat with our friendly manager by emailing her on rebecca@almc.co.uk.

Job Summary

The post-holder will be an initial point of contact for LMC membership and will provide administrative support to the LMC team and membership within the scope of the role.

Main Tasks

Liaise with the LMC management team to maximise administrative output and meet business need.

Maintain close communication with the team to always ensure efficient running of the LMC.

Undertake general administration tasks within the team and office to ensure the smooth running of the business.

Provide support to membership enquiries by actioning requests and escalating, where appropriate.

Maintain up to date records including contact lists and office processes.

Maintenance of our website and production of our weekly newsletter. Managing our social media presence.

Carry out timely and accurate administration of databases.

This job description is not exhaustive, and the jobholder may be required to undertake additional duties from time to time to ensure the smooth running of the team and office.

What will it take to be successful?

The ideal candidate will have experience of managing a varied workload, excellent team building skills and will be able to take a flexible approach when managing your priorities, ensuring deadlines are met.

To be successful you will need strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and experience using MS programmes.

You will have a professional outlook, and the desire to contribute to the success of a busy team. Knowledge of the NHS is desirable, but not essential. Ideally you will be keen to support general practice, eager to learn and work efficiently under the pressures of a thriving office. We offer a supportive team environment and the opportunity to develop your knowledge.

Confidentiality

In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to Practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to a Practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.

This is not a complete and final statement of duties and responsibilities of the post. You should understand that your job title and job description may be amended by the employer and that you may be called upon to carry out additional or other duties as may reasonably be required by the employer.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE A C in English and Maths

Desirable

  • NVQ in Administration

Experience

Essential

  • Experience working in an office environment
  • Experience using Microsoft Office applications

Desirable

  • NHS relevant experience

Skills

Essential

  • Enthusiasm, commitment, self-motivation and drive.
  • Excellent communication, team working and interpersonal skills.
  • The ability to work autonomously and initiate/self-direct own workload.
  • Enthusiastic, flexible and committed to excellence.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE A C in English and Maths

Desirable

  • NVQ in Administration

Experience

Essential

  • Experience working in an office environment
  • Experience using Microsoft Office applications

Desirable

  • NHS relevant experience

Skills

Essential

  • Enthusiasm, commitment, self-motivation and drive.
  • Excellent communication, team working and interpersonal skills.
  • The ability to work autonomously and initiate/self-direct own workload.
  • Enthusiastic, flexible and committed to excellence.

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

Avon Local Medical Committee

Address

12A-14A High Street

Staple Hill

Bristol

Avon

BS16 5HP


Employer's website

https://www.avonlmc.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Avon Local Medical Committee

Address

12A-14A High Street

Staple Hill

Bristol

Avon

BS16 5HP


Employer's website

https://www.avonlmc.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

General Manager

Rebecca Kemp

rebecca@almc.co.uk

01174038040

Date posted

12 April 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Starting at £26,000 WTE

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

E0442-24-0000

Job locations

12A-14A High Street

Staple Hill

Bristol

Avon

BS16 5HP


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