Theatre Secretary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

The closing date is 28 November 2024

Job summary

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, pro-active, and efficient individual to join the Theatre administration team. This candidate will provide day-to-day administrative support to the Theatre Manager, Theatre Matron and Theatre Team across all theatres in the Wrexham Maelor Hospital.The post is advertised as 37.5hrs per week but we will consider a reduction in hours or a job share for the right candidate.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will be expected to undertake a range of different administrative dutiesto support the wider Theatre team. The duties will include the handling of sensitive, confidential information, updating operating lists, supporting staff meetings, and organising training sessions.

The post holder must be a team player, well organised and enjoy a challenge, you would be expected to communicate internally and externally in a professional way, both in person, Teams and by telephone, to ensure all relevant communications are carried out in a timely and accurate manner. We are a fast-paced environment that requires an adaptable individual who can work independently, and respond to the demands of the department.You must have a good standard of education and excellent organisational skills. Previous experience of working within the NHS would be an advantage.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Date posted

14 November 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,433 to £26,060 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

050-AC862-1124

Job locations

Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD


Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Up to GCSE standard for Maths and English or equivalent experience
  • Required to hold NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience

Desirable

  • ECDL

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of office and administration procedures

Desirable

  • Experience in managing diaries/appointment schedules

Aptitude & Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to communicate clearly and precisely both verbally and in writing
  • Able to assess a situation and act decisively
  • Demonstrate a breadth of experience and ability to apply this to practice
  • Demonstrate recent effective contribution to multidisciplinary working
  • Able to identify links and potential problems when assessing a situation
  • Basic computer skills
  • Demonstrate a good understanding of audit and its application to use in practice

Desirable

  • Ability to speak welsh
  • Experience in stock management

Values/knowledge

Essential

  • IT skills to be competent using Microsoft Office (outlook, excel, word)
  • Awareness of Health & Safety Regulations
  • Good written and verbal communication

Personal Qualities/Other

Essential

  • Enthusiastic, motivated and approachable
  • Ability to motivate and lead others
  • Awareness and willingness to be involved in implementing change
  • Strength of character and confidence to manage obstacles in a positive and non-threatening way
  • Committed to continuous professional development

Desirable

  • Be prepared to work flexible hours
  • Travel throughout N.Wales
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Up to GCSE standard for Maths and English or equivalent experience
  • Required to hold NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience

Desirable

  • ECDL

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of office and administration procedures

Desirable

  • Experience in managing diaries/appointment schedules

Aptitude & Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to communicate clearly and precisely both verbally and in writing
  • Able to assess a situation and act decisively
  • Demonstrate a breadth of experience and ability to apply this to practice
  • Demonstrate recent effective contribution to multidisciplinary working
  • Able to identify links and potential problems when assessing a situation
  • Basic computer skills
  • Demonstrate a good understanding of audit and its application to use in practice

Desirable

  • Ability to speak welsh
  • Experience in stock management

Values/knowledge

Essential

  • IT skills to be competent using Microsoft Office (outlook, excel, word)
  • Awareness of Health & Safety Regulations
  • Good written and verbal communication

Personal Qualities/Other

Essential

  • Enthusiastic, motivated and approachable
  • Ability to motivate and lead others
  • Awareness and willingness to be involved in implementing change
  • Strength of character and confidence to manage obstacles in a positive and non-threatening way
  • Committed to continuous professional development

Desirable

  • Be prepared to work flexible hours
  • Travel throughout N.Wales

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Theatre Secretary

Linda Mead

Linda.Mead@wales.nhs.uk

Date posted

14 November 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,433 to £26,060 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

050-AC862-1124

Job locations

Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD


Supporting documents

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