Maternity Receptionist & Administrator

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Maternity Grade NHS AfC:

Band 2 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 22.8 hours per week Job ref 405-26-AC171MRA-A Employer Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Dorset County Hospital Town Dorchester Salary £25,272 Pro Rata Per Annum Salary period Yearly Closing 20/05/2026 23:59 Employer heading

Maternity Receptionist & Administrator NHS AfC:

Band 2 Outstanding Care, Outstanding Careers For more information on our wonderful Trust search Join DCHFT and for more information on the benefits of working at DCHFT search DCHFT Staff Benefits For help with completing an application search DCHFT Our Recruitment Process Job overview An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic person to join the Reception Team in the Maternity Department. Your role will be primarily to welcome patients and visitors, maintaining the security of the maternity unit. You will also need to be confident with IT and keen to learn to use a number of different systems. You must be able to work days, including evenings and weekends and have a good attendance record. Main duties of the job The main duties are being responsible for managing patients and visitors coming in and out of the maternity unit as well as answering the phone and directing people appropriately. You will receive raining to use several different computer systems, including the maternity system called BadgerNet. There will be some administrative tasks required elating to patient data. Working for our organisation At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff. Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities. We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups. We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them. Right to Work in the

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This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification. Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment. For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online. Person specification education & training Essential criteria GCSEs or equivalent demonstrating literacy and numeracy.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential criteria Experience of being able to work under pressure with fluctuating workload Experience of working with different computer systems including data entry Experience of learning new skills and working without direct supervision Experience of working with digital health systems Desirable criteria Experience of working in the

NHS SKILLS & ABILITIES

Essential criteria Good verbal communication skills including the ability to welcome visitors and patients to the ward. Ability to work under pressure. Organisational skills. Ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines Willingness to learn new skills including basic clinical procedures Ability to use a digital record system Ability to communicate sensitively and clearly Desirable criteria Competent in using Word and Excel spreadsheets An understanding of the importance of a safe, clean environment Knowledge of Information Governance & patient confidentiality Our Mission Outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them. Our Vision Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.​ Our Values Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, Excellence We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups. For more information, please use the link below to read our joint strategy for Dorset County Hospital and Dorset Healthcare. Trust Strategy | Dorset County Hospital (dchft.nhs.uk)

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFORMATION CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

Please read the job description and person specification carefully to ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience required. The closing date/interview date is subject to amendment; this vacancy may therefore expire at short notice, so we recommend that you submit an application at your earliest convenience. We reserve the right to close any vacancies without notice. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email; therefore it is important that you check your personal email account regularly. Unfortunately we are unable to respond to every application; if we do not contact you within 4 weeks of the closing date, please be advised that you not have been shortlisted on this occasion. You can contact us on 01305 254655 to find out whether you have been shortlisted or if you would like feedback. Employer certification / accreditation badges Applicant requirements The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions. Documents to download JD-PS ( PDF , 441.4 KB ) Car Parking Information for Employees ( PDF , 225.0 KB ) DBS Code of Practice ( PDF , 54.9 KB ) Dorset Map ( PDF , 59.3 KB ) Guidance regarding Disabled Staff ( PDF , 96.3 KB ) Advice for Candidates ( PDF , 110.5 KB ) Trust Values ( PDF , 678.1 KB ) Apply online now Further details / informal visits contact Name Tara Pointer-Putt Job title Matron Email address tara.pointer-putt@dchft.nhs.uk Telephone number 01305 254208 Additional information It will not be possible to answer queries about this post until after shortlisting is completed. This relates to the high level of interest this advert will attract. List jobs with Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Nursing and Midwifery or all sectors