Band 2 Administrative Assistant- Community Paediatric Services

We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups. Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information can be found in the Information for Applicants, please view the supporting documents. We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy. For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy). All jobs will require permission to work in the UK. For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started. Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet essential criteria will have preference for interview.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good general level of education including GCSE in English Language and Mathematics at grade C (new Grade 4) or equivalent.
• Previous experience in an administrative role, working in a busy office environment.
• Good working knowledge and experience of using Microsoft Office packages.
• Excellent Customer Service skills and the ability to work as part of an integrated team.
• NVQ 2 in administration or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and experience.
We are looking for Highly motivated individuals, you will need to demonstrate previous experience of working with confidential information, showing attention to detail and maintaining accuracy at all times. Your ability to work using your own initiative is essential, whilst understanding the importance of adhering to Trust Policies and local procedures. Operating SystmOne, a national NHS electronic patient record system, is a key requirement of this role, and whilst full training will be provided, there is an expectation that applicants would need to be skilled and confident in adapting to work with complex electronic systems.

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.


• A generous pension contribution and holiday allowance starting at 27 days.
• Free onsite parking.
• Access to a wide range of additional benefits (attached) such as discounted shopping, recognition schemes and various other packages you can draw from to help support your work-life balance.