Business and Admin Officer | East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

The post is currently 37.5 hours a week, however, we are committed to a healthy work-life balance; therefore, we would be happy to consider flexible working, condensed hours or some working from home.

In this post we can offer you an excellent opportunity for personal development or to acquire additional training depending on your experience or aspirations, in a rewarding and supported environment. We are recognised by the "IBMS" , "National School for Healthcare Science" for training. Microbiology currently supports apprenticeships in many different areas and at all levels.

In this role you will provide comprehensive business and administrative support to the Microbiology service. The post holder will be expectedto provide a high standard, adaptable and flexible resource to support teams in the provision of services. You will be responsible for the organisation and provision of duties undertaken in the microbiology office.

Duties may include contact with service users, members of the public and other external stakeholders. This post will include organisation and maintenance of effective systems (paper based and electronic) and the preparation of correspondence for team members (these could be Medical or non-Medical staff).

You will mentor and supervise the B&A apprentice.

You will contribute to quality management and improvement systems.

Microbiology is known for its inclusivity, strong team spirit and open friendly culture. There is great emphasis on personal development, service improvement and cross communication between the technical and diagnostic teams.

The Trust is committed to supporting flexible working to fulfil our pledge as part of The Trust's People Strategy to help staff to achieve a healthy work/life balance. Please speak with your Recruiting Manager for further information and opportunities.

A vacancy has arisen for suitably qualified, committed and enthusiastic individual with experience in a healthcare and general office setting. The suitable candidate would ideally have a level 3 qualification or equivalent in experience. They would have good literacy and numeracy skills as well as keyboard or administration experience.

We offer a full package of benefits, including a car lease scheme; on-site childcare; generous annual leave in line with NHS terms and conditions; high street and public transport discounts; a 24/7 staff support service - and the little things that make life easier, like on-site Amazon lockers and fresh fruit and veg stalls.