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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The role:
You will provide administrative support to the Youth Health Service and associated programmes, contributing to the delivery of holistic support services for young people across Glasgow. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and effective operation of the service by supporting referral management, appointment administration and performance monitoring activities.
All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
- This is a permanent role working part-time hours - 18 hours per week
- These hours will be worked 1 evening per week 17:45-21:30 at Easterhouse health centre. Remaining hours by agreement at Gartnavel Royal Hospital.
- Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part time hours.
Key responsibilities:
You will manage referrals into the service, administer appointment systems, maintain waiting lists and respond to enquiries from young people, families and stakeholders.
You will liaise closely with the clinical team to ensure efficient service delivery and will be responsible for collating and maintaining performance management data. The role requires excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities while delivering a high-quality administrative service.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
- Experience of working in an administrative environment.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan, prioritise and manage a varied workload.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with young people, families, colleagues and stakeholders.
- Experience of working with young people would be advantageous.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience of NHS systems would be desirable, including CHI, EMIS Web, PIMS, SCI Store, SCI Gateway, Clinical Portal, Care First, SSTS, EESS and FM First.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Good attention to detail and accuracy when managing data, referrals and appointments.
- Experience of maintaining confidential records and handling sensitive information appropriately.
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact:Scott Dickson - Business Support Manager for GCYHS on 01414512727 or scott.dickson3@nhs.scot
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