Ward Administrator

Description:

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Ward Administrator to join the multi-disciplinary team at Caravelle Ward, Crawley Hospital. The successful candidate will provide a full range of administrative support to the Ward Manager and Matron, ensuring smooth delivery of care within intermediate care units.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform a comprehensive range of administrative duties supporting ward operations

• Ensure clerical tasks are carried out effectively and in line with service objectives

• Maintain administrative systems and processes across the intermediate care units

• Support team efficiency through effective personal and administrative skills

Candidates must have a thorough understanding of healthcare service objectives and be able to support the ward team in all administrative aspects.

Working Hours: 30 hours per week, 4 days (8am–4pm)

Eligibility:

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; Skilled Worker visa sponsorship may not be available for this role

• Candidates should check eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship on the gov.uk website if required

About Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust:

The Trust provides NHS community services across East and West Sussex, employing 6,000 staff to serve 1.3 million people. Services include care in community hospitals, patient homes, and various care bases, aimed at improving health outcomes and reducing hospital admissions.

The Trust promotes:

• Compassionate leadership and wellbeing

• Flexible working options and part-time roles

• Comprehensive training, development, and research opportunities

• Inclusive work environment with active staff networks for EDI, wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, disability, and veterans

• Beautiful working locations across Sussex

The Trust’s values—Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence—guide all operations and patient care.