Job summary

Are you an organised, motivated and approachable individual looking for an opportunity to develop your career within the NHS?

Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust has a range ofadministrative opportunities available across our services and sites in Rotherham, Doncaster and North Lincolnshire. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who can provide high-quality administrative support and contribute to the effective delivery of our services.

Our administration roles are varied and may include opportunities within clinical services, corporate teams, community services, mental health services and other areas across the Trust. The exact duties, hours, shift pattern and environment will vary depending on the vacancy.

We welcome applications from experienced administrators as well as individuals looking to begin or develop their career within the NHS. Eligible roles will be offered as an apprenticeship opportunity.

You will have the opportunity to state your vacancy preference on your application and at interview. If you are appointable at interview but are not successful, you will be given the option to be added to our recruitment pipeline for any future vacancies that arise.

KEY DATES:

Closing Date: 27 September 2026

Shortlisting: 28 - 30 September 2026

Interviews: 5 - 7 October 2026

Main duties of the job

Depending on the position, your responsibilities may include:

• Providing efficient and professional administrative support to teams and services.
• Managing correspondence, records, databases and other information accurately.
• Arranging meetings, appointments and maintaining diaries where required.
• Communicating effectively with colleagues, patients, service users and external organisations in a professional and helpful manner.
• Processing information and completing administrative tasks within agreed timescales.
• Supporting clinical or operational teams with the smooth running of day-to-day services.
• Maintaining confidentiality and working in accordance with NHS policies and procedures.
• Deal with telephone enquiries in a courteous and efficient manner, recording messages as per agreed systems and escalating as per protocols.
• Provide line management within a nominated area including completing supervision and PDRs.

We are looking for people who are organised, reliable and able to prioritise their workload effectively. Good communication and IT skills, attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are important.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/about-us/getting-involved/work-with-us/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£26,299.62 to £27,476 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working, Home or remote working

Reference number

376-CR-ADMIN-01

Job locations

VARIOUS

VARIOUS SITES ACROSS RDASH FOOTPRINT

ROTHERHAM, DONCASTER, NORTH LINCS

DN4 8QN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job descriptions and person specification to view the full details about some of our roles.

Should you choose to apply, please ensure you are demonstrating how you meet the competencies highlighted in the question section of your application and provided detailed examples.

We reserve the right to close the post early if a high number of applications are received.

Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached job descriptions and person specification to view the full details about some of our roles. Should you choose to apply, please ensure you are demonstrating how you meet the competencies highlighted in the question section of your application and provided detailed examples. We reserve the right to close the post early if a high number of applications are received.

Person Specification

General

Essential

• Can you please confirm you will demonstrate how you meet the competencies highlighted in this section of your application and provide detailed examples?
• Please state your locality preference - Doncaster, Rotherham, North Lincolnshire (you can select more than one if applicable)
• Please state your admin role preferences i.e. ward based, corporate services, community services, reception

Artificial Intelligence

Essential

• Please confirm if you have used artificial intelligence to complete this application. If you choose to use AI or other tools to assist in writing your application, it is essential to personalise this information. Relying solely on AI to write your application can negatively impact your chances of success and may result in your application being rejected.

Qualifications

Essential

• English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2)
• NVQ level 2 or equivalent in a related subject
• NVQ level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship

Experience

Essential

• IT skills in Microsoft Office Packages
• Working in a busy office environment
• Office procedures i.e. filing, photocopying, message taking

Desirable

• Supervising colleagues
• Utilising online patient records systems

Knowledge

Essential

• Understand importance of maintaining confidentiality and security of information

Skills

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Awareness and understanding of the requirement for discretion and confidentiality

Person Specification General Essential Can you please confirm you will demonstrate how you meet the competencies highlighted in this section of your application and provide detailed examples? Please state your locality preference - Doncaster, Rotherham, North Lincolnshire (you can select more than one if applicable) Please state your admin role preferences i.e. ward based, corporate services, community services, reception Artificial Intelligence Essential Please confirm if you have used artificial intelligence to complete this application. If you choose to use AI or other tools to assist in writing your application, it is essential to personalise this information. Relying solely on AI to write your application can negatively impact your chances of success and may result in your application being rejected. Qualifications Essential English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2) NVQ level 2 or equivalent in a related subject NVQ level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship Experience Essential IT skills in Microsoft Office Packages Working in a busy office environment Office procedures i.e. filing, photocopying, message taking Desirable Supervising colleagues Utilising online patient records systems Knowledge Essential Understand importance of maintaining confidentiality and security of information Skills Essential Good interpersonal skills Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Awareness and understanding of the requirement for discretion and confidentiality

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

VARIOUS

VARIOUS SITES ACROSS RDASH FOOTPRINT

ROTHERHAM, DONCASTER, NORTH LINCS

DN4 8QN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

VARIOUS

VARIOUS SITES ACROSS RDASH FOOTPRINT

ROTHERHAM, DONCASTER, NORTH LINCS

DN4 8QN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)