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Transition Administrator
Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
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Reference: 2415443
Job summary
Permanent | Part Time (15.75)
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Healthcare Transition Team at Sheffield Children's Hospital. This role will support the development and delivery of high-quality, patient-focused care for young people requiring transitional care across a range of specialties.
The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative support to the team, including organising and coordinating meetings, taking and distributing meeting minutes, managing diaries, and undertaking a variety of other administrative duties as required.
The Healthcare Transition Team is a small, friendly, and supportive central team based on the main acute site at Sheffield Children's Hospital.
Working across the Trust and all care groups, the team provides expert guidance and support to specialties throughout the transition process, helping to ensure young people experience a smooth and effective transition into adult services.
Main duties of the job
This role is responsible for providing administrative and clerical support to the Healthcare Transition team
o The post holder will aid the team in the completion of specific tasks associated with the delivery of Healthcare Transition.o The position requires sound knowledge of IT systems, excellent communication skills with staff at various levels in the organisation and will necessitate hands-on use of information systems.o The post holder must establish good working relationships and clear communications with colleagues. These working relationships will be at every level including senior clinicians and managers.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Details
Date posted
09 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
425-26-8277752-A
Job locations
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Western Bank
Sheffield
S10 2TH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
****We strongly encourage all applicants to review their right to work eligibility before submitting an application to help avoid any disappointment during the recruitment process.
This role has been assigned occupation code4142 using the CASCOT coding tool. Under current Home Office guidance for further information on occupation codes, sponsorship eligibility and right-to-work requirements, please visit:Skilled Worker visa: Your Job GOV.UK. Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
****We strongly encourage all applicants to review their right to work eligibility before submitting an application to help avoid any disappointment during the recruitment process.
This role has been assigned occupation code4142 using the CASCOT coding tool. Under current Home Office guidance for further information on occupation codes, sponsorship eligibility and right-to-work requirements, please visit:Skilled Worker visa: Your Job GOV.UK. Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Educated to GCSE or equivalent standard in Maths and English
Desirable
- ECDL
Experience
Essential
- Competent user of Microsoft Word, Excel, email and the internet
- Experience of collecting, reviewing and inputting information into databases and spreadsheets
- Experience with compiling information from a number of sources and presenting it in written format
- Experience of diary management
Desirable
- Previous experience of administrative work within a healthcare environment
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Good understanding of a variety of methods of collecting and reporting information
- Ability to prioritise and organise work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
- Ability to use own initiative
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Adaptable to change.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Educated to GCSE or equivalent standard in Maths and English
Desirable
- ECDL
Experience
Essential
- Competent user of Microsoft Word, Excel, email and the internet
- Experience of collecting, reviewing and inputting information into databases and spreadsheets
- Experience with compiling information from a number of sources and presenting it in written format
- Experience of diary management
Desirable
- Previous experience of administrative work within a healthcare environment
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Good understanding of a variety of methods of collecting and reporting information
- Ability to prioritise and organise work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
- Ability to use own initiative
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Adaptable to change.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Western Bank
Sheffield
S10 2TH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Western Bank
Sheffield
S10 2TH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)