Administration Assistant
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Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Administration Assistant
The closing date is 22 November 2026
Job summary
This is to recruit to an Administration Assistant vacancy on a 12 month fixed term contract. Base to be Basildon or Thurrock and will be confirmed at interview. Working hours 15 per week worked over three days 8.30 am to 1.30 pm. Working days to be discussed at interview.
The successful candidate will cover our reception areas as and when required. Our receptions are based within Thurrock, Basildon, Brentwood and Billericay.
We are looking for someone with the ability and confidence to use their own initiative and prioritise tasks. The post holder must possess excellent communication skills and relevant administrative experience,must be flexible and have attention to detail. You will also need to be computer literate with experience of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. You will be given full training on the various systems that we use.
We are looking for someone with a positive and compassionate approach to supporting patient care. The role will also include telephone calls and face to face contact with our patients and due to the nature of the services we provide administrative support for, these can sometimes be distressing.
We will offer you support, supervision, training and the opportunity for personal development.
Main duties of the job
The role will involve providing support to our clinical colleagues with administrative tasks by providing front line support, face to face and over the telephone. This role will involve travelling to the various sites we manage to provide admin support to our services and receptions.
You must be able to build effective working relationships, be approachable and accessible with a flexible approach to work. This is an excellent career development opportunity for a self-motivated and enthusiastic individual who wishes to pursue an administrative career in the NHS. Successful candidates will be expected to work in the organisation providing services in a professional, efficient, friendly and polite manner.
About us
Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.
- Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
- Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
- If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
- We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.
Benefits
- 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
- Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
- Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
- Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.
Work that wraps around your needs
- Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
- Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.
Details
Date posted
06 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£27,106 to £28,850 a year per annum, pro rata plus 5% High Cost Allowance
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
364-B-615
Job locations
Thurrock Hospital
Long Lane
Grays, Essex
RM16 2PX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The attached job description is a generic document for our administration assistant roles.
The attached person specification is a generic document for our administration assistant roles.
- To work as a member of the Directorates Administration Service ensuring that a high quality and efficient service is provided at all times, which may include giving support and providing cover in other areas as requested.
Job responsibilities
The attached job description is a generic document for our administration assistant roles.
The attached person specification is a generic document for our administration assistant roles.
- To work as a member of the Directorates Administration Service ensuring that a high quality and efficient service is provided at all times, which may include giving support and providing cover in other areas as requested.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Good standard of general education
Knowledge
Essential
- Literate in IT and Microsoft word packages
Desirable
- Knowledge of Trust systems, such as Mobius, QFlow, SystmOne
Skills/Experience
Essential
- General administration experience
Desirable
- Proven experience of working in an NHS admin role
Additional Qualities
Essential
- Ability to travel across Trust sites
Education
Essential
- Good standard of general education
Knowledge
Essential
- Literate in IT and Microsoft word packages
Desirable
- Knowledge of Trust systems, such as Mobius, QFlow, SystmOne
Skills/Experience
Essential
- General administration experience
Desirable
- Proven experience of working in an NHS admin role
Additional Qualities
Essential
- Ability to travel across Trust sites
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
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Thurrock Hospital
Long Lane
Grays, Essex
RM16 2PX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Thurrock Hospital
Long Lane
Grays, Essex
RM16 2PX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Admin Hub Lead
Kelly Shortall
07974826923
Details
Date posted
06 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£27,106 to £28,850 a year per annum, pro rata plus 5% High Cost Allowance
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
364-B-615
Job locations
Thurrock Hospital
Long Lane
Grays, Essex
RM16 2PX
United Kingdom
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