Administrative Assistant (Band 2)
Location: Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, Scotland
Salary: £26,000 – £28,000 (Pro-rata)
Contract: Permanent | Part-time – 18.3 hours/week (3 days)
Job Description
NHS Scotland is hiring a Therapy Services Administrative Assistant to join the busy admin team within the Therapy & Rehabilitation Directorate. This is an excellent opportunity to support Allied Health Professionals in a dynamic hospital environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive administrative and clerical support to Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and Speech & Language Therapists
- Ensure the efficient delivery of therapy care across a range of clinical services including:
- Orthopaedics
- Stroke
- Cardiology
- Neurosciences
- Acute Medicine
- Respiratory and more
- Work closely with both clinical and non-clinical staff to facilitate seamless service
Requirements
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Administrative experience (preferably in a healthcare setting)
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency with MS Office and digital record systems
Additional Information
- Based at Western General Hospital
- Band 2 role under NHS Scotland pay structure
- Salary will be pro-rata due to part-time hours
- Reasonable adjustments are available for applicants with disabilities, long-term health conditions, or neurodivergence
- You must have the legal right to work in the UK. Sponsorship may be possible for eligible roles—please check eligibility via the GOV.UK website before applying
- This post may require PVG Scheme membership depending on updated legislation from April 2025
Informal Enquiries
Dominique McIntosh (Business Support Manager)
Email: Dominique.mcintosh@nhs.scot
Phone: 0131 242 1657
Apply Early
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Application process
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