Job Description

This post is fixed term for 15 months from start date due to apprenticeship contract
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to join our small, friendly team within the Cellular Pathology department. Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this post. The role involves a full range of administrative and secretarial services to the Cellular Pathology Team in support of the effective delivery of services.
Main duties of the job
To undertake all clerical duties appropriate to the grade but mainly the input and issuing of patient details, Cellular Pathology reports and Post Mortem reports.
To attend regular review meetings with the supervisor and assessor, leading to an Apprenticeship Qualification in Digital Skills for Business Level 2.
This qualification consists of:

• Level 2 Diploma in Digital Skills for Business (QCF)

• Essential Skills - Application of Number (AON) Level 1 *

• Essential Skills - Communication Level 1 *

• Essential Skills - Digital Literacy Level 2

• Foundation Apprenticeship in Digital Skills for Business

Please note if you are already degree qualified you will be ineligible to apply due to Welsh Government funding criteria on the level 2 qualification.
Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Details
Date posted
01 August 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
18,427.50 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
15 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
001-AC161-0825
Job locations
University Hospital of Wales
Heath
Cardiff
CF14 4XW
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Good standard of general education. Good command of English language and grammar

Desirable

• RSA I and II typing AMSPAR qualification

Experience
Essential

• Clerical/ office tasks Good keyboard skills MS Word, Office and Excel computer skills

Desirable

• Work Experience / Audio typing

Skills & Abilities
Essential

• Good Communication Skills / Accurate & Efficient typing skills / organisation of workload / work as part of a team

Desirable

• Some knowledge of anatomical/ medical terminology / Ability to follow procedures and protocols

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Diplomatic / Flexible / confidentiality / discreet / Good telephone manner

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Good standard of general education. Good command of English language and grammar

Desirable

• RSA I and II typing AMSPAR qualification

Experience
Essential

• Clerical/ office tasks Good keyboard skills MS Word, Office and Excel computer skills

Desirable

• Work Experience / Audio typing

Skills & Abilities
Essential

• Good Communication Skills / Accurate & Efficient typing skills / organisation of workload / work as part of a team

Desirable

• Some knowledge of anatomical/ medical terminology / Ability to follow procedures and protocols

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Diplomatic / Flexible / confidentiality / discreet / Good telephone manner