Job Description

This position is working on a the mixed antenatal and postnatal ward in the maternity department on Maternity Ward 2. The successful candidate will need to have a friendly manner to welcome visitors and patients, alongside assisting with administrative duties on the ward.
The post involves a mixture of long day shifts covering weekdays, weekends and some bank holidays. This post will require some flexibility regarding the working hours. A long day shift covers the time period of 0730-2030hrs and is requested of the successful candidate. Occasional short shifts may be agreed with manager to meet needs of the service.
We are seeking a professional, motivated, flexible person to join our team. The successful applicant will be expected to be computer literate, have effective communication skills and maintain strict confidentiality.
The role will require a range of duties, both administrative and reception, to assist the Dr's, Midwives and Support staff within a busy ward, helping maintain the smooth running of the ward.
The role requires excellent organisational skills, and the ability to be calm and patient under pressure. A smart and professional appearance and attitude is essential as the Ward Clerk is often the first point of contact with women and their families, visitors and staff.
Main duties of the job
Administrative/Clerical

• Responsible for collection of notes for the clinic, filing all relevant results in patient records, tracking and returning notes.
• Greeting patients and visitors to the ward.
• Reception duties whereby all relevant paperwork is compiled and notes are attended to.
• Answer the telephone and take and record messages whilst adhering to the telephone standard applicable throughout the Trust and alert the midwives to any action required.
• Provide clerical support to the Midwives and Dr's in relation to filing, emailing, faxing and obtaining patient records and results as appropriate.
• Responsible for the ordering and collection of stationery and ensuring all appropriate documents, Patient Information Leaflets and general items required are well stocked and readily available.
• Inputting data onto relevant databases
• Passing on information to the Midwifery team
• Issue client car park permits and direct them to the general office.
• Assist with the paper results on a daily basis by checking for appointments, filing and issuing letters to the patient as instructed by the midwives.
• Provide holiday and sickness cover for other clerical staff as required.
• Undertake administrative tasks specific to the role of the Delivery Suite/Antenatal/postnatal area.

About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
Benefits we offer to you:
o Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
o NHS pension scheme membership
o Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
o NHS Staff discounts
o Cycle to work scheme
oSalary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
o Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Details
Date posted
11 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
24,465 a year pro rata per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
362-A-25-7334344-A
Job locations
Ward Maternity 2, Maternity Department, Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
Poplar Grove
Stockport
SK2 7JE
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of 54.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary
In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of 16. Job description
Job responsibilities
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of 54.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary
In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of 16.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential

• good general education ( maths and english GCSE or equivalent)
• ECDL or equivalent IT skills

knowledge
Essential

• microsoft office/windows

Desirable

• patient administration system

Experience
Essential

• experience of working 'face to face' with the general public as part of a team as well as ability to use own initiatives.
• reception duties

Desirable

• previous NHS experience
• experience of working in an adminstrative environment

skills and abilities
Essential

• excellent communication skills at all levels
• excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload
• proficient user of IT including microsoft
• ability to cope in a busy working environment under pressure

Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential

• good general education ( maths and english GCSE or equivalent)
• ECDL or equivalent IT skills

knowledge
Essential

• microsoft office/windows

Desirable

• patient administration system

Experience
Essential

• experience of working 'face to face' with the general public as part of a team as well as ability to use own initiatives.
• reception duties

Desirable

• previous NHS experience
• experience of working in an adminstrative environment

skills and abilities
Essential

• excellent communication skills at all levels
• excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload
• proficient user of IT including microsoft
• ability to cope in a busy working environment under pressure

Skills Required