Band 3 Administrator ; Temp

Honeycomb is proud to be partnering with Downshire Hospital to recruit a Temporary General Secretary (Band
3) on a full-time temporary basis.

Location: Mental Health Management Offices, Downshire Site, Downpatrick
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm (37.5 hours per week)
Contract: Temporary, initially 3 months (with potential extension)

Are you a skilled administrator looking to contribute to meaningful work? This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Mental Health Management team at the Downshire Site in Downpatrick as a Band 3 General Secretary.

In this role, you will play an important part in supporting the delivery of mental health services by providing efficient and professional administrative assistance. Working within a busy office environment, you will collaborate with a supportive team to help maintain high standards across the service.

• Deliver comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to the Mental Health Management team.
• Prepare and manage correspondence, reports, and general documentation with accuracy.
• Organise meetings, maintain diaries, and keep records up to date.
• Manage confidential and sensitive information appropriately and in line with procedures.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues and stakeholders to support daily operations.

• Minimum of 4 GCSEs (or equivalent qualifications)
• Previous experience in a clerical, administrative, or secretarial position
• Strong organisational and communication abilities
• Competent in IT systems and Microsoft Office packages
• Ability to prioritise workload and work independently.
• Professional approach when dealing with confidential information.

• Full-time hours with a consistent Monday-Friday schedule
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to gain experience within a well-established NHS setting.
• Chance to contribute to vital mental health services.

If you are meticulous, proactive, and eager to support impactful work, this could be the perfect role for you.

If you are motivated, dependable, and ready to build your experience in a professional environment, we would like to hear from you.

To apply in confidence, please submit your CV via the link provided or contact Geraldine Stevenson for more information.

If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know so appropriate arrangements can be made.

Please note:

Successful candidates may need to complete a Basic or Enhanced Access NI check (fee of £18+). A previous conviction will not automatically prevent appointment; all disclosures are managed confidentially.

Honeycomb is an equal opportunities employer. Due to high application volumes, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually, but we appreciate your interest in this role.

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