Ward Clerk

Ward Clerk

The closing date is 15 January 2026

This post is fixed term/secondment for 9 months covering maternity leave.

If you are interested applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to work on Ward 7. We are looking to appoint a person with a flexible approach to work and general clerical skills, who can cope well under pressure. Someone who enjoys working with members of the public and being a vital member of our friendly, hardworking team.

The successful candidate will need to be forward thinking and be able to provide a full range of clerical duties to support the smooth running of the ward.

The role is varied and includes assisting with general ward tidiness, filling, scanning, photocopying, medical data inputting, booking out patient appointments and a pleasant telephone manner.

Good communication and organisational skills are essential. Knowledge of health IT systems is desirable though full training will be given.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post;
Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

You will be responsible for the maintenance of patient notes, computer systems, answering phone calls, scanning documents.

You will be expected to communicate with a wide range of professionals, Consultants, doctors, nursing staff, patients and relatives.

You will be expected to organise your own workload in order to maintain an efficient and professional service.

Photocopying documents/notes as required. Locate, collate, file and store patients notes as appropriate.

Contribute to a welcoming atmosphere within the ward making users feel comfortable and at ease.

Report any problems relevant to the ward to the senior nurse in charge.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline ther you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including: a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

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.

• Previous clerical/administrative experience
• Previous experience within NHS

• Good standard of education
• Knowledge of patient administrative system

• Time management
• Welsh language speaking/listening skills at a level 3 or above

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.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board