Ward Clerk - OPMH

Primrose Ward is a busy Older Peoples Mental Health inpatient service, and the Ward Clerk plays a central role in keeping the ward organised, responsive and running safely. This post provides comprehensive administrative support to the Ward Manager, Clinical Lead Nurse, Matron and wider multidisciplinary team, ensuring that clinical staff are able to focus on delivering high quality patient care.

You will oversee the smooth flow of information across the ward, acting as a key contact for patients, families, carers and external professionals. They will ensure patient records and documentation are accurate, up to date and managed in line with Trust standards. The Ward Clerk will support the coordination of ward activity, including arranging meetings, preparing paperwork, managing diaries and ensuring timely communication of essential information.

The role also involves supporting workforce and operational processes such as maintaining safer staffing data, updating rosters, processing sickness and training information, and liaising with NHSP.