Job overview

Main duties of the job

Main duties and responsibilities
To assist the Support Manager and Senior Specialty Manager for the Family and Specialist Services Division in the management of the administrative staff by:
• Organising and ensuring the smooth running of the functions of the administrative team within the department
• Ensuring an appropriate level of pathway co-ordination and administrative support is maintained at all times by coordinating and monitoring requests for leave etc. 
• Carrying out the day to day supervision of the administrative team across the specialty. 
• Undertaking staff appraisal to identify development and training needs. 
• Developing computerised and manual systems for managing information and paperwork within the office. 
• Taking part in recruitment, selection and induction of administrative staff 
• Identifying and dealing with performance management issues, i.e. conduct, performance, sickness / ill health etc. in line with Trust procedures.
• Taking responsibility for the maintenance of equipment and the ordering and controlling of stationery used by the administrative staff across the department, liaising with appropriate companies/departments for repair/replacement.

Working for our organisation

At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone’s contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country. 

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks – celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We’ve even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about  living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we’re providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.