Team Secretary

Job summary Do you have a background in administration with the ability to communicate with patients, carers and relatives whilst remaining sensitive and empathic? Are you looking for a new rewarding role? Our Children's and Adolescent Mental Health Team in Yeovil are looking for a Team Secretary to work within our small team of administrators helping to ensure the smooth running of a CAMHS service which covers the East of the county of Somerset.Although you'll be primarily based in Yeovil, we are able to offer a mix of office based and home working. We are ideally looking for someone to work hrs per week (full time), but we are happy to explore options with candidates. Main duties of the job We are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly, helpful, and welcoming person, who thrives in a busy, ever-changing environment.The CAMHS East team sees children and young people where there are concerns about their emotional, psychological wellbeing or mental health. The team consists of Specialist CAMHS Psychiatrists, Mental Health Nurses, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Assistant Psychologists, Support Workers and Administrators.Your role will be to provide valuable secretarial and reception support to the team, enabling the service to run smoothly and continue to support young people and their families effectively.We welcome informal emails or phone calls so if you'd like to find out more about this role please do get in touch! About us As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone! Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached Job Description and Persons Specification for a full list of responsibilities. Person Specification Qualifications Desirable NVQ Business Administration or equivalent Knowledge Essential Knowledge and experience of Microsoft Office packages Experience Essential Previous Administration experience Experience of setting up and maintaining office systems Desirable Experience of contact with people who are accessing health or care services Experience of children and young people services