Total 21 Administrative / Clerical job vacancies in Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8EQ

Night Shift Customs Clerk

Location: Dover

Industry: Logistics

Contract: Perm

Shifts: 4 on/4 off 12-hour night shifts (7.00pm-7.00am)

Salary: £28,000 Per Annum

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Night Shift Customs Clerk to join our client's team. The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a Customs Clerk and a strong understanding of customs clearance procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee import/export customs documentation, including declarations, clearances, and entry checks.
• Address and resolve enquiries on customs procedures, classifications, duty rates, and documentation.
• Interact professionally with clients to collect necessary customs information and offer support.
• Respond to customs queries on active declarations and ensure accurate data across systems.
• Maintain compliance with HMRC and regulatory standards, advising clients as needed.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a customs clerk is essential
• Proficiency in using customs software is essential
• Strong understanding of customs clearance requirements and regulations
• Experience in road transport, logistics, or haulage is desirable
• Must be able to work 4-on/4-off 12-hour night shifts (7.00pm-7.00am)

If you are a proactive and detail-oriented individual with previous Customs Clerk experience, we invite you to apply for this exciting Night Shift Customs Clerk opportunity!

Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Standard Level. At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work. We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Interview Date: TBC

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Medical Secretary position within the Ear, Nose and Throat Department on a 12 month fixed contract.

You will be experienced and motivated and have an excellent range of PA and Secretarial skills; ideally including a solid knowledge of medical terminology - though this is not essential and accurate audio typing skills.

You must have a flexible approach to the needs of the service and demonstrate excellent typing, communication, organisational, administrative and interpersonal skills, a good telephone manner and a caring attitude. You should have the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a timely manner.

If you are successful and invited to interview there will be a short typing test within your interview.

You should be self-motivated with the ability to work in a busy and pressured environment. You should be able to demonstrate good communication and organisational skills, along with a flexible approach to duties.

You should also hold relevant secretarial or audio typing qualifications and have previous secretarial or PA experience. Knowledge and experience within the Health sector would be beneficial but not essential.

Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.

MTW is a large acute hospital trust in the south-east of England.


We provide a full range of general hospital services and some aspects of specialist and complex care to around 600,000 people living in west Kent and East Sussex. We have a team of over 8,000 full and part-time staff. We also provide specialist cancer services to around 2 million people across Kent and East Sussex via the Kent Oncology Centre.


In the 2024 NHS staff survey, our employees ranked MTW among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and the second-best Trust to work for in the South East.


Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.

Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Standard Level.

At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.

We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Interview Date: TBC


This advert closes on Monday 18 Nov 2024

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Bank Admin Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of responsibilities to help us deliver the quality care and support our residents deserve. In this varied role, we'll need you to answer the phone, handle our files and support our managers. You'll also meet and greet visitors, engage with residents and show prospective clients and their families around so they can see what makes us so different. Across everything you do as an Admin Assistant here, you'll go out of your way to help us create a vibrant, happy environment. ABOUT YOUIf you have the ability to multi-task, good computer skills and a confident telephone manner you could be well-suited to the Admin Assistant role with us. It's also really important that you're a people person you'll take a genuine interest in our residents and their families. If that sounds like you, we'll give you the opportunity to develop your skills with courses that have been designed to build your confidence across all your responsibilities. REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. If you'd like to use your administration and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

National Probation Service - Case Administrator
Overview:
We've got a great opportunity for a full time, temporary-ongoing role in the Miadstone Area.
o Full time - Monday - Friday
o Start Date: ASAP
o Location - Maidstone
o Pay Rate: £11.44

The individual will follow set procedures and will exercise some independent judgement in carrying out instructions, under general supervision. Examples of work performed will include but not be restricted to:
o To greet offenders and visitors, log their arrival and departure, ensure the appropriate member of staff is notified and issue visitor passes and security fobs as necessary
o To handle all queries, referring on when unable to resolve
o To handle incoming and outgoing telephone calls, take messages and transmit to the appropriate person.
o To deal with all mail items; incoming, outgoing and internal
o To take bookings, support and service meeting rooms including training event registration as required
o To support the allocation and booking of hot desks, car parking and pool cars as required
o To pay bus fares/travel warrants to offenders and handle day to day petty cash
o To assist in maintaining Health and Safety and security aspects of the premises, including the testing of fire alarms, testing panic alarms, monitoring CCTV and assisting evacuation measures
o To log building faults and incidents and keep a log of maintenance and repairs
o To ensure faults are reported and servicing requests for equipment are made with suppliers and contractors
o To assist with scanning and archiving as required
o To access databases for information as necessary and input information as required
o To practice safer working and adhere to data protection, confidentiality policies and legislation
o To produce operational returns as required
o To assist in other duties deemed appropriate for this grade of position

At Brook Street, we believe that by harnessing diversity of thought and experience across our company, exceptional things happen. We continually strive for a highly diverse workforce and an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, listened to and able to discover their personal best.

Brook Street is a Disability Confident Leader, and we have also hold Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

Our supply of Contingent Workers to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR) has driven us to take further steps in supporting candidates with disabilities or veterans. Through our Guaranteed Interview Scheme, we offer candidates with disabilities and veteran who meet the stipulated criteria for the role, a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability or a veteran, we encourage you to reach out to us via email at , providing the role's navigation link and your qualifications. We are committed to engaging with you.

Throughout the application process we will discuss any reasonable adjustments needed. Your comfort and accessibility are of utmost importance to us, and we are eager to ensure a seamless communication journey.

Requirements:
All offers are subject to 3 years referencing checks and a DBS.

If this role interests you, please apply below.

Brook Street is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.

As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. 

In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

National Probation Service - Case Administrator
Overview:
We've got a great opportunity for a full time, temporary-ongoing role in the Medway area.
o Full time - Monday - Friday
o Start Date: ASAP
o Location - Medway
o Pay Rate: £11.44h

The individual will follow set procedures and will exercise some independent judgement in carrying out instructions, under general supervision. Examples of work performed will include but not be restricted to:
o To greet offenders and visitors, log their arrival and departure, ensure the appropriate member of staff is notified and issue visitor passes and security fobs as necessary
o To handle all queries, referring on when unable to resolve
o To handle incoming and outgoing telephone calls, take messages and transmit to the appropriate person.
o To deal with all mail items; incoming, outgoing and internal
o To take bookings, support and service meeting rooms including training event registration as required
o To support the allocation and booking of hot desks, car parking and pool cars as required
o To pay bus fares/travel warrants to offenders and handle day to day petty cash
o To assist in maintaining Health and Safety and security aspects of the premises, including the testing of fire alarms, testing panic alarms, monitoring CCTV and assisting evacuation measures
o To log building faults and incidents and keep a log of maintenance and repairs
o To ensure faults are reported and servicing requests for equipment are made with suppliers and contractors
o To assist with scanning and archiving as required
o To access databases for information as necessary and input information as required
o To practice safer working and adhere to data protection, confidentiality policies and legislation
o To produce operational returns as required
o To assist in other duties deemed appropriate for this grade of position

At Brook Street, we believe that by harnessing diversity of thought and experience across our company, exceptional things happen. We continually strive for a highly diverse workforce and an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, listened to and able to discover their personal best.

Brook Street is a Disability Confident Leader, and we have also hold Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

Our supply of Contingent Workers to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR) has driven us to take further steps in supporting candidates with disabilities or veterans. Through our Guaranteed Interview Scheme, we offer candidates with disabilities and veteran who meet the stipulated criteria for the role, a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability or a veteran, we encourage you to reach out to us via email at , providing the role's navigation link and your qualifications. We are committed to engaging with you.

Throughout the application process we will discuss any reasonable adjustments needed. Your comfort and accessibility are of utmost importance to us, and we are eager to ensure a seamless communication journey.

Requirements:
All offers are subject to 3 years referencing checks and a DBS.

If this role interests you, please apply below.

Brook Street is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.

As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. 

In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

Personal Trainer

Tunbridge Wells FWC | Fitness | Permanent | Full time

From £28,512.64 up to £39,108.16 OTE depending on experience

40 hours per week

If you're a Wellbeing Personal Trainer who's ambitious and caring, you'll love being a part of Nuffield Health. As the UK's largest Healthcare Charity, we offer somewhere you can grow while you're making a lasting difference to people's lives. Plus, we'll give you paid holiday and you won't have to pay a fee to train clients at our facilities.

As a Wellbeing Personal Trainer at our Tunbridge Wells Fitness and Wellbeing Club, you're confident, outgoing and approachable. Whether you've been training for a while or just recently qualified, it's important that you've achieved REPs Level 3 or CIMSPA Practitioner (or above). A natural communicator, you're great at listening, understanding and explaining things.

As a Personal Trainer, you will:

• Have full access to Nuffield Health's incredible range of services

• Connect with and motivate members to reach their fitness goals and maintain a healthier lifestyle

• Be confident about delivering a range of sessions and consultations

• Carry out high-quality inductions, Personal best programmes, group and personal training sessions, and general gym duties

• Enjoy clear career progression with unrivalled opportunities to move onwards and upwards

• Explore opportunities to progress into a Wellbeing Lead and management roles

• Have the opportunity for further training from the in house Personal Best program, upskilling to Les Mills instructor and group cycle, plus additional CPD opportunities

Salary is based on 40 hours a week, made up of 32 Hours gym floor with 8 hours of PT sessions. As your client base grows, you will drop your gym floor hours to maximise your PT earning potential of up to £39,108.16 OTE.

Whilst on probation all contracts will be a minimum of 24 gym floor hours, this is to ensure you earn a guaranteed minimum salary. Your earning will increase as you establish your PT clients and improve your earning potential.

PT sessions have a sliding scale, the more you deliver the more your take home earning potential is.

Helping you feel good.

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From free gym membership to physiotherapy, private healthcare, financial wellbeing advice and more. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.

If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role.

It starts with you.

Hays are recruiting for a French-speaking Admin Coordinator for our client based in the Southeast of Kent. This is a permanent position for the successful candidate.

Salary - £24,000 - £25,000
Monday to Friday 8:30 - 5:00

Job responsibilities:

* Conduct supplier assessments and evaluations to ensure they meet the company's standards and requirements

* Facilitate the onboarding process for new suppliers, ensuring all documentation and compliance requirements are met

* Maintain an up-to-date database of suppliers and performance metrics

* Coordinate with suppliers to address any issues, discrepancies or areas for improvement

* Monitor supplier performance and conduct regular reviews

* Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to foster collaboration and mutual benefits

* Identify potential risks

* Facilitate communication and collaboration between internal teams and suppliers

* Occasional travel to suppliers' sites, as and when required


Candidate requirements:
* Attention to detail

* Ability to build and maintain positive professional relationships

* Microsoft Office knowledge

* Exceptional interpersonal communication skills & team player

* Good telephone manners

* Willingness to develop an in-depth understanding of the business and related services

* Analytical and research skills

* To be able to multitask and make swift decisions and priorities

* Adapting actions to the needs and wishes of customers

* Problem-solving and conflict resolution capabilities

* An additional language, either French or Italian


If you have experience and are interested in the position, please apply online with your CV.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check atStandard Level. At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work. We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Interview Date: To be confirmed

The post holder must register and book appointments for all patients, on any pathway into the flexible cystoscopy service.

To provide admin support to the Lead Urology Nurse Cystoscopist, including with assisting the tracking of patients through pathways, obtaining reports for imaging in a timely manner to assist the Lead Nurse’s clinics.

We are a team of 4 Specialties Urology, Breast, gynae-oncology and Vascular.

This role will involve working within Urology to book appointments, take calls and reply to emails. Ensuring that high quality patient care is at the forefront.

Please note, we are a cross site trust working at both Maidstone and Pembury.

Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.

MTW is a large acute hospital trust in the south-east of England.

We provide a full range of general hospital services and some aspects of specialist and complex care to around 600,000 people living in west Kent and East Sussex. We have a team of over 8,000 full and part-time staff. We also provide specialist cancer services to around 2 million people across Kent and East Sussex via the Kent Oncology Centre.

In the 2024 NHS staff survey, our employees ranked MTW among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and the second-best Trust to work for in the South East.

Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.

Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Standard Level.

At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.

We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Interview Date: To be confirmed


This advert closes on Friday 1 Nov 2024

About Us


Bexley is an outer London Borough with the best of both worlds, located between the hustle and bustle of London and the Garden of England, Kent. Within the borough we have award winning parks, open spaces and listed heritage sites.



Leaving Care team which is part of Bexley’s Looked After Children and Permanence Service.



The leaving care team works with young people aged 18-25 who were previously in care. Following ongoing assessments, the team provides information, advice, guidance and support to enable young people to make a successful transition into adulthood.

About the Role


The London Borough of Bexley is looking for a committed and self-motivated person to provide support and advice to Care Leavers aged 18-25 as they make the transition from care to independence.



You will work within the Leaving Care team which is part of Bexley’s Looked After Children and Permanence Service.



You will hold a case load of care leavers providing 1:1 support, and undertake the role of Personal Advisor as described in the Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000 and the new Children and Social Work Act 2017. This includes reviewing and updating the Pathways Plan on a 6 monthly basis. The job is based in the Council’s Civic Offices, Bexleyheath but will involve meetings in education and training settings.



Please refer to the Job Description for more information.



We will offer you in return a package that includes a competitive salary, an excellent pension scheme and generous annual leave plus bank holidays. For more information on the benefits package on offer please refer to the Candidate Information document.


Candidate Profile


You will have experience of working with young people in a professional capacity and have an understanding of the challenges facing care leavers as they make the transition to independence. You will also have enthusiasm and creativity in engaging with young people.



For the full list of essential and desirable criteria for this role then please refer to the Person Specification within the Job Description.



Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)



This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.



This post is considered by the authority to be a customer-facing position; as such it falls within scope of the Code of Practice on English language requirement for public sector workers. The council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the JD/Person Specification. These will be applied during the recruitment/selection and probationary stages.


Additional Information



As a disability confident employer Bexley welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on recruitment@bexley.gov.uk

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Exciting Career Opportunity: Conveyancing Legal Secretary

Location: Sittingbourne
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Join my client who is a forward-thinking law firm where your skills are recognised and rewarded. I am seeking a dynamic, organised, and IT-literate individual with an enthusiastic approach to helping deliver excellent client service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Audio and copy typing of letters, legal forms (Oyez), and quotes with speed and accuracy
• Provide exceptional client service over the phone and in person, maintaining a professional and approachable manner
• Manage administrative duties such as filing, photocopying, and updating client records
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date legal files, ensuring attention to detail
• Arrange appointments and liaise with clients
• Input data into our client case management system
• Collaborate with the team, providing secretarial and telephone support when needed
• Handle confidential information with care and discretion

Ideal Candidate:

• An experienced Conveyancing Legal Secretary who can work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Someone with excellent communication skills and a friendly, confident manner
• A professional with a keen eye for detail, ensuring tasks are completed to a high standard
• A dynamic team player who is IT literate and eager to contribute to delivering outstanding client service

Key Skills:

• Proven experience as a Conveyancing Legal Secretary is (Essential)
• Fast, accurate typing and a strong command of Microsoft Word (Essential)
• A Legal Secretary qualification is a plus, though not essential

Benefits Include:
We value our team and provide a range of fantastic benefits, including:

• Discretionary bonus scheme: In 2023/2024, staff received a 10% bonus
• Pension scheme to help secure your future
• Life cover at 3x your salary for peace of mind
• Paid sick leave to support your well-being
• Membership to Benenden Healthcare
• Car-sharing scheme and Bike2Work scheme to promote green commuting
• Ongoing training and development
• And many more………

Please submit your CV (in Word) and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and explaining why you are interested in this role to: z.rawlinson@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk

New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Committed to diversity, equality and opportunity for all.

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Job Title: Conveyancing Legal Secretary
Salary: Competitive
Location: Gillingham
Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5.00pm

My client, a prestigious award-winning firm located in Gillingham, is looking for a motivated and dedicated Legal Secretary to join their expanding team.

Benefits:

• 20 days holiday + Bank holidays and Christmas shutdown
• Pension Scheme
• Life Cover - 3x Salary
• Sponsored Professional Training
• Discretional Bonus Scheme
• Membership to Benenden Healthcare
• Staff social events
• Car Sharing & Bike2Work Schemes
• Mental Health Support

Key Responsibilities:

• Answer phone calls politely and professionally.
• Handle general administrative tasks like photocopying and updating client information.
• Audio and copy typing all correspondence to include letters, legal forms (Oyez) and quotes.
• Filing documents and keeping the records organised.
• Arranging appointments and dealing with clients.
• Enter and update data in the company's case management system.
• Work as part of a team, helping with secretarial duties and phone cover when needed.
• Manage confidential information with care.
• Manage case files and draft contracts.

We're looking for:

• Proven experience working as a Conveyancing Legal Secretary.
• The ability to manage a busy workload.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply today with your CV!

Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Standard Level. At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work. We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Interview Date: To be confirmed

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Medical Secretary within our Acute Medicine and Geriatrics directorate at Maidstone Hospital.

We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic Secretary who can provide a competent and effective Secretarial Service to Consultants and their teams within the Acute medicine and Geriatrics unit.

You will have exceptional secretarial skills , and knowledge of all Microsoft packages. You should demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills, be a team player, be self-motivated, able to prioritise a busy workload, work to deadlines and have a flexible approach to your duties.

If you would like to work in an exciting, supportive, and friendly working environment, this could be the role for you!

By the nature of the duties, the post holder will be required to maintain strict confidentiality and will be expected to deal with patients, carers, relatives, medical staff and other visitors within the Division in person and/or in writing, with courtesy and discretion at all times

The post holder must be able to work with limited supervision, use own initiative, keep to strict deadlines and have excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.

Previous experience working as a Medical Secretary within the health sector would be beneficial but not essential you should have knowledge of office equipment and systems along with word/processing/typing or equivalent and knowledge of Medical Terminology.

MTW is a large acute hospital trust in the south-east of England.


We provide a full range of general hospital services and some aspects of specialist and complex care to around 600,000 people living in west Kent and East Sussex. We have a team of over 8,000 full and part-time staff. We also provide specialist cancer services to around 2 million people across Kent and East Sussex via the Kent Oncology Centre.


In the 2024 NHS staff survey, our employees ranked MTW among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and the second-best Trust to work for in the South East.


Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.

Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Standard Level.

At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.

We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Interview Date: To be confirmed


This advert closes on Tuesday 29 Oct 2024