Medical Secretary Team Leader

• This post will be responsible for the day to day supervision of the Administration team.
• This post will ensure that the Administration team will provide a professional, comprehensive, efficient, accurate and timely service.
• This post will provide high quality personal assistance to management team including responsible administrative support in their absence, using own initiative and working without supervision.
• Ensure all information is secure and confidentiality of information is maintained at all times.
• Provide excellent customer care which may include communication with distressed and anxious patients and relatives, treating them with tact and empathy.
• Ensure the professional image of the Trust is maintained at all times.

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

We are looking to recruit a full time Medical Secretary Team Leader to join lead our Paediatric Admin team.

Whilst existing leadership experience is preferred, we would encourage applications from experienced Medical Secretaries looking to progress into their first formal leadership role.

The ideal candidate will have strong prioritisation skills, a passion for leading and enjoy working as part of a busy team. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and proven experience in dealing with service users on the telephone. You will be flexible and adaptable with excellent IT skills. You will also have the ability to use your own initiative to meet the changing needs of the department and the Paediatric Service.

Working Pattern:37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00.

Interview Date:Tuesday 17th February 2026

For further information please contact:Emily Passmore, Admin Line Manager @

This is an internal vacancy for Royal Devon employees, therefore Bank workers are currently not eligible to apply for this vacancy.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust
and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the‑art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world‑class care to our local communities.

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