Secretary​/Typist

Job Summary

Support Secretary/Typist – Band 3

18.75 hours Wednesday to Friday

2‑year fixed term

Previous applicants need not apply.

Are you currently working in the NHS or similar environment and have fantastic administration and typing skills? A great multitasker? A good eye for detail?

Would you like to be part of a supportive team who work together to help our patients?

You will be passionate about our business, creating a culture of continuous improvement, where patient welfare is at the heart of all you do.

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, enthusiastic individual to join our secretarial and admin team. The post holder will provide an excellent administrative service to enable the delivery of an effective, efficient and timely service to our patients and their families. If you enjoy communicating with people, are a good team player with excellent oral and written communication skills, and have a willingness to contribute to positive team working, we would love to hear from you!

This post holder is responsible for:

• Typing, transcribing and checking of clinical correspondence and documents relating to patient pathways via audio digital dictation.
• Producing letters within the agreed time frame ensuring quality and accuracy is maintained at all times.
• Managing the patient's pathway by responding to queries and requests in clinical correspondence.
• Communicating these actions via the IT solutions provided to consultant secretaries and waiting list coordinators.
• Carrying out duties in line with national and local targets and achieving all KPIs.

Please note that whilst the trust does offer sponsorship, this role is unfortunately not eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Skilled Worker visa route. This is due to the position not meeting the minimum salary threshold of £41,700 per annum and/or the required skill level set by UK Visas and Immigration.

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity and encourage applications from candidates who already have the right to work in the UK
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Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for adults and children.

Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.

Values & behaviours we expect all staff to demonstrate:

• Compassion
• Accountability
• Respect
• Excellence

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are under‑represented in our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ & Disabled people.

• Flexible working
• 27‑33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Sick pay
• NHS Pension Scheme
• Free eye tests and health checks
• Gym discount
• Free bicycle loan scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more

Date posted: 29 January 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: 3

Salary: £24,937 to £26,598 a year Pro‑rata per annum

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 2 years

Working pattern: Part‑time

Reference number: 245‑ADM3

SEC‑01‑26

Job location: Tameside General Hospital, Fountain Street, Ashton‑under‑Lyne, OL6 9RW

Essential Education Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE C/4 English/Maths level or equivalent

Desirable Qualifications

• RSA3 or equivalent
• AMSPAR or equivalent
• Audio transcription

Essential Experience

• Previous experience of audio typing and/or voice recognition transcribing
• Experience as a medical secretary
• Experience of dealing with members of the public
• Working as part of a team
• Experience of working directly with medical staff
• Experience of working to national standards and guidelines

Desirable Experience

• Experience working in an acute hospital setting

Essential Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent…