Administrative Assistant – Royal Hospital for Children & Young People

About the role

This full‑time position provides essential administrative support to clinicians at the Royal Hospital for Children & Young People in Edinburgh. Working 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday, you will be based on‑site in a busy hospital environment.

Key responsibilities

• Answering telephone calls and directing enquiries.
• Scanning, uploading and filing documents.
• Manning a small reception area and greeting visitors.
• Audio typing and accurate data entry.
• Using department‑specific software to manage referrals and appointments.
• Processing referrals and scheduling appointments for clinical teams.

Required profile

• Ability to work on‑site at the Royal Hospital for Children & Young People, Little France, Edinburgh.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Commitment to NHS values of equality, diversity and patient‑centred care.

Required skills

• Audio typing.
• Data entry.
• Proficiency with department‑specific administrative software.

What we offer

• Support for disabled candidates and reasonable adjustments.
• A diverse and inclusive workplace committed to employee wellbeing.