Healthcare Administrator

Fixed Term or Secondment Opportunity\* for 12 months due to funding

• Secondment Opportunity Existing permanent employees must first discuss this opportunity with their substantive line manager and complete the secondment request form prior to interview. The secondment request form and the associated secondment policy can be found on the HR/Recruitment intranet pages and must be completed and signed by the substantive line manager. The Candidate should then take it with them to interview as confirmation that an agreement has been granted.

The post holder will provide comprehensive administrative support to the prison healthcare service, contributing to the effective delivery of care across the prison estate. Key responsibilities will include managing healthcare appointments and waiting lists, maintaining records and filing systems, updating databases, and liaising with external agencies to arrange throughcare appointments. The role will also involve providing general administrative support to the wider multidisciplinary healthcare team.

The service operates a structured rota system and clear role framework, ensuring appropriate support and an effective induction to enable a smooth transition into the post.

The successful candidate will be required to work flexibly and travel between the three prison sites within Forth Valley as required. However, the post will be *primarily based at HMP Polmont*.

Ability and willingness to travel throughout the area of service delivery is essential for this post.

Applicants should be educated to SVQ Level 2 or 3, or be able to demonstrate equivalent relevant experience. You should have strong organisational and communication skills, be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications, and be able to work independently using your own initiative, while also contributing positively as part of a team.

Flexibility in working hours may be available and can be discussed during the recruitment process There is an expectation of working Monday to Friday.

The duties of this post require the successful candidate to complete a Level 2 Disclosure Scotland check.

\*\*Please note we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage\*\*

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries regarding this post are welcome and should be directed to: *Connor Pool, Support Services Coordinator\- Connor.Pool@nhs.scot*

As from 1/4/26, the Agenda for Change full\-time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro\-rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applicants who require sponsorship to work in the UK are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria for the Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker visa routes. NHS Forth Valley may be able to offer sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. If you are currently working in the UK on a Skilled Worker visa, transitional arrangements may apply. Please note that sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case\-by\-case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre\-employment checks. For further information on visa requirements and sponsorship eligibility, please refer to the UK Government guidance.

It is also recommend that anyone applying for health and social care jobs in the UK from abroad read the following guidance: Applying for health and social care jobs in the UK from abroad \- GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third\-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.

Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e\-mail, therefore please check your e\-mail regularly (including junk folders) and your Jobtrain account for updates.

NHS Forth Valley is positive about disabled people and is committed to offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job. Please contact the Recruitment Office on 0330 041 4694 if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to assist you with your application and/or interview.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

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