• Job Description

  Req#: C9209-25-0282?language=en&page=43&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  We are looking for a proficient, friendly, conscientious Administrator who works well within in a team to join the Cheshire Diabetic Eye Screening Programme (DESP).

  The aim of the Cheshire DESP is to reduce the risk of sight loss amongst people with diabetes by inviting all eligible people for screening to ensure the early detection and appropriate monitoring and treatment of diabetic retinopathy.

  Applicants should be computer literate and have a good knowledge of Excel, with the ability to pick up new computer systems and ways of working easily. Applicants should have a courteous telephone manner and should be able to prioritise and manage their own workload. It is very important that applicants have attention to detail and have excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.

  If an Applicant does not have a Level 3 City and Guilds Certificate in Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Administration then the post holder will start as a Band 2 until a competency framework has been completed. They will then progress to a Band 3.

  Hours per week: 37.5. Monday to Friday (08.30am-16.30pm with a half hour lunch break).

  Main duties of the job

  Tasks include maintaining an accurate database of patients who need to be screened, providing a telephone service to patients and other healthcare professionals, data inputting, completing audits, booking appointments and making referrals to the hospital eye service.

  Other tasks include managing the post and maintaining failsafe by ensuring patients are seen in a timely manner.

  A knowledge of NHS computer systems, diabetic eye screening and Optomize would be desirable but not essential.

  Overseas candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a CoS for the post by assessing their circumstances against criteria specified on the Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

  About us

  It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

  COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.

  Details

  Date posted

  04 June 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 2

  Salary

  £24,169 to £25,674 a year per annum, pro rata

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time, Part-time

  Reference number

  209-A-25-7255311

  Job locations

  Alsager Health Centre

  12 Sandbach Road South

  Alsager

  ST7 2LU

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

  Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

  As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

  We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

  Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

  We look forward to receiving your application.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

  Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

  As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

  We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

  Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

  We look forward to receiving your application.

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • Good general level of education including GCSEs English and Maths

  Desirable

  • City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Diabetic Retinopathy Administration
  • ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence)
  • Customer care qualification
  • NVQ (National Vocational Qualifications) /Diploma in Administration

  Knowledge and Skills

  Essential

  • Understanding of diabetes and its complications
  • Computer literate i.e. proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook with the ability to easily adjust to in house computer systems
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Customer service skills
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
  • Ability to prioritise and own workload
  • Professional courteous telephone manner

  Experience

  Essential

  • Previous administration experience

  Desirable

  • NHS experience

  Specific Job Requirement

  Essential

  • Flexibility to complete other tasks and provide cover
  • Reliable and dependable
  • High attention to detail

  Other Role Requirements

  Essential

  • Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • Good general level of education including GCSEs English and Maths

  Desirable

  • City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Diabetic Retinopathy Administration
  • ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence)
  • Customer care qualification
  • NVQ (National Vocational Qualifications) /Diploma in Administration

  Knowledge and Skills

  Essential

  • Understanding of diabetes and its complications
  • Computer literate i.e. proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook with the ability to easily adjust to in house computer systems
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Customer service skills
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
  • Ability to prioritise and own workload
  • Professional courteous telephone manner

  Experience

  Essential

  • Previous administration experience

  Desirable

  • NHS experience

  Specific Job Requirement

  Essential

  • Flexibility to complete other tasks and provide cover
  • Reliable and dependable
  • High attention to detail

  Other Role Requirements

  Essential

  • Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details

  Disclosure and Barring Service Check

  This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

  Employer details

  Employer name

  East Cheshire NHS Trust

  Address

  Alsager Health Centre

  12 Sandbach Road South

  Alsager

  ST7 2LU

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  East Cheshire NHS Trust

  Address

  Alsager Health Centre

  12 Sandbach Road South

  Alsager

  ST7 2LU

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

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