Apprentice Team Administrator

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust Apprentice Team Administrator The closing date is 21 August 2026 Apply for this job

Job summary

The Apprentice Team Administrator supports the Paediatric Nutrition & Dietetics Service by providing a comprehensive administrative service to clinicians, patients, families and associated healthcare professionals.

The post holder will undertake a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship and develop the knowledge and skills required to provide effective administrative support within a busy healthcare environment.

Main duties of the job Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, the post holder will manage routine administrative processes, patient communications, appointment administration and data entry activities.

The role requires excellent organisational, communication and IT skills, together with the ability to work accurately, prioritise workload, maintain confidentiality and deliver a professional service to patients, carers and colleagues. You will work four days a week - to be discussed at interview.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston. With an annual turnover of 2.6 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom.

Chaired by Ingrid Barker and led by Maria Kane as Chief Executive, Bristol NHS Foundation Trust aims to transform the way healthcare is delivered locally with a clear focus on making a difference for what we call our Four Ps: Better outcomes for our Patients More opportunities for our People Fairer more consistent care for our Population Best Value for Public Purse Our vision for five years from now: Patients will wait less time to be diagnosed and treated, and they will have the same high-quality experience and outcomes, regardless of who they are or where they live.

We will meet rising demand by maximising the use of our available resources. More care will be delivered nearer to patients, in their homes or the community. Digital technologies will have transformed the way we work and the way we deliver care.

Our people will feel engaged, energised and empowered by their work. We will be known as a place where people enjoy working, training and building a career. Our volume of globally renowned research and innovation will have grown significantly.

We will contribute to system financial balance

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Person Specification

Education and

qualifications

Essential GCSE English Language grade C / 4 or above (or equivalent) GCSE Maths Grade C / 4 or above (or equivalent) Willingness to undertake Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship Knowledge, skills and abilities Essential Effective communication skills with patients relatives and staff Polite and professional telephone manner Good organisation and time management skills Ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy Ability to work independently and as part of a team Good IT skills including Microsoft Office applications Desirable Knowledge of NHS administrative systems and procedures Experience Desirable Experience dealing with members of the public by telephone and in person Experience working in an administrative environment Previous NHS experience Basic clerical experience Personal Qualities Essential Flexible and adaptable approach to work Commitment to learning and development 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.

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Employer details Employer name Bristol NHS Foundation Trust Address Bristol Royal Hospital for Children Upper Maudlin Street BRISTOL BS2 8BJ United Kingdom Employer's website https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer contact details For questions about the job, contact: Office Manager Adele Stevens adele.stevens@uhbw.nhs.uk 01173428218 Details Date posted 10 August 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £25,272 a year pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 387-WC5591-LMG Job locations Bristol Royal Hospital for Children Upper Maudlin Street BRISTOL BS2 8BJ United Kingdom Supporting documents Privacy notice Bristol NHS Foundation Trust 's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)