Administrative Assistant

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.

As an Administrative Assistant you will work within our Dental Services Childsmile and Oral Health Improvement Team. You will work as part of an integrated dental team and wider multidisciplinary team based at Ayr Hospital, although a degree of flexible working is required. You will be responsible for providing administrative support for the delivery of the national Childsmile Community and Practice Programme, Childsmile Nursery and School Programme, Oral Health Improvement Programmes and National Dental Inspection Programme in Ayrshire and Arran.

HNC in Administration, ECDL or equivalent qualifications/experience are essential

Excellent IT and written and verbal communication skills are required as well as excellent organisational skills.

A car driver is essential.

You will be based at University Hospital Ayr but will be expected to work flexibly/remotely from other bases or from home.

Informal enquiries are welcomed by Amanda Crombie, Childsmile Administrator on 07866 008006.

Applications are welcome from UK, EEA and non-EEA candidates.
EU Settlement Scheme - EU, EEA or Swiss nationals are strongly encouraged to join the EU Settlement Scheme prior to 30th June 2021. As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to produce proof of your EU Settlement status from 1st July 2021 to demonstrate your Right to Work in the United Kingdom. Further information: https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families. Existing employees may be asked to provide evidence of their EU Settlement Status from 1st July 2021.