UK NHS JOB: Ward Clerk – Band 2 | £30,142 Per Year | London
Ward Clerk – NHS Jobs
Job Overview
The London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust is recruiting a Ward Clerk at Ealing Hospital, Southall, London.
This is a permanent, full-time NHS position involving administrative, reception and clerical support within a ward environment.
Important: Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
Job Details
- Job Title: Ward Clerk
- Employer: London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust
- NHS Band: Band 2
- Salary: £30,142 per year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working Pattern: Full-time
- Location: Ealing Hospital, Southall, Middlesex
- Postcode: UB1 3HW
- Date Posted: 19 August 2026
- Closing Date: 26 August 2026
- Reference Number: 337-NP-9888SM
- Sponsorship: Not available
Main Duties and Responsibilities
The Ward Clerk will provide administrative, reception and clerical support to the ward.
Key duties include:
- Working collaboratively with Ward Clerk colleagues.
- Providing reception and administrative support.
- Receiving patients and relatives in the clinical area.
- Providing courteous and professional assistance to visitors.
- Inputting and retrieving information using Cerner PR/Mediviewer.
- Maintaining accurate ward activity data.
- Managing patient case notes when required.
- Supporting the needs of patients and families.
- Providing cover for other Ward Clerks during periods of absence.
- Responding appropriately to patient enquiries.
- Following relevant policies, procedures and established routines.
- Using initiative when dealing with routine administrative matters.
Essential Requirements
Applicants should have:
- Good basic numerical and literacy skills.
- GCSE Grade A–C in English and Maths or equivalent.
- Good basic IT and computer skills.
- Effective verbal, written and electronic communication skills.
- Good oral and written communication abilities.
- Ability to prioritise workload.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
Desirable criteria include:
- NVQ Level 2 in Office Administration.
- NVQ in Customer Care.
- Knowledge of patient administration systems.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to work independently.
About the Employer
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust serves communities across Brent, Ealing, Harrow and surrounding areas.
The Trust has more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serving a population of almost one million people.
Its major services include Northwick Park Hospital, St Mark’s Hospital, Ealing Hospital and Central Middlesex Hospital.
The Trust is also a university teaching NHS trust, supporting the training of future healthcare professionals and contributing to research.
Job Location
Ealing Hospital
Uxbridge Road
Southall, Middlesex
UB1 3HW
United Kingdom
Sponsorship Information
SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POST.
Applicants who require a Certificate of Sponsorship should take this into consideration before applying.
Who Could Apply?
This opportunity may be suitable for candidates with experience or interest in:
- NHS administration
- Ward administration
- Hospital reception
- Healthcare administration
- Clerical work
- Customer service
- Patient-facing administration
- Office administration
- Data entry
- Medical administration
Application Deadline
26 August 2026
Interested candidates should apply before the closing date and carefully review the official job description and person specification.
Important Applicant Notice
This vacancy does not offer visa sponsorship.
Always check the official NHS Jobs listing for the latest vacancy information, eligibility requirements and application instructions.