Ward Clerk
| Posting date: | 02 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,510 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 January 2026 |
| Location: | Widnes, WA8 5UY |
| Company: | Cygnet |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JR346 |
Summary
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We are recruiting for a full time Ward Clerk for Cygnet Hospital Paddocks.
Working full time, 40 hours per week. Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.
The ideal candidate will be an organised individual with excellent administrative and secretarial skills to support the efficient management of ward administrative tasks.
Cygnet Paddocks is our all male specialist neuropsychiatric hospital located in Widnes, in the North West. The service provides a dedicated care pathway for men affected by acquired brain injury or neurological conditions, where behaviours that challenge are the overarching impairment to recovery and rehabilitation.
Supporting the level 1 Neuropsychiatric Rehabilitation Pathway for the North West, with a focus exclusively on Adult Males. Paddocks has individually designed wards to facilitate a clear and distinctive care and treatment pathway for those affected by an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI); where behaviours that challenge are the overarching impairment to recovery and rehabilitation.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
Your day-to-day...
• Assist clinical staff in ward administration
• Ensuring accurate recording & circulation of information
• File all patient case notes & conduct regular audits to ensure all paperwork is up to date
• Complete all ward filing in line with Cygnet policies
• Answer telephone, cover reception & undertake other administrative duties as required
• Ensure that reports are submitted on time and that care plans are accurate & up to date
• Liaise with medical secretaries to ensure timely submission of reports
You are...
• Experienced in administration in a fast-paced hospital environment
• Organised, diligent and can strictly adhere to processes & procedures
• Knowledgeable of mental health & patient confidentiality issues
• Skilled at inputting, pulling & analysing data using Microsoft Excel
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and IT systems/packages
• An excellent verbal & written communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Able to swiftly solve problems & work under pressure without compromising quality
Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…
Strong career progression opportunities, including into management roles
Monthly reflective practice, expert supervision & peer support
Opportunities for learning & development
Pension scheme
Cycle to Work scheme & employee discount savings
Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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