248223 (MG) Administrative Assistant

Administration
Midlothian
May 26, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Overview

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. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Psychology Department

Administrative Assistant

2x Posts – 18hrs (2x 0.5 WTE)

Fixed Term for 6 months

Band 2 (£26,696 – £28,988) per annum

An opportunity to join the team providing Health Records admin support for patients within Astley Ainsley Hospital.

Vacancy based at the Astley Ainsley Hospital, Psychology department. Monday to Thursday evenings with hours to be agreed with the line manager.

Applicants should be able to cope in a busy environment, have excellent interpersonal, good organisational, and competent keyboard skills.

Responsibilities

  • Provide Health Records administrative support for patients within Astley Ainsley Hospital.
  • Work in the Psychology department as part of the administrative team.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Ability to cope in a busy environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Good organisational skills.
  • Competent keyboard skills.

Additional Information

From 1 April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will reduce from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part-time hours will be reduced pro-rata with a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay is not affected.

We anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications are received. Please submit your application at an early stage. We cannot accept late applications.

The email address provided will be used for notifications; please check Junk/Spam folders as notifications may be redirected.

We will fully support disabled candidates and those with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.

To work in the United Kingdom, applicants must have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is granted by the UK Visas and Immigration Service. Further information on checks for NHS Scotland Boards can be found in the vacancy information.

For more details on the role and required skills/experience, please contact .

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