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Temporary Executive Assistant
NHS Organisation (On-site Role)
Location: Sheffield
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm
Contract: Up to12 weeks initially (expectation of extension)
Band: NHS Band 5 (Agency)
We are working in partnership with an NHS organisation to recruit an experienced Band 5 Executive Assistant to provide high-level, professional support to Executive Directors. This is a temporary on-site role, initially for up to 12 weeks, with a strong likelihood of extension subject to service needs.
This opportunity would suit a confident and highly organised EA / PA who is comfortable working at executive level, managing complex diaries and handling sensitive information within a fast-paced NHS environment.
The Role
As Executive Assistant, you will provide comprehensive administrative and organisational support to Executive Directors, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of their offices.
Key responsibilities include:
* Providing high-level EA/PA support to Executive Directors
* Managing complex diaries, inboxes and competing priorities
* Drafting correspondence, reports and briefing papers for Boards and senior meetings
* Organising and servicing meetings, including minute taking and action tracking
* Acting as a key point of contact between Executives and internal/external stakeholders
* Handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion
* Coordinating leave, appraisal and supervision records where required
* Supporting wider Executive Support team activity as needed
Essential Requirements
Candidates must meet the following essential criteria
* Proven experience working as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant
* Experience supporting senior leaders or executives
* Excellent organisational and diary management skills
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* High level of discretion and experience handling confidential information
* Ability to work on-site, Monday to Friday, 9–5
Desirable
* Previous experience working within an NHS or healthcare setting
* Familiarity with NHS systems (e.g. ESR, electronic document management, MS Teams/Outlook at an advanced level)
Why Apply?
* Interim opportunity within a respected NHS organisation
* Band 5 agency role with extension potential
* Monday–Friday hours – no evenings or weekends
* On-site role offering meaningful exposure to Executive-level NHS operations
* Ongoing support from an experienced recruitment agency
Apply Now
If you are an experienced EA/PA, ideally with NHS experience, and available for a short-term temporary role with extension potential, we’d be keen to hear from you.
Apply today or contact us directly for a confidential discussion. If you’re ready for your next step and want to make a real difference to patient experience, we’d love to hear from you. For further details, please reach out to Megan Hadley with a copy of your latest CV and rate expectation to the email address providedDo not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:
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