Administrative Assistant

Ramsay Health Care Limited; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant for its Oaks Hospital in Colchester. This full-time position involves delivering first-class service to patients, consultants, and colleagues. Ideal candidates will have proven administrative experience, strong communication skills, and a positive attitude. The role offers competitive benefits including annual leave, pension contributions, and private medical cover, enhancing the supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays

Private Pension with matching contributions

Flexible shift patterns

Private Medical Cover

Life Assurance (Death in Service)

Free Training and Development

Free Parking on site

Subsidised staff restaurant

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle2Work scheme

The Blue Light Card Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in administration and customer service.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication skills and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a first-class service to patients, consultants, and colleagues.
• Support the team in delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Assist in various administrative tasks as required.

Skills

Proven experience in administration and customer service

Keyboard Skills

Good attention to detail and accuracy

Strong communication skills

Ability to make decisions and use initiative

Flexible and positive attitude

Job description

Administrative Assistant page is loaded## Administrative Assistantlocations: Colchestertime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: January 27, 2026 (13 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR15428**Job Description****Administrative Assistant****Oak Hospital - Colchester****37.5 hours per week**Oaks Hospital is part of Ramsay Health Care UK, one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. The hospital has an excellent reputation for delivering high quality healthcare for patients with health insurance, patients who are self-funding treatment or NHS patients exercising choice through the e-referral system.We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced part time Admin Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team at the Oaks Hospital in Colchester.Reporting into the Administration and Systems Manager, you will be an integral part of a team who are committed to delivering the highest quality outcomes in a supported environment, where you will be valued for your skills and expertise. The Admin Assistant will be expected to deliver a first class service to patients, consultants and colleagues.**What you’ll bring with you:*** Proven experience in administration and customer service* Keyboard Skills* Good attention to detail and accuracy* The ability to make decisions and use your initiative* Strong communication skill* A flexible and positive attitude**Benefits:*** 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays* Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period* Flexible shift patterns available where possible* Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies* Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants* Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary* Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy* Free Parking on site (where possible)* Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible)* Concerts for Carers* Employee Assistance Programme* Cycle2Work scheme available, in partnership with Halfords* The Blue Light Card SchemeRamsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 60 years’ experience. We are a global provider operating in 8 countries with 88,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS.We love people with a positive, “can do” attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success.We know our people are our greatest asset, our business is growing and we would like you to join us. “The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that people – staff and doctors – are Ramsay Health Care’s most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.**We care.**It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964.“The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.We are proud to support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.