Employer: East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Job Title: Business Support Officer
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year
Job Type: Full-time
The closing date is 25 May 2026
Job Summary
12-month Fixed Term / Secondment
Are you an exceptional organiser who thrives in a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment? Do you want to play a meaningful role in shaping the future of health and care across Sussex?
About the Sussex Provider Collaborative (SPC)
The Sussex Provider Collaborative (SPC) is entering an exciting new phase of transformation. As an “all-in” partnership of NHS organisations across Primary Care, Mental Health, Learning Disability, Community, Acute and Ambulance services, the collaborative is working collectively to deliver change at scale, improving quality, care, and outcomes for the population.
The Programme Delivery Team (PDT) drives this transformation. The team leads neighbourhood, acute and system-wide programmes that bring together expertise from across Sussex providers to deliver measurable, meaningful improvements.
This is a rare chance to work across organisational boundaries as part of a truly system-first, provider-agnostic team.
The Role
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a proactive, highly organised Business Support Officer to provide high-quality executive, administrative and programme support.
The successful candidate will play a central role in ensuring programme leaders, and the wider team, operate effectively.
Why Join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust?
- Work across a wide network of NHS providers
- Influence programmes that directly improve patient experience and health outcomes
- Be part of an ambitious team driving change at county scale
- Gain exposure to senior leaders across multiple organisations
- Work hybrid and flexibly across Sussex
Main Duties of the Job
Responsibilities will include:
- Providing comprehensive diary and inbox management for senior leaders
- Coordinating meetings, boards, steering groups and cross-system governance
- Preparing agendas, papers, and high-quality minutes capturing actions, decisions and risks
- Supporting programme reporting, data collation and the preparation of briefings
- Liaising with multiple organisations, building strong relationships across the system
- Maintaining organised digital filing systems and governance logs
- Supporting workshops, events, training sessions and new workstream mobilisation
This is a varied, high-impact role requiring excellent organisation, communication, and attention to detail.
About You
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust is looking for someone who is:
- Experienced in providing executive or high-level administrative support
- Skilled in diary management, minute-taking and multi-stakeholder coordination
- Confident using Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Excel)
- A strong communicator with great writing skills
- Able to work flexibly, manage competing priorities and operate in a fast-paced environment
- Collaborative, inclusive, and committed to system-first working
NHS or public-sector experience is desirable but not essential.
Additional Information
- Travel across Sussex may be required for meetings and events
- Hybrid working is supported in line with local policy
About East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
A wide range of staff benefits are available including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to the Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries, staff restaurants and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through the confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust.
Statement on the Use of AI
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust values the individuality that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are widely available, applicants are strongly discouraged from using AI-generated content when applying for jobs with the Trust.
Applications should reflect true skills, experiences, and motivations, conveyed through personal words and unique perspective.
Using AI for applications may not accurately represent knowledge, skills, and experience and may result in a disconnect between qualifications and the assessment of the application.
Applicants are encouraged to thoughtfully complete their applications to ensure a fair and transparent evaluation process. Over reliance on AI-generated content may diminish the chance of success.
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good general level of education including GCSE English and Maths
- Recognised administration / management qualification at diploma / NVQ 4 level or equivalent experience
- Evidence of continued professional development to degree level in relevant subject of equivalent level of knowledge and experience
Desirable
- Business administration or project support qualification desirable
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of providing high-level administrative or business support
- Demonstrated competence in diary management, minute taking and meeting coordination
- Experience supporting multi-stakeholder or cross-organisational projects
Desirable
- NHS or public-sector experience desirable
Skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Strong writing skills, including minute-taking and production of polished documents
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Confident communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Analytical skills to support data collation and report preparation
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
How to Apply
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