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Mental Health Administrator

Cygnet Health Care · Cygnet Health CareNHS Jobs

Hexham, NE46 4JRpermanent£27619.60 to £27619.60Closes 19/06/2026
Locations
  • Hexham, NE46 4JR
Contract
permanent
Salary
£27619.60 to £27619.60
Posted
20/05/2026
Closes
19/06/2026
NHS reference
5356942

About this role

Job summary

Main duties of the job

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

About us

Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are currently recruiting for a Mental Health Administrator to support the legal requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 atCygnet Hospital Hexham,which offers a range of secure mental health services for women in a purpose-built therapeutic environment.

Cygnet have been providing a national network of high quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.

In this roleyoull have the opportunity to work 40 hours a week to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

Cygnet have been providing a national network of high quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

With us,youll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to helpyouthrive.

Your day-to-day...

  • Scrutinising section papers and checking that relevant paperwork is present and correct
  • Ensuring that diaries and spreadsheets are updated with listings of hearings
  • Notifying all parties concerned regarding report deadlines and dates of hearings
  • Chasing up reports for all Tribunal and Managers Hearings
  • Conta cting Hospital Managers and arranging their attendance at Hearings
  • Assist the Tribunal Clerk when required todoso, ensuring that the room is set up, paperwork available and collecting visitors from reception and to liaise with the Tribunal panel in the absence of the Clerk
  • Data input of Section within the Mental health Act spreadsheet
  • Complete Mental Health Act Audits using Corporate Template for All Wards.
  • Adapt to changes in organising new protocols for Tribunals and Managers Hearing in response to COVID - 19
  • Attending Meetings
  • Liaise with external Agencies & the Multi-disciplinary Team within the Hospital setting

We are looking for people who have

  • Previous administration experience including report preparation, organising meetings, liaising with customers/clients
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) with qualifications in English and Maths
  • Exceptional organisational skills
  • Experience of working in a Healthcare environment alongside medical practitioners is desirable
  • Knowledge of Mental Health Act 1983 (MHA 1983) is desirable
  • Knowledge of compliance and auditing systems required by regulatory bodies (CQC) is desirable

In return,youll receive a competitive salary and a range of benefits including: Salary : £ 27,619.60 per annum (pro rata)

  • Full training and Induction
  • Regular coaching and support
  • Employee Discount Scheme
  • Company pension scheme
  • Company paid Life Assurance scheme
  • Smart Health Toolkit- Providingyouwith Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checks
  • Health Cash Plan
  • Subsidised meals on duty

For further details on allourbenefits,pleasevisithttps://cygnetjobs.co.uk/benefits/

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

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Person specification

General Requirements

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Additional requirements

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.

Employer details

Employer name
Cygnet Health Care
Address
Hexham
NE46 4JR
Employer's website
Working pattern
Full-time
Pay scheme
Other

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