Mental Health Act Administrator

Priory Group; Hook; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health services provider in Hook is seeking a Mental Health Act Administrator for a full-time position with a hybrid working arrangement. You will manage the administration of the Mental Health Act, ensure compliance, and support staff and service users. The ideal candidate will possess GCSEs in Maths and English, strong organisational skills, and experience in a relevant administrative role. The position offers supportive career development opportunities and several employee benefits.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Birthday Holiday

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative role, preferably in healthcare or legal.
• Ability to challenge and direct staff in the application of legislation.
• Strong prioritization skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage administration of the Mental Health Act efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with the MHA 1983 and associated procedures.
• Support and advise staff and service users regarding the MHA.

Skills

Organisational skills

Resilience

Empathy

Understanding of Mental Health Act

Education

GCSEs or equivalent in Maths and English

Tools

Relevant software and IT systems

Job description

Mental Health Act Administrator

Department: Site Support Roles

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Mildmay Oaks

Compensation: £27,946 / year

Description

Priory Hospital Mildmay Oaks is looking to recruit a Mental Health Act Administrator to join the team. This is a full-time position, working 37.5 hours per week, with a hybrid working arrangement in place from Monday to Friday.

Set in a semi-rural location in Hook, Hampshire, Priory Hospital Mildmay Oaks supports the NHS by providing low secure services and level 2 rehabilitation services for both male and female patients. This includes a specialist learning disability and autism spectrum support.

We also offer adult and child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS), and single-person, bespoke therapeutic placements (BTPs) across our hospital.

What you'll be doing

You’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the hospital and to support the wellbeing of our patients. While your role doesn’t involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.

• To manage the efficient administration of the Mental Health Act (MHA) within the area of responsibility and prioritise workload to meet constantly changing demands.
• To ensure compliance with the MHA 1983, amendments to the act and the revised MHA Code of Practice.
• To support and advise staff, service users and relatives on the MHA 1983 and associated procedures.
• To be an active member of the Healthcare MHA administrators group, MHA training sub group and MHA audit sub group.
• Create and maintain individual legal files for service users subject to the Act, safeguarding confidential information and statutory documentation.
• Maintain accurate data in relation to the use of the Act in order to provide statistical information for national and local reporting processes.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

The role requires a good standard of general education, with GCSEs or equivalent in Maths and English, and competence in the use of relevant software and IT systems. The post holder must be able to challenge and direct staff in the appropriate application of the Mental Health Act, with the ability to read, understand, interpret, and apply relevant legislation and current case law. Strong organisational skills are essential, including the ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have experience in an administrative role, with healthcare or legal experience desirable, alongside excellent administrative skills and a genuine interest in mental health and mental health legislation, supporting the organisation’s commitment to making a real and lasting difference for everyone it supports.

For more information about the role, you can email [e-mail]

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Free on-site parking
• Birthday Holiday - your birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.