CAMHS Admin Assistant

NHS; Llandudno; A distancia; GBP 24.000 - 29.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

We are looking to appoint a self-motivated, enthusiastic Administration Assistant to join the Central Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service Team. The successful candidate will provide administration support to a team of clinical and operational staff, respond under pressure, and maintain a flexible approach to meet service demands.

Experience in NHS administration is desirable; IT skills and the ability to communicate effectively, including Welsh knowledge, are valued.

Formación

• Level 2 IT/Word/Text Processing qualification or demonstrable skills/experience.
• NVQ Level 2 Business Admin.

Responsabilidades

• Provide accurate administrative support to facilitate appointment bookings.
• Provide comprehensive reception, clerical and typing support for CAMHS.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information at all times.
• Be flexible to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines within the service.

Conocimientos

Level 2 IT/Word/Text Processing

Educación

NVQ Level 2 Business Admin

Descripción del empleo

Main area Administration Grade Band 2 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 30 hours per week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday) Job ref 050-AC307-1126

Employer Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Employer type NHS Site Llandudno General Hospital Town Llandudno Salary £26,300 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 15/11/2026 23:59

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job overview

We are looking to appoint a self-motivated, enthusiastic person to join the Central Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service Team as an Administration Assistant.

The successful candidate will be expected to provide administration support to a team of clinical and operational staff, respond to working under pressure within a busy a working environment.

It is essential that the postholder will have a flexible approach to work to support team members and to meet service demands.

Whilst previous hospital experience is not essential, the successful applicant will be able to demonstrate an ability to provide excellent customer service, and will have IT skills.

The ability to communicate effectively and handling sensitive situations is essential, as is the ability to work to tight deadlines ensuring effective service delivery. A working knowledge of WPAS is desirable but not essential as training will be provided.

For further information please contact;

Jules Richardson-Mcilveen - 03000 851949

Main duties of the job

A good telephone manner and communication skills are essential. A knowledge of the hospital’s Patient Administration System, is desirable, although training will be given. The ability to speak Welsh would be beneficial but is not essential.

The post holder will be required to demonstrate a professional and sensitive manner at all times.

Administrative Assistant post requires to maintain strict confidentiality and will be expected to deal with patients, relatives and visitors with courtesy and discretion at all times.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To provide an accurate and prompt administrative function to facilitate the delivery of an efficient and effective appointment booking service.

To provide comprehensive reception, clerical and typing support for the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service, demonstrating a courteous, professional and sensitive manner at all times.

The post-holder will have the ability to demonstrate a flexible approach to work and be able to prioritise tasks within the scope of own responsibility.

To be part of a cohesive and integrated admin function of the service.

By the nature of the duties, the post-holder will be required to maintain strict confidentiality and will be expected to deal with patients, carers, relatives, medical staff and other service users, using the telephone and in writing, with courtesy and discretion at all times.

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

• Level 2 IT/Word/Text Processing Qualification or demonstrable skills/experience
• NVQ Level 2 Business Admin

Experience

• Previous experience in a clerical, administration/ reception role.
• Experience of working within the NHS (hospital environment)

Aptitude and Abilities

• To function efficiently under pressure and to meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritise workload.
• Ability to speak Welsh

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.