Mental Health Act Admin Assistant - Make a Difference

Cygnet; Bury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training and Induction

Regular coaching and support

Employee Discount Scheme

Company pension scheme

Job summary

Cygnet Hospital Bury Forestwood is seeking a Mental Health Act Assistant to support the MHA Administrator and ensure the legal requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 are met at the Bury site.

You will handle diary management, prepare reports, coordinate hearings, liaise with healthcare professionals and external agencies, and maintain accurate Mental Health Act records. A strong admin background and familiarity with MS Office are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous administration experience including report preparation and organising meetings.
• Knowledge of data input and record-keeping practices.
• Experience liaising with customers/clients and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Scrutinising section papers and checking relevant paperwork for amendments.
• Updating diaries and spreadsheets with hearing listings.
• Notifying parties of deadlines and hearing dates.
• Chasing reports for Tribunal and Managers Hearings.
• Liaising with Hospital Managers and arranging attendance at Hearings.
• Assist the Tribunal Clerk when required and support room setup.

Skills

Administration

Microsoft Office

Organisation

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cygnet Hospital Bury Forestwood is seeking a Mental Health Act Assistant to support the MHA Administrator and ensure the legal requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 are met at the Bury site.

You will handle diary management, prepare reports, coordinate hearings, liaise with healthcare professionals and external agencies, and maintain accurate Mental Health Act records. A strong admin background and familiarity with MS Office are essential.