Mental Health Act Administrator

Priory Group; Dacorum; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Birthday leave

Maternity pay

Pension plan

Flexible benefits

Gym membership

IT devices

Healthcare plan

Career development

IPD sponsorship

Leadership training

Long service award

Refer a friend bonus

Job summary

Priory Hospital Hemel Hempstead has an opportunity for a Mental Health Act Administrator to join our team.

This part‑time role is 30 hours per week with hybrid working options, pro rata salary of £22,356.80 and a clear pathway within Priory Hospital Hemel Hempstead’s Level 2 rehabilitation services for mental health care.

Qualifications

• Excellent administrative and organisational skills.
• GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Competent in using Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of mental health services and relevant mental health legislation.
• Ability to support and advise staff on administrative requirements of the Mental Health Act.
• Ability to understand, interpret and apply relevant legislation and current case law.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise workload and manage changing demands.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the administration of the Mental Health Act and provide guidance to sites and teams.
• Review and scrutinise legal paperwork on behalf of Hospital Directors to ensure governance and quality processes are followed.
• Support day-to-day hospital administration and maintain a safe and welcoming environment for patients and staff.

Skills

Administrative skills

Organisational skills

GCSEs Maths & English

Microsoft Office

Mental health act knowledge

Legislation interpretation

Work under pressure

Education

GCSEs Maths & English

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mental Health Act Administrator

Department: Site Support Roles

Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Priory Hospital Hemel Hempstead

Compensation: £22,356 / year

Description

Priory Hospital Hemel Hempstead
£27,946 per annum
Part Time – 30 Hours

Priory Hospital Hemel Hempstead has an opportunity for a Mental Health Act Administrator to join our team.

This role is offered on a Part Time basis working 30 hours per week over a minimum of 4 amount of days, with flexibility to spread the hours across 5 days if preferred. Hybrid working arrangements can be discussed at interview and will be agreed based on the successful candidate’s circumstances and the needs of the site. The Pro Rata salary for this role is £22,356.80.

Priory Hospital Hemel Hempstead, Felden, Hemel Hempstead is a level 2 rehabilitation service for male and female patients with severe and enduring mental health needs. It also provides specialist Huntington’s disease and dementia care, as well as neuropsychiatry support. It is accessible by public transport, with Hemel Hempstead railway station approximately 1 mile from the hospital and local bus services nearby. The M1 motorway is also easily accessible.

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.

You will be responsible for overseeing the administration of the Mental Health Act, providing guidance and support to sites and teams on the interpretation and application of the Act, Regulations, statutory guidance, and relevant policies and procedures. You will also receive and scrutinise legal paperwork on behalf of Hospital Directors, ensuring that all governance, compliance, and quality processes are consistently followed. You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Essential for the role

• Excellent administrative and organisational skills.
• Good standard of general education, including GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• Competent in using Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of mental health services and relevant mental health legislation.
• Ability to support and advise staff on the administrative requirements of the Mental Health Act.
• Ability to understand, interpret and apply relevant legislation and current case law.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise workload and manage changing demands.

The following experience would be beneficial

• Experience working within an administrative team in a healthcare or legal environment.
• Previous experience working with the Mental Health Act or within a mental health setting.

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.