Mental Health Law Administrator

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust; Preston; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Mental Health Law Administrator to support the Mental Health Law Team with administrative duties and compliance activities. The role requires knowledge of the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act to advise professionals and ensure best practice.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified and an interview date arranged. For discussion, contact Angela Cookson, Interim Head of Mental Health Law.

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent in Maths and English.
• NVQ level III in administration or equivalent.
• European Computer Driving Licence or equivalent to evidence competence in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Document drafting

Initiative

Education

GCSE Maths & English

NVQ Level III in administration

ECDL / Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

ECDL

Job description

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Mental Health Law Administrator

The closing date is 16 November 2026

This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK and be able to maintain that right for the duration of employment without sponsorship from the Trust

The Trust Mental Health Law Team is offering an exciting opportunity for a Mental Health Law Administrator. The role will require a self- motivated and passionate person who is able to demonstrate strong communication skills. The successful candidate will require a working knowledge of the Mental Health Act and The Mental Capacity Act to be able to offer advice to professionals across the Trust to support best practice and improve compliance with legislation.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified and a suitable interview date arranged.

For an informal discussion regarding this post please contact Angela Cookson, Interim Head of Mental Health Law on 07966 241352.

Main duties of the job

The co-ordinate, develop and maintain system, to ensure effective compliance with the Mental Health Act 1983, Code of Practice and other associated legislation, guidance and procedures in accordance with Trust Policy and Practice.

The post holder will be required to work closely with clinicians, other professionals within the Service. Liaise with the Mental Health Tribunal, Care Quality Commission, Associate Managers, Home Office and other external agencies. To take specific responsibilities for the efficient administration of Mental Health Act Tribunals and Hospital Managers Hearings.

About us

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.

LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.

The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.

Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent in Maths and English.
• NVQ level III in administration or equivalent
• European Computer Driving Licence or equivalent to evidence competence in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel

Knowledge

• Extensive knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and Code of Practice
• Knowledge of changes in case law

Experience

• 2 years clerical/administrative experience
• Degree level or equivalent experience
• 2 years' experience of Supervisory / management
• Produce reports together with recommendations

Skills

• Friendly and caring manner - demonstrate ability in dealing sympathetically and sensitively with people and maintain confidentiality
• Able to work well in a team, be supportive of team members
• Proven ability to produce well presented, clear and accurate documents
• Proven ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with all grades of staff both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work proactively on own initiative and as part of a team

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 name

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

£32,073 to £39,043 a yearper annum pro rata (subject to confirmation)