MHA Compliance & Hearings Coordinator

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust in London seeks a detail‑driven MHA Administration Officer to support compliance with the Mental Health Act 1983, advise clinical teams, and maintain accurate records across MH Law processes.

You will liaise with the Mental Health Tribunal, assist in hearings and deputise for the Senior MHA Coordinator when required, contributing to high‑quality administration across Trust sites.

Qualifications

• Experience of working within Mental Health Act administration services or legal related work.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• GCSE English and Maths or equivalent.
• Experience using IT software, databases and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Support MDTs to increase compliance with the MHA by reviewing data to identify areas where good practice measures are required.
• Support frontline clinical teams to help identify MHA issues and address potential errors, and attend clinical reviews and relevant meetings.
• Provide administrative support to the MHL Law Team/Tribunal Team and the Associate Hospital Managers Hearing Team.
• Deputise for the Senior MHA Coordinator when required in their absence.
• Organise and facilitate patient hearings.
• Meet and maintain Trust standards for the MH Law Team.

Skills

GCSE English & Maths

IT Software

Database & Spreadsheet

Office procedures

Secretarial/Admin

Job description

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust in London seeks a detail‑driven MHA Administration Officer to support compliance with the Mental Health Act 1983, advise clinical teams, and maintain accurate records across MH Law processes.

You will liaise with the Mental Health Tribunal, assist in hearings and deputise for the Senior MHA Coordinator when required, contributing to high‑quality administration across Trust sites.