Senior Hospital Administrator

CYGNET; North East; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount

Job summary

CYGNET is seeking a Senior Hospital Administrator to oversee HR systems, records, and payroll support at a 40-hour-per-week role. You will work closely with HR teams, ensure compliance with Data Protection Act, and lead a team to maintain efficient administrative operations across Cygnet Appletree and related services.

The role requires healthcare HR experience, strong organisation, and the ability to drive process improvements in a busy clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as HR administrator in healthcare settings.
• Strong data protection and records management knowledge.
• Proven ability to lead a team and manage HR processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain HR systems and ensure records comply with Data Protection Act.
• Support senior management and provide administrative HR support.
• Line manage staff and develop a high-quality team.
• Cover payroll and petty cash in the absence of the finance administrator.
• Foster strong working relationships across departments.

Skills

HR administration

Healthcare experience

Team leadership

Data protection

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Job description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.We are looking for an organised Senior Hospital Administrator with a passion for making a difference to others.You’ll be working 40 hours a week at Cygnet Appletree, helping ensure the safe and smooth running of services for the people in our care.Cygnet Appletree, near Durham, is a mental health hospital for women that includes Pippin Ward, a specialist PICU service and Bramley Ward, an intensive support service for women with a personality disorder and complex mental health needs.At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work.With us, you’ll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive.Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people.Your day-to-day...• Ensure HR systems are regularly maintained & updated• Work with the HR teams & provide administrative support• Ensure all HR records & systems are accurate & comply with the Data Protection Act• Maintain employee personnel files & ensure they are fully compliant with CQC guidelines• Proactively develop & implement robust systems across Cygnet• Assist in the maintenance of employee data on Cygnet’s HR information system.• Support the senior management team.• Oversee a team of staff to ensure the departments run smoothly• Line manage & support staff to develop a highly skilled, quality team• Maintain processes & systems – and work to achieve their continual improvement• Manage operational resources in a cost-effective manner• Cultivate excellent working relationships with all team members & other departments.• Cover Onsite payroll and Finance inc petty cash in the absence of the finance administrator.You are...• An effective & experienced HR administrator in a healthcare setting• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people’s lives• An excellent administrator with a track record in managing a team• Experienced in the healthcare sector with a knowledge of mental health• Flexible & organised with a strong understanding of office working procedures• Able to prioritise workloads, solve problems & make decisions• An approachable leader & strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills• Highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software.• Flexible, organised, able to prioritise workloads, solve problems & make decisions• Calm under pressure & can work under your own initiative• A strong written & verbal communicator with an eye for detail & excellent interpersonal skillsWhy Cygnet? We’ll offer you…£30,900.00 per annum ( prorated at £29,429.16)• Strong career progression opportunities• Expert supervision & support• Pension scheme• Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving.Please note, successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.What next?If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.Click the button to apply