Liaison Psychiatry Senior Administrator and Business Support
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Bournemouth, BH7 7DW
Salary
£25,742 to £28,249
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
13 September 2026
13 days left
Job description
We are seeking an enthusiastic, highly organised, and motivated Senior administrator to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experien...
To provide comprehensive, confidential and efficient administrative and business support to the Liaison Psychiatry Service. The post holder will coordinate administrative functions, support service performance reporting, manage information systems, supervise administrative staff where required, and ensure the smooth running of service processes to support the delivery of high-quality patient care.
The post holder will act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, maintaining effective communication and ensuring compliance with NHS policies, information governance requirements, and service standards.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.
Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Please ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics.
- NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration or equivalent experience.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
Experience
Essential
- Significant administrative experience within the NHS or healthcare environment
- Experience of minute taking and report preparation.
- Experience of data collection and performance reporting.
- Experience of using Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience co-ordinating meetings and managing diaries.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of NHS administrative systems.
- Understanding of confidentiality and information governance requirements.
- Advanced IT and data management skills.
Desirable
- Previous experience within Mental Health or Liaison Psychiatry services.
- Experience supervising administrative staff.
- Knowledge of NHS ESR, RiO, SystmOne or equivalent clinical systems.
- Understanding of NHS performance targets and reporting requirements.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Professional and approachable manner.
- Flexible and adaptable.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure.
- High attention to detail.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
28 August 2026
Last checked
31 August 2026
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