Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Business Support Officer - Adult ADHD & Autism Service

The closing date is 01 May 2026

Job summary

This vacancy is only open at this stage to internal employees of the following organisations within the Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care System:

Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation TrustNorth Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS TrustUniversity Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust, inclusive of Black Country Procurement Group and North Midlands and Cheshire Pathology Service.Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board

We are excited to welcome an enthusiastic Business Support Officer to join our Adult Mental Health Service. This role is specifically to support our new adult ADHD & Autism service.

This key role within the team will be to provide Business Support Function to the Team, as we seek to support adults across South Staffordshire experiencing ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and Autism. We are a supportive team, who are passionate about delivering excellent care as well as promoting staff wellbeing.

As a person you will need to be self-motivated, with the ability to prioritise your daily workload whilst also managing your working time effectively. You will be able to work independently as well as being a good team player, with excellent communication and accuracy skills.

Main duties of the job

  • Request information / activity reports that are required on behalf of the Service Manager and Operational Team Leader including data timeliness, data quality, contract monitoring reports, waitingtimes etc.
  • Provide a central point of contact to respond to/resolve any queries on behalf of Service Manager and Operational Team Leader where appropriate in relation to all Key Performance Indicators.
  • To provide administrative support in relation to the BSO role only.
  • Attend internal and external meetings relevant to post, taking minutes and distributing using appropriate systems, arranging a variety of meetings and sourcing agenda items, as directed by theService Manager and Operational Team Leader.
  • Process staff change forms and relevant letters; data amendment forms; termination forms and general HR relevant information.
  • Support and participate in the Business Meetings held on a monthly basis within the clinical teams.
  • Contribute to a robust and strong cohesive framework from the established BSO network, providing support to colleagues to ensure consistency and equity of provision across Services.
  • Responsible for liaising with Corporate / Support Services to obtain data / performance reports.
  • Provide regular monthly Service/Team updates as required to Service Manager and Operational Team Leader.
  • Undertake regular 1:1 supervision sessions with identified administration staff as directed by the Service Manager or Operational Team Lead and report any training issues and needs.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Details

Date posted

20 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

301-ZR-26-7936156

Job locations

Foundation House

Stafford

ST16 3SR


Job description

Job responsibilities

Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:

Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube or copy and paste into browser to watch https://bit.ly/4buATxw

Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube or copy and paste into browser to watch https://bit.ly/44KxWXs

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to this role, we would love to learn more about you and would encourage you to apply.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:

Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube or copy and paste into browser to watch https://bit.ly/4buATxw

Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube or copy and paste into browser to watch https://bit.ly/44KxWXs

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to this role, we would love to learn more about you and would encourage you to apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ Level 3 Business Administration (or equivalent level of experience)
  • OCR/ RSA III or equivalent experience

Desirable

  • BTEC Diploma in Business Administration (Level 1)

Experience

Essential

  • Significant experience in administration duties.
  • Previous experience of setting up office/ administrative systems
  • Ability to plan, schedule and organise day to day work

Desirable

  • Experience in the NHS
  • Knowledge/ Experience of Patient Clinical System
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ Level 3 Business Administration (or equivalent level of experience)
  • OCR/ RSA III or equivalent experience

Desirable

  • BTEC Diploma in Business Administration (Level 1)

Experience

Essential

  • Significant experience in administration duties.
  • Previous experience of setting up office/ administrative systems
  • Ability to plan, schedule and organise day to day work

Desirable

  • Experience in the NHS
  • Knowledge/ Experience of Patient Clinical System

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Foundation House

Stafford

ST16 3SR


Employer's website

https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Foundation House

Stafford

ST16 3SR


Employer's website

https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Service Lead

Jo Perry

joanne.perry@mpft.nhs.uk

03003033427

Details

Date posted

20 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

301-ZR-26-7936156

Job locations

Foundation House

Stafford

ST16 3SR


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