South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

CAMHS Team Administrator (N&S OCD/BDD Team)

The closing date is 03 June 2025

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Child and Adolescent Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Body Dysmorphic Disorder and Related Disorders team in the National & Specialist CAMHS Outpatients for a Team Administrator.The Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Body Dysmorphic Disorder and Related Disorders service provides specialist assessment and treatment for young people experiencing anxiety disorders involving obsessions and compulsions, such as OCD, BDD, trichotillomania, and related conditions. We offer evidence-based treatment, primarily Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which focuses on helping young people understand and manage their anxieties. Therapy is typically delivered in weekly, one-hour sessions at the clinic over an average of 14 to 20 weeks.We are looking for a focused and motivated individual to join the Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Body Dysmorphic Disorder and Related Disorders team in the role of Team Administrator. We are looking for experienced, organised and committed individual to support the work of the service, with the ability to work autonomously.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a team administrator with excellent organisation and communication skills and a keen eye for detail. The successful candidate will be proactive, assertive, adaptable, work well within a team and be passionate about providing a high-quality service. We are looking for a candidate who has a good attitude, is efficient, great with systems and inspired by the idea of making a difference.The key areas of responsibilities are to provide:o comprehensive administrative and secretarial supporto Support to senior administrator and office managero Attending and taking team meeting minuteso Report typing, booking appointments and point of contact for families and other professionals.

About us

Flexible working:As one of the few Trusts in London we are proud to offer flexible working as part of our new ways of working, and we are happy to talk flexible working at the interview stage. In this role you will be able to work Tuesday to Friday with Friday being a working from home day, giving you the very best of good work life balance. Weekly working hours are as below and include a 30-minute lunch break each day.

o Tuesday: 11am-4.30pmo Wednesday: 11am-4.30pmo Thursday: 11am-4.30pmo Friday: 11am-3.15pm

About our location:This part-time post is based at the Michael Rutter Centre, Maudsley Hospital, Denmark Hill, London. SE5 8AZ.PLEASE NOTE: shortlisted applicants will be required to complete an onsite test and only candidates who perform successfully at testing stage will be invited to interview.

Details

Date posted

20 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£30,039 to £31,088 a year pro rata per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

334-NCL-7131470-TA

Job locations

Michael Rutter Centre

De Crespigny Park

London

SE5 8AZ


Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide a professional and confidential administration service, to include audio/copy typing; preparing correspondence; proof reading documents; photocopying; faxing; filing; scanning; dealing with post. To assist people in a helpful, diplomatic and tactful manner; screening and re-routing calls, as appropriate. Taking clear, concise messages and dealing with general enquiries, where appropriate. To ensure daily tasks and on-going workloads are prioritised and completed within agreed timescales. Manage multiple tasks within the working day whilst maintaining quality standards. Ability to work in an unpredictable pattern, dealing with frequent interruptions. Organise the booking of interpreters and translation of correspondence, where appropriate. To arrange appointments and meetings as required. Attend meetings and produce minutes. Make travel arrangements for the team when required. Order stationery and be responsible for the following up of orders to ensure delivery and correct receipt of stock for the team, as required. To attend allocation/referrals meetings in the absence of the Senior Administrator. To add referrals to the Trust patient database within 24 hours of receipt. Trace patient NHS details via the National Tracing System Oversee the administrative/contracting component of the Trust patient database ensuring patient details are updated and accurate at all times, whilst adhering to timescales and data protection. Monitor and update operational data quality information proactively to ensure targets and standards are met. To contribute in the compliance of Health and Safety requirements as requested by management. May be required to become Health and Safety Champion depending on service need. To participate in service user feedback and PPI. To contact Trust Estates and Facilities Department to report any faults or works that need to be undertaken.

Service Requirements To provide cover for colleagues, as required, within CAMHS sites. To provide ad hoc reception cover, as required, within CAMHS sites. Assist teams with the development of patient information and team leaflets. To attend, and actively participate in, administration team meetings to assist in the implementation and continual review of systems to ensure good practice. Will be required to be trained as nominated Fire Warden, First Aider and/or Health and Safety Champion. May be required to work outside of core hours, in line with service need.Personal Development To participate in development and training identified through the appraisal and supervision process. To attend and participate in all identified mandatory training.Other To ensure all duties are carried out in line with Trust policy. To carry out other duties appropriate to the grade as required. To keep up to date with relevant Trust policies and developments within the NHS, eg. Business Continuity Plans, Care Quality Commission etc.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide a professional and confidential administration service, to include audio/copy typing; preparing correspondence; proof reading documents; photocopying; faxing; filing; scanning; dealing with post. To assist people in a helpful, diplomatic and tactful manner; screening and re-routing calls, as appropriate. Taking clear, concise messages and dealing with general enquiries, where appropriate. To ensure daily tasks and on-going workloads are prioritised and completed within agreed timescales. Manage multiple tasks within the working day whilst maintaining quality standards. Ability to work in an unpredictable pattern, dealing with frequent interruptions. Organise the booking of interpreters and translation of correspondence, where appropriate. To arrange appointments and meetings as required. Attend meetings and produce minutes. Make travel arrangements for the team when required. Order stationery and be responsible for the following up of orders to ensure delivery and correct receipt of stock for the team, as required. To attend allocation/referrals meetings in the absence of the Senior Administrator. To add referrals to the Trust patient database within 24 hours of receipt. Trace patient NHS details via the National Tracing System Oversee the administrative/contracting component of the Trust patient database ensuring patient details are updated and accurate at all times, whilst adhering to timescales and data protection. Monitor and update operational data quality information proactively to ensure targets and standards are met. To contribute in the compliance of Health and Safety requirements as requested by management. May be required to become Health and Safety Champion depending on service need. To participate in service user feedback and PPI. To contact Trust Estates and Facilities Department to report any faults or works that need to be undertaken.

Service Requirements To provide cover for colleagues, as required, within CAMHS sites. To provide ad hoc reception cover, as required, within CAMHS sites. Assist teams with the development of patient information and team leaflets. To attend, and actively participate in, administration team meetings to assist in the implementation and continual review of systems to ensure good practice. Will be required to be trained as nominated Fire Warden, First Aider and/or Health and Safety Champion. May be required to work outside of core hours, in line with service need.Personal Development To participate in development and training identified through the appraisal and supervision process. To attend and participate in all identified mandatory training.Other To ensure all duties are carried out in line with Trust policy. To carry out other duties appropriate to the grade as required. To keep up to date with relevant Trust policies and developments within the NHS, eg. Business Continuity Plans, Care Quality Commission etc.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ 3 in Business Administration; or equivalent administrative/secretarial experience
  • GCSEs or equivalent qualifications in English Language (A-C grade / grade 4 or above) and Mathematics (A-C / grade 4 or above)

Desirable

  • RSA 3 secretarial qualification or equivalent qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Significant experience in a responsible administrative / secretarial role
  • Proven experience of office systems and procedures
  • Experience of minuting meetings
  • Experience of composing correspondence

Desirable

  • Experience of working in the NHS, ideally within a child friendly mental health environment; hospital or community clinic

Understanding and Knowledge

Essential

  • Proficient use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Awareness of Data Protection and Confidentiality
  • Understanding of Racial Awareness and Diversity
  • Health and Safety awareness

Desirable

  • Microsoft Access
  • NHS in -house systems and databases

Skills

Essential

  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Confident telephone manner
  • Excellent copy and audio typing skills (50wpm or above)
  • Accurate grammar, spelling and punctuation
  • Accurate data entry skills
  • Effective time management skills
  • Punctual, reliable and flexible

Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to work on own initiative
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Ability to plan, prioritise and multi-task
  • Ability to problem-solve

Desirable

  • Ability to organise events
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ 3 in Business Administration; or equivalent administrative/secretarial experience
  • GCSEs or equivalent qualifications in English Language (A-C grade / grade 4 or above) and Mathematics (A-C / grade 4 or above)

Desirable

  • RSA 3 secretarial qualification or equivalent qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Significant experience in a responsible administrative / secretarial role
  • Proven experience of office systems and procedures
  • Experience of minuting meetings
  • Experience of composing correspondence

Desirable

  • Experience of working in the NHS, ideally within a child friendly mental health environment; hospital or community clinic

Understanding and Knowledge

Essential

  • Proficient use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Awareness of Data Protection and Confidentiality
  • Understanding of Racial Awareness and Diversity
  • Health and Safety awareness

Desirable

  • Microsoft Access
  • NHS in -house systems and databases

Skills

Essential

  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Confident telephone manner
  • Excellent copy and audio typing skills (50wpm or above)
  • Accurate grammar, spelling and punctuation
  • Accurate data entry skills
  • Effective time management skills
  • Punctual, reliable and flexible

Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to work on own initiative
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Ability to plan, prioritise and multi-task
  • Ability to problem-solve

Desirable

  • Ability to organise events

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Michael Rutter Centre

De Crespigny Park

London

SE5 8AZ


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Michael Rutter Centre

De Crespigny Park

London

SE5 8AZ


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Siobhan.Garvin@slam.nhs.uk

Siobhan Garvin

Siobhan.Garvin@slam.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

20 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£30,039 to £31,088 a year pro rata per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

334-NCL-7131470-TA

Job locations

Michael Rutter Centre

De Crespigny Park

London

SE5 8AZ


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