Elysium Healthcare

Mental Health Act and Finance Administrator

The closing date is 31 May 2026

Job summary

Are you an experienced Administrator looking to take the next step in your career? Join St Neots Neurological centre as a Mental Health Act and Finance Administrator and enjoy a career where you are valued and supported to be the best you can be.

Main duties of the job

Working alongside the multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for organising and coordinating Mental Health Review Tribunals, Section Renewals and Hospital Manager Appeal meetings for service users, this will see you help to prepare and arrange paperwork to support the meetings, with the support of the Mental Health Act Manager. Within this role you will also supervise the financial administration of the unit's Client Fund Account, petty cash float and safety deposit facility through the effective and efficient application of local procedures and processes.

About us

Elysium Healthcare has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Details

Date posted

16 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£25,253 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1489682984

Job locations

Elysium Healthcare

St Neots

PE19 2JA


Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you an experienced Administrator looking to take the next step in your career? Join St Neots Neurological centre as a Mental Health Act and Finance Administrator and enjoy a career where you are valued and supported to be the best you can be. 

Working alongside the multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for organising and coordinating Mental Health Review Tribunals, Section Renewals and Hospital Manager Appeal meetings for service users, this will see you help to prepare and arrange paperwork to support the meetings, with the support of the Mental Health Act Manager.

Within this role you will also supervise the financial administration of the unit’s Client Fund Account, petty cash float and safety deposit facility through the effective and efficient application of local procedures and processes.

With previous experience in a similar role, and good organisational, communication and time management skills, you can enjoy a long and rewarding career, where a range of training opportunities are available that can see your career grow and career aspirations achieved.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Having knowledge of Mental Health Act 1983, including Mental Health Law, Mental Capacity Act and any subsequent legislation
  • Ensuring that invoicing of patients enhanced support is completed and submitted to head office
  • Managing the deposit of cash, cheques and other receipts and the withdrawal of funds required to sustain a substantial petty cash float.
  • Regularly liaises with patients, their families and carers to identify financial needs and entitlements, and then liaise with the social worker so that they can provide assistance and information to enable patients to claim statutory benefits and to access personal banking facilities.
  • Assisting the social worker with the accurate and timely completion, processing and monitoring of the DoLS paperwork
  • Ensuring patients, their relatives, legal representatives and official agencies are provided with the information and documentation required to effect the detention, registration and admission of an individual under the provisions of the MHA.
  • Organising and services all associated meetings ensuring the effective and timely production, collation and distribution of reports, minutes and other relevant documentation.
  • Ensuring that all information and documentation is correctly processed in line with policies and procedures in order that regulatory and statutory requirements are met. Maintains the audit trail ensuring up to date and accurate information can be provided or accessed as required.

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

  • Knowledge of Mental Health Act 1983, including Mental Health Law, Mental Capacity Act and any subsequent legislation
  • Experience within a similar environment
  • Great communication skills
  • Competent in the use of Microsoft office applications

Where you will be working:

Howitts Lane,Eynesbury, St Neots, Cambridgeshire,PE19 2JA

Join the team at St Neots Neurological Service providing care, therapeutic and rehabilitation pathways for those affected by a neurological or mental health condition for which challenging behaviour may be the leading impairment.

St Neots Neurological Service is located in the centre of town and provides assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and complex care for both males and females suffering from a broad range of neurological conditions, which is provided by a highly experienced team based on site.

What You’ll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

  • Annual base salary of £25,253
  • The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
  • Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
  • Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
  • Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
  • Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
  • Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
  • 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
  • Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
  • Pension contribution, to help secure your future
  • Free meals and local free parking

About us:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. 

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. 

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you an experienced Administrator looking to take the next step in your career? Join St Neots Neurological centre as a Mental Health Act and Finance Administrator and enjoy a career where you are valued and supported to be the best you can be. 

Working alongside the multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for organising and coordinating Mental Health Review Tribunals, Section Renewals and Hospital Manager Appeal meetings for service users, this will see you help to prepare and arrange paperwork to support the meetings, with the support of the Mental Health Act Manager.

Within this role you will also supervise the financial administration of the unit’s Client Fund Account, petty cash float and safety deposit facility through the effective and efficient application of local procedures and processes.

With previous experience in a similar role, and good organisational, communication and time management skills, you can enjoy a long and rewarding career, where a range of training opportunities are available that can see your career grow and career aspirations achieved.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Having knowledge of Mental Health Act 1983, including Mental Health Law, Mental Capacity Act and any subsequent legislation
  • Ensuring that invoicing of patients enhanced support is completed and submitted to head office
  • Managing the deposit of cash, cheques and other receipts and the withdrawal of funds required to sustain a substantial petty cash float.
  • Regularly liaises with patients, their families and carers to identify financial needs and entitlements, and then liaise with the social worker so that they can provide assistance and information to enable patients to claim statutory benefits and to access personal banking facilities.
  • Assisting the social worker with the accurate and timely completion, processing and monitoring of the DoLS paperwork
  • Ensuring patients, their relatives, legal representatives and official agencies are provided with the information and documentation required to effect the detention, registration and admission of an individual under the provisions of the MHA.
  • Organising and services all associated meetings ensuring the effective and timely production, collation and distribution of reports, minutes and other relevant documentation.
  • Ensuring that all information and documentation is correctly processed in line with policies and procedures in order that regulatory and statutory requirements are met. Maintains the audit trail ensuring up to date and accurate information can be provided or accessed as required.

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

  • Knowledge of Mental Health Act 1983, including Mental Health Law, Mental Capacity Act and any subsequent legislation
  • Experience within a similar environment
  • Great communication skills
  • Competent in the use of Microsoft office applications

Where you will be working:

Howitts Lane,Eynesbury, St Neots, Cambridgeshire,PE19 2JA

Join the team at St Neots Neurological Service providing care, therapeutic and rehabilitation pathways for those affected by a neurological or mental health condition for which challenging behaviour may be the leading impairment.

St Neots Neurological Service is located in the centre of town and provides assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and complex care for both males and females suffering from a broad range of neurological conditions, which is provided by a highly experienced team based on site.

What You’ll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

  • Annual base salary of £25,253
  • The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
  • Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
  • Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
  • Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
  • Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
  • Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
  • 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
  • Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
  • Pension contribution, to help secure your future
  • Free meals and local free parking

About us:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. 

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. 

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Knowledge of Mental Health Act 1983, including Mental Health Law, Mental Capacity Act and any subsequent legislation, Experience within a similar environment, Great communication skills, Competent in the use of Microsoft office applications
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Knowledge of Mental Health Act 1983, including Mental Health Law, Mental Capacity Act and any subsequent legislation, Experience within a similar environment, Great communication skills, Competent in the use of Microsoft office applications

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Elysium Healthcare

Address

Elysium Healthcare

St Neots

PE19 2JA


Employer's website

https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Elysium Healthcare

Address

Elysium Healthcare

St Neots

PE19 2JA


Employer's website

https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

Elysium Healthcare

recruitment@elysiumhealthcare.co.uk

Details

Date posted

16 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£25,253 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1489682984

Job locations

Elysium Healthcare

St Neots

PE19 2JA


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