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Job summary
We are looking for an organised Senior Hospital Administrator with a passion for making a difference to others. Youll 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.
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Details
Date posted
16 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£30,900 to £30,900 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
VP9AA1D99C
Job locations
Meadowfield
DH7 8NT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its 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.
Youll 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.
Youll 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, youll 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 & impl ement robust systems across Cygnet Assist in the maintenance of employee data on Cygnets 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 peoples 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? Well offer you£30,900.00 per annum ( prorated at £29,429.16)
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