Senior Administrator CHIS

Role summary

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The Senior Administrator will provide accurate, organised administrative support to the Child Health Information Service (CHIS), helping maintain child health records, process information and support communication with healthcare professionals, families and partner organisations. Requirements are likely to include strong administrative and organisational skills, attention to detail, confidence using databases and Microsoft Office, and the ability to handle confidential information in line with data-protection requirements. Experience in a healthcare, NHS or information-management environment would be advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to work independently, prioritise competing tasks, meet deadlines and contribute positively to a busy team. Professional communication, discretion, accuracy and a commitment to safeguarding, equality and high-quality patient services are essential.

About the employer

Provide Community Interest Company (Provide CIC) is a social enterprise delivering health and social care services across Essex and surrounding communities in England. Its services span primary care, community healthcare, mental health, dental care, sexual health, health visiting, specialist support and administrative health services such as the Child Health Information Service. The organisation works with NHS bodies, local authorities and community partners to improve access, wellbeing and outcomes for local residents. As a community interest company, Provide CIC reinvests its resources into services and community benefit rather than operating solely for private profit. Employees typically work in multidisciplinary and public-service-focused environments, with emphasis on safeguarding, inclusion, confidentiality, professional development and patient-centred care.

Working in United Kingdom

The United Kingdom is an island country with varied job opportunities in healthcare, technology, finance, education, engineering and public services. London and major cities offer the widest employment markets, while places such as Essex, Bristol, Manchester, Birmingham and Edinburgh can provide lower-cost alternatives. British culture is generally polite, diverse and multicultural, with strong traditions in public services, sport, music and the arts. Lifestyle ranges from busy urban living to quieter coastal and rural communities, though housing and transport can be expensive. Visa requirements depend on nationality; many overseas healthcare applicants need an eligible sponsored role, a Certificate of Sponsorship and a Skilled Worker visa. Check current rules on GOV.UK. Relocating usually involves arranging accommodation, a National Insurance number, banking, healthcare registration and transport. NHS roles may have specific professional and right-to-work requirements.