Administrator

Role summary

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The Administrator role supports the efficient running of an NHS service through accurate record keeping, data entry, appointment and meeting coordination, telephone and email communication, document preparation and general office administration. Applicants should have strong organisational and communication skills, good attention to detail and confidence using Microsoft Office and digital systems. Previous administrative experience, ideally in healthcare or a public-sector environment, is helpful. The successful candidate will be expected to work professionally, maintain confidentiality, manage competing priorities and provide a responsive service to patients, colleagues and external contacts. A commitment to NHS values, equality, teamwork and continuous improvement is also expected.

About the employer

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health, community, learning disability and specialist healthcare services across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. The Trust works with hospitals, community teams, primary care providers, local authorities and voluntary-sector organisations to support people throughout their lives. Its services include inpatient and community mental health care, older people’s services, children and young people’s support, rehabilitation, learning disability care and specialist clinical programmes. As an NHS Foundation Trust, it is publicly accountable and guided by values including compassion, respect, inclusion, teamwork and improving patient outcomes. Employees typically benefit from NHS terms and conditions, access to occupational pension arrangements, annual leave, learning opportunities and staff wellbeing support. Administrative staff play an important role in keeping clinical and operational services organised, accessible and safe.

Working in United Kingdom

The United Kingdom offers varied employment opportunities in healthcare, technology, education, finance, construction, retail and public services. NHS roles are available nationwide, including in cities and coastal communities across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. British culture is generally polite, diverse and community-oriented, with strong traditions in music, sport, history and the arts. Lifestyle varies from busy urban living to quieter rural or island communities; public transport is best in larger cities, while cars are more useful in rural areas. The UK has a temperate climate, relatively high living costs and substantial regional differences in housing prices. Most overseas applicants need a visa, commonly the Skilled Worker visa, and must meet sponsorship, salary and English-language requirements. Healthcare workers may have profession-specific registration requirements. Before relocating, check the employer’s sponsorship status, accommodation costs, tax, National Insurance, transport and eligibility for NHS services.