Administrator

Role summary

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The Administrator role supports the efficient delivery of NHS services through accurate record keeping, appointment coordination, correspondence, data entry, filing and general office administration. Candidates are expected to have good organisational and communication skills, attention to detail, confidence using Microsoft Office and the ability to manage competing priorities. Experience in an administrative or healthcare setting is useful, although equivalent transferable experience may be considered. The successful applicant should work professionally with patients, families and colleagues, maintain confidentiality, follow NHS policies and contribute positively to a busy team. Reliability, flexibility and a commitment to compassionate service are essential.

About the employer

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health, learning disability, community, and specialist healthcare services across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. The Trust supports children, young people and adults through hospitals, community teams, outpatient services and specialist programmes. Its workforce includes clinical professionals, administrators, operational teams and corporate staff working together to deliver safe, effective and compassionate care. As an NHS Foundation Trust, it is accountable to patients, local communities and NHS regulators, and places emphasis on quality improvement, inclusion, safeguarding and staff development. Administrative employees play an important role in keeping services organised, accessible and responsive for patients and clinical teams.

Working in United Kingdom

The United Kingdom offers strong employment opportunities in healthcare, administration, technology, education, engineering and professional services. Its culture is diverse and generally values punctuality, privacy, personal responsibility and polite communication. Lifestyle varies from busy cities to quieter coastal and rural communities, with extensive public transport, cultural activities and national parks. Hampshire and the Isle of Wight offer access to beaches, countryside and larger employment centres such as Southampton, Portsmouth and Winchester. Citizens of the UK and Ireland can work without immigration permission. Other nationals normally need a suitable visa, such as a Skilled Worker visa, although many entry-level administrative NHS roles may not qualify for sponsorship. Applicants should check the advert, occupation code, salary threshold and NHS recruitment requirements before relocating. Rent, transport and energy costs can be significant, especially in southern England.