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Job overview
We are looking for an excellent Administrator to join our admin team at Oxford Clinic, Littlemore Mental Health Centre in Oxford.
You will work with senior members of the multidisciplinary team to provide direct administrative support. We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible, empathetic and self-motivated individual to work within our team.
Please note the interview is face to face and will contain a minute taking exercise.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will need to have proven administrative experience with a good eye for detail, excellent communication, administrative and organisational / prioritisation skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, managing Outlook diaries, and minute taking and will be able to liaise with employees at all levels. They will also have the skills to handle all contacts confidently with compassion, patience and professionalism.
The role will suit someone who enjoys being busy, where they would be able to work as a part of a team, as well as using their own initiative. This is an important role which helps run an efficient service but is also an extremely rewarding one.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
We will offer the successful candidate a supportive team, with regular supervision meetings, opportunities for continued professional development and a friendly and sometimes challenging working environment.
We are looking for an individual with
- Experience of working within an administrative role
- Good communication skills
- Good written and verbal skills
- Experience of servicing meetings including minute taking.
- Word processing experience with audio and copy typing
- The ability to work under pressure
- Ability to prioritise own workload
- An understanding of GDPR and the Data Protection Act
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages including Microsoft Teams
Applicant requirements
This post will require a submission for Disclosure to be made to check for any unspent criminal convictions.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an administrative role
- Previous experience within an NHS/healthcare setting
- Word processing experience with both audio and copy typing
- Experience of servicing meetings including minute taking
Desirable
- Previous experience working in a mental health setting
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Good organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure
- Ability to liaise with all professions and clients in a confident, helpful and effective manner
- Ability to prioritise own workload
- Excellent telephone manner
- Able to work under pressure
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
- Understanding of GDPR and the Data Protection Act
Desirable
- Able to travel to different sites
Knowledge Requirement
Essential
- Good written and verbal skills
- Working knowledge of the internet
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Packages including Outlook and Calendar
Desirable
- Some knowledge of Criminal Justice System and Mentally Disordered Offenders
Qualifications – Academic/Skills/Professional
Essential
- Educated to A-levels or equivalent qualification, or significant relevant experience in a relevant field
Desirable
- Formal Secretarial Training (eg RSA) or other business administration qualification
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This advert is for Forensic Administrator - Littlemore, Oxford with Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust in Littlemore Mental Health Centre. It is listed as a Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £28392.00 to £31157.00. The contract type is Fixed term: 12 months (Full time). The application deadline is 03 Sep 2026.
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