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Personal Assistant - Regional Services Director


Location
Borehamwood, England
Salary
£33,966 a year
Profession
Administrative and IT
Deadline
07 Aug 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
10 Jul 2026
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Job summary

In this Personal Assistant role, you will provide an efficient and confidential administrative and secretarial support service to the Regional Services Director, working both remotely and across our south and central services. You will be working 37.5 hours a week where you will organise and maintain an accurate diary and establish and maintain efficient office systems and ensure the provision of a full secretarial and administrative service for the Regional Services Director. Reporting to the Regional Services Director, you'll need to show initiative and will be responsible for ensuring urgent matters are addressed, co-ordinate reports, minute taking, type letters, copying and distributing of Policies and Procedures and maintaining effective paper and electronic filing systems. Your Personal Assistant responsibilities will include: Providing a full committee servicing function for all meetings to include scheduling, booking rooms, organising catering, drafting agenda, collating then distributing papers, and minute taking. Ensure

Main duties of the job

In this Personal Assistant role at Elysium Healthcare, you will provide administrative and secretarial support to the Regional Services Director. This role is home-based and requires you to work 37.5 hours a week, organizing and maintaining diaries, establishing office systems, and managing both paper and electronic filing systems. Your responsibilities include scheduling meetings, booking venues, organizing catering, drafting agendas, and taking minutes. You must handle urgent matters efficiently, liaise with external parties, and maintain confidentiality, especially regarding patient and staff information. Essential qualifications include secretarial experience, proficiency in typing/word processing, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. A driving license and shorthand proficiency of 100 WPM are also required. Elysium Healthcare offers a salary of £33,966, annual leave, and a comprehensive benefits package, covering aspects like wellbeing support, career development, and access to a variety of exclusive discounts and offers.

About us

Elysium Healthcare, with over 8,000 employees, specializes in the delivery of care through its network of more than 80 services in England and Wales. Focusing on Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, as well as Children & Education, Elysium Healthcare provides a range of opportunities for professional growth and movement within the organization. It is part of Ramsay Health Care, a global entity operating in 10 countries, employing over 86,000 people worldwide. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment practices, is a Disability Confident employer, and ensures that all staff promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. Staff members are subject to a DBS disclosure, affirming the organization's commitment to the security and safety of its clients. The company offers a robust structure for career development and employee wellbeing.

Details

  • Date posted: 10 July 2026
  • Pay scheme: Other
  • Salary: £33,966 a year
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Working pattern: Full-time
  • Reference number: 1525433919
  • Job locations: Elysium Healthcare, Remote (Home based), WD6 1JN, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

In this Personal Assistant role, you will provide an efficient and confidential administrative and secretarial support service to the Regional Services Director, working both remotely and across our south and central services.

You will be working 37.5 hours a week where you will organise and maintain an accurate diary and establish and maintain efficient office systems and ensure the provision of a full secretarial and administrative service for the Regional Services Director.

Reporting to the Regional Services Director, you'll need to show initiative and will be responsible for ensuring urgent matters are addressed, co-ordinate reports, minute taking, type letters, copying and distributing of Policies and Procedures and maintaining effective paper and electronic filing systems.

Your Personal Assistant responsibilities will include:

  • Providing a full committee servicing function for all meetings – to include scheduling, booking rooms, organising catering, drafting agenda, collating then distributing papers, and minute taking.
  • Ensure post and e-mails are actioned promptly.
  • Liaise with external parties and agencies as required
  • Attend regular meetings at our Borehamwood and Milton Keynes sites.
  • To maintain confidentiality at all times regarding information relating to patients, staff and hospital business.
  • Attend staff meetings and internal /external training events as and when required

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Secretarial qualification/experience essential
  • ECDL, RSA II, Typing/Word Processing or equivalent
  • NVQ III Business Administration
  • 4 GCSE’s at grade C or above (including English and Mathematics) or equivalent
  • Shorthand 100 WPM
  • Driving license
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written with professionals at all levels
  • To be flexible and reliable

What You’ll Get:

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

  • Annual salary of £33,966
  • The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
  • Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
  • Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
  • Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
  • Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
  • Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
  • 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
  • Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
  • Pension contribution, to help secure your future

About your next employer:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Secretarial qualification/experience essential. ECDL, RSA II, Typing/Word Processing or equivalent. NVQ III Business Administration. 4 GCSEs at grade C or above (including English and Mathematics) or equivalent. Shorthand 100 WPM. Driving license. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written with professionals at all levels. To be flexible and reliable.

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