Location:
Brookhaven & The Hamptons - Bamber Bridge, Preston
Salary:
£28,000 - £30,000 (pro-rata) depending on experience
Hours:
Full-time or Part-Time, 22.5 to 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday
Active Pathways are looking for an outstanding
MHA & CPA Administrator
to join our team and ensure compliance with legislation by managing legal documentation, coordinating statutory processes, and supporting patients' rights.
You'll act as a key liaison between clinical teams, legal representatives, patients, and external bodies such as the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Based at Brookhaven and The Hamptons, you will be responsible for the effective administration of the
Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), and Care Programme Approach (CPA).
This role is based in a mental health rehabilitation setting, where residents may present with complex needs and challenging behaviours. We're looking for someone who is emotionally resilient, non-judgemental, and able to build strong working relationships with both clinical teams and external professionals.
The Best Bits
* Extra paid day off every year for your birthday
* Annual leave starts at the statutory minimum, with extra days rewarded at 2 and 5 years' service
* Refer a Friend scheme - earn up to £500 per referral
* Health Cash Plan - covers dental, optical, virtual GP, counselling, and includes discounted gym membership
As an MHA & CPA Administrator, you will:
* Support the administration of the MHA, MCA, DoLS and CPA.
* Manage and maintain records, systems and statutory documentation
* Liaise with clinical teams, patients, families, legal representatives and regulators
* Help coordinate CPA meetings and tribunal hearings
* Ensure deadlines are met and documentation is accurate
* Receive training to scrutinise and validate MHA documentation
* Provide administrative support to ensure compliance and patient rights are protected
What We're Looking For:
* Proven experience in a similar MHA or CPA Administrator role, with strong knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and related legislation (required)
* Minimum of 1 year administration experience, with GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)
* Strong IT and written communication skills, including Microsoft Office and digital databases
* Organised and detail-focused, able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
* Confident communicator, comfortable liaising with professionals at all levels and taking accurate minutes of meetings
* Understanding of confidentiality, data protection, and sensitivity when supporting service users and professionals
* Flexible, proactive, and a supportive team player with empathy, compassion, and resilience
* Experience in healthcare, mental health, social care, or legal administration is highly desirable
Our Core Benefits
* Supportive and friendly team environment with ongoing training and development
* Workplace pension scheme
* Funded Professional Membership - where relevant to your role
* Career Development - structured support through our Your Pathway, Your Future development programme
* Free Blue Light Card membership
* Free enhanced DBS checks, on-site parking, and lunch (for site-based roles)
Why Join Active Pathways?
With over 20 years of experience operating in Lancashire and Yorkshire, Active Pathways is committed to delivering recovery-focused mental health and rehabilitation services for adults aged 18+. Guided by our values of
Passion, Safety, and Quality
, we offer excellent career development opportunities and a people-first culture.
About Brookhaven & The Hamptons
Brookhaven is a 23-bed mixed-gender open rehabilitation service for adults aged 18+, offering recovery-focused care and support for enduring mental health needs. Next door,
The Hamptons
is a 14-bed purpose-built inpatient rehabilitation hospital supporting men with complex mental health needs in a secure, structured environment.
If this sounds like the rewarding Administrator role you've been searching for,
APPLY TODAY
and join our friendly, supportive team
Active Pathways Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We respect and empower each individual and support diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. We welcome applications from diverse candidates and provide support during our recruitment processes to enable all applicants to perform at their best.
* While this day may not always fall on your exact birthday due to service needs or non-working days, you can take it anytime within three months of your birthday.