Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated individual to provide secretarial support within the Perinatal Mental Health Service.
The post holder should also demonstrate a caring and sensitive approach to their work and be able to clearly communicate with colleagues, the general public and representatives from other hospitals and organisations. To work as an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team ensuring that there is appropriate communication with other professionals involved in the care of the child and mother.
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is passionate about promoting good mental health and wellbeing and we understand how important the first 1001 days are in an infant's life.
This job is currently only open to people who already work for the NHS in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly.We are committed to supporting our dedicated staff, so only current employees of the following organisations can apply:
* Cornwall Foundation Trust
* Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
* Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board
If you do not currently work for one of these NHS organisations, your application will not be considered at this time.
Proposed interview date: To be confirmed
Main duties of the job
This post will work as part of an established integrated multi-disciplinary Specialist Perinatal Mental Health Service which promotes a dynamic and innovative way of working, triaging and responding to referrals working closely with other team members to provide a holistic and bespoke approach to every family on our caseload.
The team is made up of a Mental Health Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Peer Support Workers, Health Visitor, Nursery Nurses, CAP's, Social Workers, a Consultant Psychiatrist, Speciality Doctors, Psychologists and Health Visitors with the support of an admin team. The team also work closely with several System partners such as Health Visiting, Maternity Services and Safeguarding.
If you want to work in this dynamic and progressive team, helping those in need of support at a crucial time of their & their child's lives, please follow the link to apply now.
About us
We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.
We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.
Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.
We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.
Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increases the numbers of people who use our services.
Details
Date posted
10 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,937 to £26,598 a year Pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
Job locations
Truro
Infirmary Hill
Truro
TR1 2JA
Job description
Job responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Good Standard of Education including GCSE Maths and English
* RSA III Word-Processing or equivalent
* RSA II Audio-Typing or equivalent
* NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
Desirable
* RSA III Audio-Typing
Experience
Essential
* Computer Literate with experience of spreadsheets and databases
Desirable
* Previous experience working as a secretary within the NHS
* Experience working as a secretary in a clinical environment in mental health
Knowledge and Abilities
Essential
* Knowledge of psychiatric medical terminology
* Minute Taking
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Good Standard of Education including GCSE Maths and English
* RSA III Word-Processing or equivalent
* RSA II Audio-Typing or equivalent
* NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
Desirable
* RSA III Audio-Typing
Experience
Essential
* Computer Literate with experience of spreadsheets and databases
Desirable
* Previous experience working as a secretary within the NHS
* Experience working as a secretary in a clinical environment in mental health
Knowledge and Abilities
Essential
* Knowledge of psychiatric medical terminology
* Minute Taking
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Truro
Infirmary Hill
Truro
TR1 2JA
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Employer details
Employer name
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Truro
Infirmary Hill
Truro
TR1 2JA
Employer's website
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