Description
Priory Hospital Glasgow is looking to recruit a Mental Health Act Administrator to join the team. This is a full time role of 37.5 hours per week.
Priory Hospital Glasgow is one of the UK's leading inpatient treatment centres, providing specialist support for mental health conditions and addictions. We provide evidence-based treatment for a range of mental health problems, including treatment for depression, as well as alcohol rehab and drug rehab. We can also offer private autism assessments for adults. Our patient-centred treatment programmes are based on the very latest thinking in mental health, and are delivered by expert psychologists, psychiatrists, and other highly qualified mental health professionals. Our multidisciplinary team is committed to delivering the finest mental health care available. We strive to improve the lives of every individual who seeks support with us.
What you'll be doing
You'll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the hospital and to support the wellbeing of our patients. While your role doesn't involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.
* To manage the efficient administration of the Mental Health Act (MHA) within the area of responsibility and prioritise workload to meet constantly changing demands.
* To ensure compliance with the MHA 1983, amendments to the act and the revised MHA Code of Practice.
* To support and advise staff, service users and relatives on the MHA 1983 and associated procedures.
* Responsible for ensuring the effective creation and maintenance of legal files for service users subject to the Act, safeguarding confidential information and statutory documentation.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
What you'll bring to the role
Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.
Experience working within an administrative team in a healthcare or legal environment is advantageous, alongside strong administrative skills and a working knowledge of mental health services and mental health legislation. The ideal candidate will have a good standard of general education, including GCSEs or equivalent in Maths and English, and will be competent in using Microsoft Office applications. They should be able to support and advise staff on the administrative requirements of the Mental Health Act (MHA), as well as understand, interpret, and apply relevant legislation and current case law related to the Act. The role also requires the ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment, making a real and lasting difference for everyone we support.
For more information about the role, you can email
What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
* Free on-site parking
* Supplemented meals
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Birthday Holiday - your birthday as an extra days annual leave
* Enhanced maternity pay
* Contributory pension scheme
* Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
* Access to development opportunities
* Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
* Leadership & management development
* Long service award
* Refer a friend bonuses
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
About Priory
Priory is the leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care in the UK. We support 26,000 people a year to move towards a healthier future so they can live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions, including depression, anxiety, and eating disorders, as well as children's mental health, across our nationwide network of sites. We also support autistic adults and adults with a learning disability, Prader-Willi Syndrome and brain injuries, as well as older people, within specialist residential care and supported living facilities.
With over 13,000 colleagues working at Priory, we have a long and prestigious history, and an unrivalled reputation for making a real and lasting difference to the lives of every individual in our care.
Priory is part of MEDIAN Group, a leading pan-European provider of mental health, specialist care and rehabilitation services, focussed on restoring quality of life through effective, evidenced and data-driven care.
Priory is committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer, read more here.
All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. We are an equal opportunities employer. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.
We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. Should we require assistance, we will reach out directly to our 'PSL'