Senior Hospital Administrator

CygnetMeadowfieldreedpublished 09/16/2026
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Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for an organised Senior Hospital Administrator with a passion for making a difference to others. You’ll be working 40 hours a week at Cygnet Appletree , helping ensure the safe and smooth running of services for the people in our care. Cygnet Appletree, near Durham, is a mental health hospital for women that includes Pippin Ward, a specialist PICU service and Bramley Ward, an intensive support service for women with a personality disorder and complex mental health needs. At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work. With us, you’ll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people.

Your day-to-day... • Ensure HR systems are regularly maintained & updated • Work with the HR teams & provide administrative support • Ensure all HR records & systems are accurate & comply with the Data Protection Act • Maintain employee personnel files & ensure they are fully compliant with CQC guidelines • Proactively develop & impl ement robust systems across Cygnet • Assist in the maintenance of employee data on Cygnet’s HR information system.

  • Support the senior management team. • Oversee a team of staff to ensure the departments run smoothly • Line manage & support staff to develop a highly skilled, quality team • Maintain processes & systems – and work to achieve their continual improvement • Manage operational resources in a cost-effective manner • Cultivate excellent working relationships with all team members & other departments.
  • Cover Onsite payroll and Finance inc petty cash in the absence of the finance administrator. You are... • An effective & experienced HR administrator in a healthcare setting • Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people’s lives • An excellent administrator with a track record in managing a team
  • Experienced in the healthcare sector with a knowledge of mental health • Flexible & organised with a strong understanding of office working procedures • Able to prioritise workloads, solve problems & make decisions • An approachable leader & strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills • Highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software. • Flexible, organised, able to prioritise workloads, solve problems & make decisions • Calm under pressure & can work under your own initiative • A strong written & verbal communicator with an eye for detail & excellent interpersonal skills Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…£30,900.00 per annum ( prorated at £29,429.16)
  • Strong career progression opportunities • Expert supervision & support • Pension scheme • Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving. Please note, successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

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