Mental Health Act Administrator

Mental Health Act Administrator

Application Deadline: 30 April 2026

Department: Site Support Roles

Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Solihull

Compensation: £17,416 / year


Description
Priory Hospital Solihullis looking to recruit a Mental Health Act Administrator to join the team. This is a part time role of 22.5 hours a week with flexible working hours based on site

Located in Meriden, Warwickshire, Priory Hospital Solihull is a 31-bedded hospital supporting the NHS by offering level 2 rehabilitation services for males.


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.
• Maintain accurate data in relation to the use of the Act in order to provide statistical information for national and local reporting processes.

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.

The successful candidate will bring excellent administrative skills, with experience working within an administrative team in a healthcare or legal environment being advantageous. A working knowledge of mental health services and legislation is important, alongside the ability to understand, interpret, and apply relevant legislation and current case law. They will be educated to a good standard, including GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English, and be competent in the use of Microsoft Office. The role requires someone who can confidently support and advise staff on Mental Health Act administration requirements, while remaining calm under pressure, effectively prioritising tasks, and adapting to constantly changing demands to help make a real and lasting difference for everyone we support.

For more information about the role, you can email SophieGibson@priorygroup.com


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
• 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.